Planning Executive

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco Serbia has an exciting opportunity for a Planning Executive in Belgrade

We are looking for a candidate to fill the position of Planning Executive in our office in Belgrade! We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional who is passionate about demand planning, forecasting, and turning data into actionable business insights. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, enjoys collaborating with cross-functional and regional teams, and has the ability to balance operational excellence with strategic thinking to drive business performance, forecast accuracy, and informed decision-making.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the monthly demand forecasting cycle for assigned categories and markets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and planning timelines
• Develop and maintain short- and long-term demand forecasts by incorporating market trends, competitive dynamics, and business scenarios
• Analyse sales, marketing, and performance data, translating consumer, shopper, and trade insights into recommendations that support planning, pricing, and commercial strategies
• Partner closely with Finance, Trade Marketing, Brand, Activation, Supply Chain, and regional teams to ensure forecast accuracy and business continuity
• Manage forecasting and planning systems, maintaining data integrity, timely updates, and effective implementation of planning decisions
• Monitor production, inventory, and delivery flows to identify and mitigate risks related to stock shortages, excess inventory, and write-offs
• Coordinate planning-related data requests and provide accurate, timely support to local and regional stakeholders
• Manage external market data providers and support scenario planning, KPI reporting, budget management, compliance, and business continuity requirements
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What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field
• 3–4 years of experience in Demand Planning, Market Research, Sales Planning, Trade Marketing, Business Intelligence, or similar analytical roles, preferably within FMCG
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools
• Strong forecasting and analytical capabilities, with the ability to translate sales, consumer, and market data into business recommendations
• Experience with planning and forecasting systems such as Kinaxis, BPC, APO, or similar platforms
• Solid understanding of demand planning processes, forecasting methodologies, and commercial planning principles
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation, project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, combined with a collaborative, proactive, and adaptable mindset

What we offer you

• We offer a market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We're one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities, not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting their own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award-winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to supporting you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.