MARKETING ASSISTANT

Provide high level administrative support to the Brand Marketing Department through the preparation of competition reports, purchasing and contract materials, the provision of clerical support and in liaising with internal and external partners to ensure the success of the department’s projects.

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

BAT GUYANA IS LOOKING FOR A MARKETING ASSISTANT

SENIORITY LEVEL: Entry Level

FUNCTION: Marketing

LOCATION: Demerara Mahaica, Guyana

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of Marketing - Insights & Foresights.

The person will be responsible for providing high level administrative support to the Brand Marketing Department through the preparation of competition reports, purchasing and contract materials, the provision of clerical support and in liaising with internal and external partners to ensure the success of the department’s projects. 

Reports to:  Marketing Deployment Executive

Reporting Level:  Junior Level

Geographic Scope: Guyana and Suriname

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Create requisitions using the procure to pay process in SAP.
• Process invoices and purchase orders through SAP in accordance with the standards outlined in the company’s procurement process.
• Liaise with the Finance department from time to time to ensure that payments are made on time to suppliers.
• Prepare contracts for events and send to Marketing Deployment Executive(MDE) for approval before printing & Marketing Deployment Manager (MDM) for final sign off upon approval
• Work with the Marketing Deployment Executive (MDE) to ensure that all contracts are signed and recorded with the department before events.
• Provide support to the Marketing Deployment Executive (MDE) in liaising with suppliers to ensure that quotations, product/ service requisitions and invoices are delivered and addressed in a timely manner.
• Package marketing material for use by Trade Marketing Executives (TMEs) during corporate events.
• Provide administrative support departmental projects by communicating with internal and external partners.

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Do you have a desire to build your career with a truly global organization in a geographically and culturally diverse team?
• Are you a self-motivated individual with a strong focus on results? 

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s Degree or about to graduate in Marketing/ Finance/ Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 1 to 3 years’ experience in Administration/ Marketing
• Good Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Publisher
• Attention to detail
• Excellent business writing skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good presentation skills

WE ARE BAT

At BAT, we are committed to our Purpose of crafting A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building special capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most balanced companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity, and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!