Intern / apprentices / student worker, non-mgmt.
British American Tobacco is one of the world’s most international businesses, with brands sold in over 175 markets. We are looking for a driven, ambitious graduate to join our Trade Marketing & Distribution team in Kenya. This internship offers real, hands-on exposure to commercial operations in a fast-moving consumer goods environment — working alongside experienced trade teams to shape how our brands reach the market.
What will you do:
- Support the implementation of the Trade Marketing & Distribution plan to achieve volume, value share, and numeric and weighted distribution targets for our Drive Brands.
- Assist in achieving trade coverage, visit frequency, and outlet visit plans to maximise route effectiveness and efficiency across assigned territories.
- Help build and sustain close working relationships with distributors, trade partners, and retailers to earn high levels of trade support, loyalty, and market insight.
- Support delivery of territory volume and distribution objectives by trade channel and outlet type, ensuring brand availability is maximised in line with market strategy.
- Contribute to optimal stock management — monitoring levels, product quality and freshness, and reporting on supply chain issues to minimise Out of Stock occurrences.
Requirements:
- A degree in Commerce or a related field, awarded within the last 1 year. You are a recent graduate ready to launch your career.
Valid Driving Licence
- Willing to be mobile, need to be willing to complete the internship in any part of Kenya where the requirement lies
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