Fashion jobs in South Africa

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!

Role Positioning and Objectives

At British American Tobacco Malaysia, we believe in empowering our people to grow and succeed. As an Area Sales Executive, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and performance. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development. Join us and make a real impact in a company that’s shaping the future of the industry.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive individual and team sales performance to achieve business targets.
• Utilize available resources effectively to support volume, market share, and profitability goals.
• Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with key customers.
• Apply customer and market insights to develop and implement impactful sales initiatives.
• Execute in-store activities and outlet visits that deliver a competitive edge.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field.
• Fresh graduates or professionals with experience in Sales or Marketing are welcome.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong command of English; knowledge of Malay and/or Chinese is an advantage.
• Good commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and relationship oriented.

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 an 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 support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.