2027 Operations Global Graduate Management Trainee

Location: Winston-Salem, NC, US

Reynolds American 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!

REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for Operations Global Graduates in Winston-Salem, NC / Clarksville, TN

Our Global Graduate Program (GGP) is an accelerated, entry-level opportunity for early in career individuals with at least 1 to 3 years of professional experience who are ready to fast-track their careers with a blobal organization. The program is designed to prepare participants for a Lead Manager role, with potential international career opportunities across BAT.

Our Operations function is comprised of Manufacturing which support three business: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., American Snuff Company and Sante Fe Natural Tobacco, Leaf, Engineering, Supply Chain (Logistics, Planning, Wholesale Services, and New Production Introduction), Quality and Procurement.

As a Global Graduate in Operations, are assigned to a specific function in our operations team while gaining exposure through their experience across our Operations. You will develop functional, leadership and business capabilities through hands-on assignments and rotations. You will gain exposure across Manufacturing, Leaf, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Procurement while collaborating with leaders to deliver meaningful business results.

You’ll develop remarkable skills in Operations management, understand best practices, and learn how to partner with function leaders throughout the organization to achieve results.

Your key responsibilities will include

Owning projects that drive business and financial results across areas such as Supply Chain, Procurement, Safety, Quality, process optimization and waste reduction.

Delivering high-quality results through collaboration, accountability and self-leadership.

Analyzing operational challenges and recommending solutions.

Supporting change management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leading a team, depending on the assignment.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree or higher required in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Industrial Management, Business, STEM or a related field.

3 to 5 years of experience in Operations or a related area.

Strong academic performance and relevant internship, practicum or leadership experience.

Demonstrated leadership potential, business acumen and strategic thinking.

Intellectual curiosity, adaptability and a results-driven mindset.

Strong problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to develop and deliver presentations using data and insights.

Exposure to IWS, Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Willingness to relocate globally.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

BELONGING, ACHEIVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

o    Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent o    Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counselling service
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Company vehicle for eligible employees
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
• Paid Leave:

o    Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days) o    Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

o    Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion) o    Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

o    Funeral Leave

o    Short-Term Disability Leave

o    Long-Term Disability Lea