Leaf Officer

About the Role

British American Tobacco Bangladesh is seeking a Leaf Officer to support leaf growing and buying activities while contributing to volume, quality, sustainability, and responsible agricultural practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute leaf growing and buying activities to deliver volume, quality, and sustainability objectives.
• Build strong partnerships with farmers through training, technical support, and extension services.
• Lead and develop Field Technicians to ensure effective field execution and adoption of best practices.
• Drive implementation of agronomy, crop management, soil fertility, curing, and grading initiatives.
• Manage agricultural input distribution and farmer support programs.
• Execute leaf buying operations while ensuring quality, pricing, grading, and compliance standards.
• Support ESG initiatives, including afforestation and responsible agricultural practices.
• Promote a strong Environment, Health & Safety culture across field operations.
• Build effective relationships with farmers, government agencies, and local communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Botany, Forestry, Soil Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of crop management, agronomy, and sustainable farming practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop field-based teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proactive, results-driven mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to live and work in rural locations as required.

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience in agricultural operations, farmer engagement, and sustainability initiatives.
• Opportunities to work closely with farming communities and key external stakeholders.
• Exposure to large-scale field operations and supply chain activities.
• Dynamic environment focused on innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Strong learning and career development opportunities within a global organization.

Why Join BAT?

British American Tobacco is one of the companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute, certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion, and partnership underpin everything at BAT. The company is committed 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.

Recruitment Support

Candidates requiring reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to notify BAT so appropriate arrangements can be made to support their full potential.