- Direct influence on business growth strategy
- Exposure to a highvelocity FMCG business
About Our Client
This retail organisation is a well-established company with a strong presence in its sector. It operates on a significant scale, offering a wide range of products and services to its customers.
Job Description
Strategic Business Partnering
- Partner with the CEO, CFO, and commercial leadership to align financial strategy with business growth objectives.
- Provide actionable insights on pricing, portfolio optimization, and market expansion.
- Influence decisionmaking with credibility, balancing financial rigor with commercial agility.
Competitor & Market Analysis
- Lead competitor benchmarking across categories, channels, and geographies.
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor strategies to identify opportunities and risks.
- Present clear recommendations to leadership on competitive positioning and growth strategies.
Investment & Brand Analysis
- Conduct investment appraisals for new brand launches, acquisitions, and market entries.
- Build robust business cases, including ROI, NPV, and sensitivity analysis.
- Partner with marketing and commercial teams to evaluate brand performance and profitability.
Financial Planning & Performance Management
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and longrange planning for multimillion P&Ls.
- Drive efficiency in working capital, cashflow forecasting, and CapEx allocation.
- Ensure financial targets are met while supporting aggressive growth plans.
The Successful Applicant
- Chartered Accountant / CPA / CFA or equivalent professional qualification.
- 15+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within FMCG or consumerdriven industries.
- Proven track record in competitor analysis, investment appraisal, and strategic finance partnering.
- Strong commercial acumen with ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights.
- Experience in fastgrowth, multimarket environments; exposure to brand launches or acquisitions is an advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, BI tools (Power BI, Tableau), and financial modeling.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with credibility at Csuite level.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to embed digital tools and analytics (BI dashboards, ERP, automation) to enhance decisionmaking.
- Role positioned at the intersection of finance and strategy, enabling innovation in financial modeling and investment appraisal.
Contact: Eugenia NG (Lic No: R1108105 / EA no:18S9099)
Quote job ref: JN-122025-6898802
