Our client is a leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company,
committed to serving consumers all over the world . With global and local
specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and
preferences of consumers all over the world.
The job holder will give support to the Head of Sales as a trusted Co-Pilot within the Sales leadership team by engaging in a business-partnering role with sales management and the business functions to influence positive business decisions. In addition, the incumbent will support strategy execution around sales objectives and ensure achievement of related financial commitments.
ResponsibilitiesThe job holder will give support to the Head of Sales as a trusted Co-Pilot within the Sales leadership team by engaging in a business-partnering role with sales management and the business functions to influence positive business decisions. In addition, the incumbent will support strategy execution around sales objectives and ensure achievement of related financial commitments.
Drive transparency and performance improvements through sales financial & non financial KPIs/metrics;
Drive an Integrated Planning Process by defining the Financials Operating Plan /Dynamic Forecast working assumptions based on market objectives and aligned with CoE schedule and process directives;
Drive the Total Trade Spend (TTS) accounting / management;
Ensure that current trade terms are aligned with Trade Support cost (Trade Spend) and generate positive financial results;
Support an efficient resource allocation process through an investment plan and working capital;
Proactively manage costs including structural costs;
Support management of business performance by establishing sales related costs based on agreed targets and challenging current levels of performance;
Ensure that execution of pricing policy and margins are in line with agreed strategies;
Champion the Group and Business view versus local and market view;
Support new business initiatives by contributing to the strategic modeling for new products/innovation & renovation projects (market research, cost and price estimation, investment plans) including sensitivity analysis;
Ensure adherence to Corporate Governance;
Define and maintain the relevant control environment by ensuring all internal controls are in place;
Drive delivery of Finance and Control guidelines and ensure "True & Fair View" of financial statements and proactively manage costs.
Requirements
University degree in Business Administration, Economics or Finance & Cost Management from a recognized university;
ACCA or CPA or an equivalent is a must;
6 Years experience in Finance & Accounting of which 3 years should be in management in an FMCG environment;
Good system knowledge of SAP, OROS and MS EXCEL;
Good leadership skills with ability to coach and manage a team;
Excellent people skills, with ability to impact and convince others at all levels within the organization.
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Thursday 23rd February 2012.
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
