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ASSISTANT COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER (RESOURCE ALLOCATION: BRAND)
 
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BAT SOUTH AFRICA IS LOOKING FOR AN ASSISTANT COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER  
SENIORITY LEVEL: Junior Management
FUNCTION: Finance
REPORTS TO: Senior Commercial Finance Manager, Marketing Finance (SA BLNE)
GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE: SA BLNE
SALARY RANGE: competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus
LOCATION: Cape Town, South Africa
 
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?  
To protect and develop the profitability of the company, costs control is important whilst maintain investment behind the strategic brands. The role of the Assistant Commercial Finance Manager will be to provide practical financial evaluation, information and advice that enables Marketing Management to develop and execute effective plans and take informed decisions. Further, the role will assist in building strong financial and commercial awareness within the Marketing Team.
 
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
  • To assist the Snr Marketing Finance Manager with the development and implementation of systems and processes for the management and control of Brand expenditure.
  • To co- ordinate the preparation of the marketing budget/plan and to provide accurate and timely information to assist the Brand Team with the monitoring of on-going performance.
  • Preparing high quality and accurate buiness case financial analysis for appraising marketing plans/projects in line with required internal governance framework, including support on Post-Implementation Reviews.
  • Ensure that all budget holders receive and review their actual expenditure (budget vs actuals analysis and commentary as well) and that the revised estimates are received monthly.
  • Ensure accurate financial management and control of marketing capital expenditure across the various functions including Owned Retail Network
  • Responsible for Month-end and Financial Year End requirements relating to Brand expenditure and other processes.
  • To ensure that the authorisation and approval limits are well communicated and understood by budget managers to ensure proper internal controls.
  • Increase the level of financial awareness within the brand marketing function and to raise in particular the financial implications of decisions.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of financial procedures in order to ensure that a high level of internal control exists. Provide financial information and advice so that effective decisions can be made.
  • Provide financial input to help Brand Management optimise costs (Marketing Spend Effectiveness)
 
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • A minimum of 4 years relevant financial management experience (including internship / training programs)  
  • Ideally at least 2 years of practical commercial finance experience with cross functional exposure
  • An undergraduate degree with Finance and Accounting as key subject matters would be required (i.e. M+3)
  • Recently qualified or In-Progress CIMA / CA qualification advantageous.
  • Good understanding of monthly financial reporting requirements and processes
  • Experience working with Shared Services ideal
  • Understanding / exposure to SAP and BPC, with understanding of FI / MM / PA modules
  • A commercial approach to activities with a thorough understanding of investment appraisal techniques (NPV, Pay-Back period)
  • Robust understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
  • High proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships across all levels within the company and externally
  • Ability to work effectively with teams across different geographies
  • Self-starter, ability to prioritise effectively and self-manage
 
BENEFICIAL
  • Project management skills
  • Experience in Power Apps / automation
 
WE ARE BAT
At BAT 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 BAT.
  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
 
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
BATSA is an equal opportunity employer who believes in the power of a truly diverse workforce.  Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups as we aim towards achievement of our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy and Employment Equity plan.
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PLANNING AND FORECASTING MANAGER
 
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BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.
To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!
 
BAT SOUTH AFRICA IS LOOKING FOR A PLANNING AND FORECASTING MANAGER TO JOIN OUR TEAM
SENIORITY LEVEL: Mid-Senior Management
FUNCTION: Finance
SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus
LOCATION: Cape Town
REPORTS TO: Head of Planning & Forecasting Sub Saharan Africa
GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE: Area Role
 
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this role is to deliver an effective and efficient Cluster Planning Processes (SOP, Demand Reviews, NPI, Annual Planning) and ensure alignment across these processes:
The Planning Manager supports the Head of Planning & Forecasting in executing the Cluster and Area S&OP Cycle, monitoring and reporting on business performance.
Responsible for continuously driving business process improvements related to digital transformation of reporting in line with global best practices.
The role leverages internal networks to drive cross-functional alignment, collaboration, clarity of responsibilities and access to information across the business. 
 
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
  • Manage the annual planning & performance processes, including the requirements for Budget Review.
  • Manage the monthly Demand Review and S&OP process – delivery of all the requirements to enable effective decision making in Area SOP process.
  • Actively take part in providing recommendations and solutions for the ongoing development of the Global Cycle Planning tool.
  • Support the Areas on all Planning process related matters Develop Cluster CDRM and planning calendars and ensure Area and Corporate planning calendars are aligned.
 
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • BSc Degree in Numerate Discipline.
  • 8+ experience in a leading FMCG company in a Brand, Insights or Trade Marketing role.
  • Working understanding of Brand and Trade Strategy development.
  • Working knowledge of Segmentation and Advanced Consumer cognitive research techniques.
  • In-depth understanding of the inter-relationship between different data sources and the application thereof in the development of business insights.
  • In-depth understanding of consumer and trade research data sources and sample structures, i.e. strengths and limitations.
  • Good report writing skills; logical, structured, and concise.
  • Broad overall business awareness and an understanding of the inter-relationship between business functions
  • Effective communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and being a ‘team player’ are essential.
  • Oracle methodologies / MR&I common platforms and best practices.
  • Project Management capability where applicable.
 
WE ARE BAT
At BAT 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 BAT.
  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
 
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
 
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
 
BATSA is an equal opportunity employer who believes in the power of a truly diverse workforce.  Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups as we aim towards achievement of our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy and Employment Equity plan.
 
For information regarding the way your information is processed by the South African legal entity to which you are applying, please see this Privacy Notice.”
 
Be vigilant - BAT will never ask a job candidate for money for any reason, including paying for visa, work permits or pre-employment checks. If someone invites you to apply for a BAT role and asks for payment for these types of activities, it is not a legitimate BAT job.
 
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