What You Can Expect
The successful candidate will be responsible for effective strategic leadership of the business controlling processes and operational supply chain management function in East Africa. Core responsibilities will include the following-
Operational management of the local SC&C unit, through the establishment of a modern, positive management culture – fostering the principles of joint ownership & responsibility for forecasting & sales budget success
Ensuring the efficient management of direct reports, the local Supply Chain & Controlling organiza-tion, through realistic target setting, clear communication & regular feedback within the defined performance management & development framework
Implementation of the Africa Strategy and enforcement of internal “rules of engagement”
Driving the business performance management agenda, in collaboration with the National Sales Managers & leadership team counterparts
Planning, forecasting, controlling & reporting of APE/A East Africa related inventory & costs
Service & Customer related contract management
Leading the regional Sales and Operational Planning (S&OP) process in collaboration with Sales, Marketing and Regional Management
General process & specific business planning optimization in both short, to long term
Monitoring actual sales performance versus forecasted volume targets
Pro-active steering of the annual local budgeting process and continuous support of the central AP controlling function (Germany)
Assist in pricing and margin strategy development. Challenging partners to exploit pricing & volume opportunities in a volatile, yet exciting market
What We Expect
A recognized qualification in Finance, Supply Chain or Business Administration Management
Minimum of 5 years of finance &/or controlling experience
Minimum of 3 years of Management experience
Minimum of 2 years of specific Process Optimization &/or Supply Chain Management experience
In-depth SAP experience
Customer Focused with Strategic approach
Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural, highly diverse environment
International &/or IFRS specific experience will be beneficial
We offer
Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment & on-the-job training as part of a com-mitted team. Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company
