Business Development & Planning Analyst – Fmcg (Contract Role)

O'Brien Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global FMCG company in Cape Town is seeking a Business Development & Planning Analyst for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on commercial strategy, financial planning, and operational excellence, suitable for candidates with strong analytical skills and a solid background in finance. Ideal applicants will possess a degree in a relevant field along with practical experience in budgeting and reporting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in Finance, Business Development, or Strategic Analysis.
• Prior exposure to Budget & Reporting functions is preferred.
• Ability to extract insights from data is essential.

Responsibilities

• Translate commercial strategy into actionable financial and operational plans.
• Compile quarterly competitor analyses tracking market trends.
• Support annual Long-Range Planning updates.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Commercial Strategy

Data Storytelling

Business Planning

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Management Accounting, or related

Progress toward CIMA, CA(SA), ACCA, or relevant Honours/Postgrad

Tools

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

NielsenIQ

Job description

Cape Town | Leading FMCG Environment | Strategic, Analytical, Impactful

Are you a strategic thinker with a flair for data-driven decision-making and a passion for shaping the future of consumer products?

I'm currently recruiting for a high-impact Business Development & Planning Analyst role on a 6-month contract within a global FMCG client based in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a business that's transforming its product line and the entire industry.

You'll be joining a dynamic, forward-thinking team at the forefront of commercial innovation. Please kindly forward your CV to (Email Address Removed).

Your Day-to-Day Will Include:

1. Commercial Strategy & Business Analysis
   • Translate commercial strategy into actionable financial and operational plans.
   • Conduct scenario analysis to assess volume growth, market share outlook, and pricing.
   • Own the pricing approval process and ensure system accuracy.
   • Maintain the SFP Sensitivity Model to support sales forecasting.
   • Track and analyze SFP-related commercial initiatives and trade programs.
   • Group & Regional Reporting
     • Ensure timely monthly submissions for group and regional reporting.
     • Compile quarterly competitor analyses tracking market trends, product launches, and pricing strategies.
   • Financial Planning & Investment
     • Provide financial insights to enable sound, consumer-focused decisions.
     • Support long-term investment evaluations with detailed financial modelling.
     • Assist with business cases for new product launches and strategic initiatives.
     • Conduct ad hoc analysis to improve ROI.
   • Planning Cycle & Budgeting
     • Support annual Long-Range Planning (LRP) updates and translate into financial projections.
     • Coordinate yearly budgeting activities with commercial stakeholders and prepare senior management presentations.

What We're Looking For:

• Skills & Experience: Solid understanding of consumer value and commercial strategy; proven track record in financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and data storytelling; strategic business planning and investment analysis experience; project management exposure is a plus.
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Management Accounting, or related; progress toward CIMA, CA(SA), ACCA, or relevant Honours/Postgrad preferred; 3–5 years' experience in Finance, Business Development, or Strategic Analysis (preferably within FMCG); prior exposure to Budget & Reporting functions.
• Technical & Soft Skills: Advanced Excel (non-negotiable); strong PowerPoint skills; PowerBI and NielsenIQ exposure advantageous; ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively; self-driven with a knack for extracting insights from data.

Desired Skills:

• Business Analysis
• Business Strategy
• Financial Data
• Financial Planning
• Reporting