Category Financial Planning & Analytics Manager (Durban based)

Beiersdorf; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in skin care is seeking a Category FP&A Manager to drive financial performance across multiple brand clusters. This role involves analyzing market trends, supporting strategic decisions, and collaborating with various functions to ensure alignment with financial goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, particularly within a global FMCG environment. Join a company committed to fostering an inclusive culture and making a positive impact on people's lives through innovative skin care solutions.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience in planning and forecasting roles in FMCG is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive Market Share, Net Sales, and Margin II growth through financial planning.
• Analyze brand-category performance and support strategic initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Financial software

SAP

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

CA(SA)/CGMA/ACCA

Job description

Your Tasks

Job Purpose

This role supports the 7 Categories within 3 Brand Clusters of Beiersdorf Southern Africa. The Category FP&A Manager drives Market Share, Net Sales, and Margin II growth in PC, SC, Derma & Health by steering short- to medium-term tactical decisions (0–18 months) and supporting strategic development.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Performance Steering:

• Analyze and present brand-category performance; challenge decisions to ensure delivery of results.
• Support innovation business cases by challenging pricing, volumes, and assumptions.
• Provide insight during monthly S&OP cycles and support updates to the Executive Team.
• Ensure DC commitments are accurate and align with FD direction.
• Lead the delivery of financial forecasting, including communication, timelines, and data.
• Manage plans (monthly, quarterly, annual, 18-month) through cross-functional collaboration and risk/opportunity analysis.
• Ensure sound assumptions, accurate estimates, and correct financial classifications.

Financial Analysis & Modelling

• Interpret financial data, identify trends/variances, and generate decision-support insights.
• Build and maintain complex models for forecasting, scenario planning, and balance sheet forecasting.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives and assess risks through scenario modeling.

Collaboration

• Maintain awareness of each Category’s financial position and facilitate cross-functional communication.
• Partner with various functions to align financial planning with strategic goals.

Pricing, Promotions & TTC Budget

• Support portfolio pricing strategy with data-driven insights.
• Lead price increase planning to achieve profit targets efficiently.
• Aid S&CM in budgeting promotional and Co-op investments (TTC) for optimal ROI.

Assortment

• Drive assortment reviews to maximize sales through a streamlined product portfolio.
• Use internal/external data (e.g., Nielsen) to assess product performance and strategic value.
• Define thresholds for category assortment and coordinate review sessions.
• Follow through on actions to maintain efficient assortment management.

Reporting & Communication

• Deliver insights on business performance and communicate financial implications at all levels.
• Structure analysis to address business questions and simplify complex issues.
• Prepare management presentations for budgets, variances, and forecasts.

Process Improvement

• Identify and execute process enhancements for FP&A accuracy and efficiency.
• Align improvements with global standards; lead projects to enhance data analytics and decision-making.

Risk Management

• Assess financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management framework.

Your Profile

• Reporting to Finance Director – Southern Africa
• Qualifications: CA(SA)/CGMA/ACCA with over 10 years post-qualification experience
• Experience in a global FMCG environment is advantageous
• Prior experience in planning and forecasting roles
• Proficiency in building and maintaining complex financial models

• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word), financial software, and SAP

• Abilities: Composure under pressure, strong data analysis, understanding of business operations, attention to detail, problem-solving, communication skills, stakeholder management, leadership, accountability, and problem-solving.

At Beiersdorf, we aim to help people feel good about their skin and are committed to responsibility beyond skin care, fostering an inclusive culture aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY, and TRUST. We value diversity and equal opportunities.

Additional Information

Your responsible recruiter is Akash Sharma. Please apply online via the Beiersdorf Intranet until 10th May, 2025.