Strategic Competitive Intelligence Lead – SA & Africa

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

Midrand

On-site

ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Job summary

Coca‑Cola Beverages Africa seeks a Country Lead: Competitor Engagement to shape and lead the competitive intelligence agenda across South Africa. You will identify market opportunities, translate insights into actionable strategies, and influence decisions with Sales, Marketing and Strategy teams to sustain growth in a dynamic FMCG environment.

You will monitor competitor activity, benchmark best practices, and drive response strategies to protect market position while partnering with key

Qualifications

Strong analytical capabilities and experience with competitive intelligence tools.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
In-depth knowledge of the South African beverage market and competitive landscape.
Leadership and team development skills to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of a competitive intelligence strategy.
Analyze competitors' strategies, pricing, product offerings, and market share.
Build relationships with industry leaders to gain market insights.
Benchmark best practices and integrate findings into growth initiatives.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Strategy to align on insights and actions.
Develop and execute response strategies to competitive threats or market disruptions.
Communicate insights to senior leadership to inform strategy.