BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
British American Tobacco South Africa has an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Finance Manager in Heidelberg
Theprovision of high-quality financial advice, management information and controls support to the Supply Chain Function with the objective of facilitating robust decision making that enables the delivery of the Supply Chain strategy and business objectives.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Secondary Supply Chain (SSC) and Risk & Security (R&S) Business Partnering – provide insights on financial performance, forecast vs actual variance analyses, budgeting and inventory movements/ adjustments tracking
- Financial management and review cost of goods sold relating to New Category products
- Preparation of financial reports on performance/ dashboards with commentaries on drivers.
- Custodian for business controls within the supply chain function – track SOX controls compliance/ cascade any changes for implementation and business risk reviews
- Providing commercial insights relating to future performance of the supply chain team by ensuring all budgets are tracked and performance measured.
- Manages projects and provides business support within the Supply Chain.
- Supports the Senior Commercial Finance Manager Operations (Supply Chain) in providing input to the SSA Operations strategy development.
What are we looking for?
- Accounting / Financial qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA)
- 4 years working experience in controlling / compliance / supply chain / manufacturing finance (preferably in an FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment)
- Strong influencing, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Exposure to SAP/ERP systems
- Leadership skills required as well as project management experience.
- Able to use financial information to support business diagnosis, strategy and decision making.
- Proactive tracking of financial performance with timely detection of risks and sensitivities to enable mitigating action.
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.