Finance Business Partner

Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Finance Controller

Head of Sales and Marketing Nutraceuticals

Country Head

Product Pricing Analyst

Sales Manager - DRC

Sales Executive - Kenya

Sales Executive - Tanzania

Sales Account Executive - Uganda

Responsibilities: <ul><li>The Finance Business Partner, Operations will be providing timely, relevant and accurate information and insightful analysis to facilitate decision-making of senior management.</li><li>Developing the capability to drive swift data extraction and visualization bringing visibility and transparency of key business metrics.</li><li>Focused on finding meaningful insights to support continued and sustainable profitable growth of the our client business.</li><li>Drive improvement in the conversion cost and site fixed overhead vs budget and historical periods.</li><li>Also, bringing actionable insights, identity focus areas and run simulations for site management to optimize the cost level, in line with forecasted business activity.</li><li>Need monthly tracking and action monitoring, working collaboratively with site teams across different functions, and create visibility with global manufacturing team on the improvement actions.</li><li>Drive digital transformation journey of finance function and be instrumental in increasing utilization of BI tools, especially Power BI.</li><li>To include developing the dashboards and power query models required to achieve efficiency in data extraction and visualization.</li><li>Understand diverse internal and external data source and its architecture.</li><li>Able to integrate various data source for seamless automation of business analysis resulting in optimization of core financial workflows, enhancing efficiencies.</li><li>Able to perform analysis using large complex dataset, enhance the reports to improve performance tracking against targets and trend identification.</li><li>Effective contribution in annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process, such as developing templates for end-to-end budget planning and forecasting process.</li><li>Build and foster strong cross-functional relationships across business constituencies and stakeholders specially group support functions like Supply Chain, Manufacturing Ops and Procurement. Help the company understand how the pieces fit together to drive performance and strengthen the team’s partnership and influencing skills in pursuit of growth.</li><li>Price, Mix and Volume Analysis for Margin Improvements</li><li>Proactive participation in various business improvement/ad hoc projects.</li><li>Manages the overall Financial Reporting and Analysis activities in the production and delivery of all standard reporting (including template and chart updates), ad hoc reporting, presentation materials; and non-pricing / profitability (costing) analysis for the business, in accordance with defined standards.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>At least 8-10 years’ work experience in Finance with at least 6 years’ experience in FP&amp;A</li><li>Experience working in manufacturing environment is a must</li><li>Strong business acumen.</li><li>Strong financial, technical, and quantitative analytical skills</li><li>In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices and regulatory issues and their application to a wide variety of areas</li><li>Ability to take ownership of a task or process, and see it through from inception to completion</li></ul> Preferred Skills <ul><li>Proven track record of developing and implementing value-added financial analysis</li><li>Self-awareness and ability to handle tight deadlines and manage complex business challenges</li><li>Demonstrated experience in analyzing and synthesizing complex financial data into meaningful executive summary statements</li><li>Excellent verbal and written skills, analytical thinker / problem solver, interpersonal skills, attention to details</li><li>Advance Excel skill, MS office and data management, Power BI skill is added advantage</li></ul> Key Relationships with Internal and External Stakeholders <ul><li>Operational Leadership</li><li>Site Finance Controllers</li><li>Group Finance Team</li><li>Site GMs and Operation team</li></ul> Additional Notes <ul><li>Sound financial knowledge with Chartered Accountant background</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Supplier Management &amp; Development: <ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support business requirements.</li><li>Conduct supplier audits and performance assessments to ensure quality and reliability.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve lead times, cost, and supply chain efficiency.&nbsp;</li></ul> Cost Management &amp; Negotiation: <ul><li>Analyze cost structures and negotiate favorable terms for materials and components.</li><li>Support cost-reduction initiatives through competitive bidding, alternative sourcing, and value engineering.</li><li>Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to optimize the sourcing budget.</li></ul> Technical &amp; Cross-Functional Collaboration: <ul><li>Work closely with engineering, R&amp;D, and manufacturing teams to define sourcing requirements.</li><li>Ensure suppliers meet technical specifications and quality standards.</li><li>Support new product development by identifying suitable suppliers for prototypes and production.&nbsp;</li></ul> Supply Chain Optimization &amp; Risk Mitigation: <ul><li>Monitor market trends and risks to ensure a stable and competitive supply chain.</li><li>Develop strategies to mitigate supplier risks related to quality, pricing, and geopolitical factors.</li><li>Optimize sourcing strategies to reduce lead times and ensure on-time delivery.</li></ul> Requirements: Required Qualifications &amp; Skills: Education &amp; Experience: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management (preferably in automotive, electronics, or manufacturing industries).</li></ul> Technical &amp; Soft Skills: <ul><li>Strong negotiation and analytical skills.</li><li>Experience in working with SAP systems and sourcing tools.</li><li>Knowledge of supplier qualification processes, cost analysis, and risk assessment.</li><li>Familiarity with engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.</li><li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Management of finance team to ensure delivery of timely, accurate monthly accounts, preparation of the financial pack and KPIs.</li><li>The key focus will be to drive financial and business improvements in the Filter Products manufacturing site and to act as a business partner to the local GM and management team.</li><li>Support is also required for the local Distribution business.</li><li>Review site month end financials, prepare variance analysis with supporting commentary consolidate for the Hungary region.</li><li>Drive site Gross margin and Non-productive spend initiatives.</li><li>Prepare and review customer and product analysis (pricing, revenue and margin).</li><li>Drive working capital improvements including cash collection and inventory management.</li><li>Ensure that standard costs are maintained and implemented across the product range in the Filter Products manufacturing site.</li><li>Review site control files and trial balances to ensure no financial risk to the business and instil robust financial controls.</li><li>Ensure that all sites comply with the Filtrona Accounting Manual (EAM).</li><li>To support the businesses in the preparation of the annual Plan and quarterly forecasts for the region and associated presentations and packs.</li><li>Review of all capex appraisals pre sign off and follow up on actual spend v plan.</li><li>Attend and present the financials at the monthly operational reviews.</li><li>Legal and banking signatory for the Filter Products business and sign off monthly payroll run.</li><li>Review monthly FX hedging forecasts and submissions to Group Treasury</li><li>Deal with Group, SBU and Regional FD requests</li><li>Lead the preparation for the Hungarian internal and external audits.</li><li>Develop staff and identify training needs within the team. Document standard procedures.</li><li>Keeping the HSE-, fire safety- and hygiene rules, wearing the relevant personal protective equipment.</li><li>During the daily work meeting the expectations of the Integrated Management System regulations.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Educated to degree level (potentially in Finance, Accounting, or Economics); professional accounting qualification.</li><li>10 years PQ experience within a manufacturing environment is essential.</li><li>High level of numeracy and IT literate (Excel/PowerPoint).</li><li>Excellent English written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Audit background</li><li>ERP system knowledge</li><li>Project management knowledge and experience</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Strategic &amp; Commercial Leadership: <ul><li>Develop and execute the commercial strategy to drive growth across product categories (e.g., vitamins, functional foods, probiotics, and herbal supplements).</li><li>Formulate annual business plans, budgets (A&amp;P and Trade Spend), and sales forecasts, and actively manage the P&amp;L to drive top-line revenue, gross margin improvement, and profitability.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and channel expansions (modern trade, e-commerce, pharmacy, and healthcare professionals).</li></ul> Market Access and Sales Management: <ul><li>Lead and oversee national sales operations, including regional sales teams, distributors, and key accounts.</li><li>Establish strong relationships and negotiate favourable long-term trade terms and contracts with key national and regional accounts.</li><li>Drive customer and channel engagement initiatives to strengthen brand presence and relationships.</li><li>Manage pricing strategies, trade terms, and promotional budgets in line with profitability goals.</li><li>Establish clear performance metrics (KPIs) and monitor sales productivity, market coverage, and territory growth across all channels.</li></ul> Marketing &amp; Brand Development: <ul><li>Develop and implement marketing strategies and campaigns to position the company as a credible and trusted nutraceutical brand in Indonesia.</li><li>Oversee product launches, lifecycle management, and portfolio strategy.</li><li>Conduct market analysis, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence to guide decision-making.</li><li>Collaborate with R&amp;D and Regulatory teams to ensure all product claims and marketing materials are fully compliant with local regulations.</li><li>Lead digital marketing, e-commerce, and omnichannel initiatives to strengthen consumer engagement and off-take</li></ul> Cross-functional Collaboration: <ul><li>Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs for seamless go-to-market execution.</li><li>Align with corporate and regional teams on strategic direction and brand consistency.</li><li>Support accurate forecasting, demand planning, and inventory control to ensure market availability.</li></ul> People Leadership: <ul><li>Build, lead and develop high-performing sales and marketing teams.</li><li>Set clear performance goals, monitor performance, and implement training and capability development programs.</li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ethical business practices.</li></ul> Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): <ul><li>Achievement of sales revenue, margin, and market share targets.</li><li>Growth in distribution and channel penetration.</li><li>Success of new product launches and marketing campaigns.</li><li>Customer satisfaction and brand awareness.</li><li>Employee engagement and retention within the commercial team.</li></ul> Core Competencies: <ul><li>Strategic &amp; Commercial Acumen: Expertise in P&amp;L management and developing scalable commercial strategies.</li><li>Brand Building &amp; Positioning: Ability to build brand equity and differentiate products in a competitive health market.</li><li>Channel &amp; Customer Management: Mastery of Indonesian trade structures and key account negotiation.</li><li>Analytical &amp; Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in utilizing market data for investment optimization.</li><li>Leadership &amp; People Development: Proven ability to build, inspire, and develop a high-performing commercial team.</li><li>Innovation &amp; Market Insight: Deep knowledge of nutraceutical trends, consumer behaviour, and product innovation cycles</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Education: - Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Pharmacy, Nutrition, or Life Science</li><li>10–15 years of experience in Sales and Marketing, preferably in Nutraceuticals, FMCG Health, or Consumer Healthcare.</li><li>Proven leadership in managing commercial teams.</li><li>Experienced in driving new launches or significant expansion of a new portfolio or business unit within a structured corporate environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of nutraceutical market trends, regulatory frameworks, and consumer behaviours.</li><li>Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.</li><li>Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesian is required.</li></ul>

Role Description: <ul><li>The Country Head is the most senior commercial executive and face of our petroleum business in Country.</li><li>This role serves as the primary growth driver and central leadership authority for business operations within the market.</li><li>This role is laser-focused on aggressively expanding market share, revenue, and profitability while providing inspirational leadership and strategic direction to all country-based teams.</li><li>The Country Head has direct line management responsibility for the sales organization and exercises influential leadership over all other functions to ensure cohesive execution of growth strategies and achievement of growth ambitions as articulated in Destination 2030 Strategy.</li></ul> Responsibilities: Growth Leadership and Market Expansion <ul><li>Develop and execute robust growth strategies to grow the Company’s market share and drive revenue growth.</li><li>Lead market penetration initiatives, identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities, customer segments, and geographic expansion possibilities.</li><li>Set the Country’s growth targets for the team, drive relentless execution and high team performance in country.</li><li>Conduct competitive intelligence and market analysis to identify growth opportunities and competitive advantages.</li><li>Champion innovative go-to-market strategies, pricing optimization, and value proposition development.</li><li>Drive customer acquisition and retention strategies, focusing on high-value accounts and strategic partnerships.</li><li>Lead major deal negotiations and strategic customer relationships that positively impact business growth.</li><li>Represent the company at industry events, government forums, and key customer and regulator engagements to enhance market position.</li><li>Develop comprehensive country business plans that align with Energy BU strategies.</li><li>Identify and evaluate strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisition opportunities.</li><li>Drive business development initiatives including new market entry strategies.</li><li>Conduct regular business reviews and adjust strategies based on market dynamics and performance.</li><li>Manage key stakeholder relationships including government officials, regulatory bodies, and industry associations.</li></ul> Sales Organization Leadership <ul><li>Directly manage and inspire the sales team to achieve exceptional performance and exceed sales targets.</li><li>Recruit, develop, and retain top-tier sales talent while building a high-performance sales culture.</li><li>Establish sales strategies, territory management, and account planning frameworks.</li><li>Implement sales processes, performance metrics, and incentive structures that drive results.</li><li>Provide hands-on coaching and mentoring to sales team members to maximize their potential.</li><li>Lead sales forecasting, pipeline management, and performance review processes.</li><li>Drive sales team accountability through regular performance monitoring and corrective action when needed.</li></ul> Performance Management and Results Delivery <ul><li>Take full accountability for country P&amp;L performance at gross margin level.</li><li>Partner with functional leaders to jointly set KPIS for all functions in country.</li><li>Ensure closure of receivables in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.</li><li>Implement risk management strategies and contingency planning for business continuity.</li><li>Report regularly to Petroleum leadership team on performance, challenges, and growth opportunities.</li></ul> Stakeholder Management &amp; External Relations <ul><li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with key government officials, regulatory authorities, and industry leaders.</li><li>Represent the companys interests in industry associations, chambers of commerce, and policy forums.</li><li>Ensure positive brand reputation and stakeholder confidence in the market.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelors degree in Engineering, or business related field.</li><li>Masters degree (MBA) is a plus.</li><li>Industry-specific certifications or executive education programs advantageous.</li><li>Minimum 10-12 years of progressive leadership experience in petroleum, oil &amp; gas, or related energy industries.</li><li>At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role.</li><li>Proven track record of driving significant business growth and market share expansion.</li><li>Experience managing sales organizations and achieving ambitious revenue targets.</li><li>Experience working in emerging markets or similar economic environments.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Analyze industry pricing standards and competitors to set optimal pricing strategies.</li><li>Harvest and consolidate data from various sources to support pricing decision-making.</li><li>Maintain product pricing routinely in internal systems.</li><li>Manage pricing requests both online and offline via tools.</li><li>Identify low-margin business segments and collaborate with Product Managers to resolve issues.</li><li>Monitor pricing agreement performance and ensure adherence to expected margins.</li><li>Apply advanced analytics to identify pricing issues and opportunities.</li><li>Develop dashboards and reports that support strategic pricing decisions.</li><li>Explore innovative pricing techniques, such as AI-driven models, competitor benchmarking, and cross-functional data integration.</li><li>Communicate and align pricing strategies across departments: Sales, PM, Customer Care, and Finance.</li><li>Simplify and clearly communicate pricing decisions and methodologies to stakeholders.</li><li>Incorporate market insights and business rules into pricing logic.</li><li>Recommend pricing actions to capture market opportunities and improve profitability.</li></ul> Requirements: Experience: <ul><li>Minimum 5- 6 years of experience in pricing analysis, business analysis, commercial strategy, or a related field.</li></ul> Education: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Finance, Business, Statistics, or a related field.</li></ul> Skills: <ul><li>Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).</li><li>Experience working across business units and aligning stakeholder objectives.</li><li>Ability to present complex data in a clear, simplified format.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Revenue and Margin Delivery: <ul><li>Achieve and exceed budgeted volumes and margins as per annual sales plan targets</li><li>Drive aggressive revenue growth through systematic customer acquisition, identifying and converting new accounts across all market segments</li><li>Expand business with existing customers by increasing wallet share, and deepening customer penetration through strategic account planning and relationship management</li><li>Develop and maintain a robust new customer portfolio through targeted prospecting, lead generation, market mapping, and conversion of qualified opportunities into active revenue-generating accounts</li><li>Implement customer retention strategies to minimize churn, protect revenue base, and ensure long-term sustainable relationships with key accounts</li><li>Protect and enhance profit margins through disciplined pricing strategies, value-based selling and resistance to margin erosion in competitive situations</li><li>Negotiate favorable commercial terms with customers that balance volume commitments with margin integrity, ensuring every deal contributes positively to bottom-line profitability</li></ul> Business Performance: <ul><li>Propose strategic market shifts to meet agreed budgets</li><li>Provide market intelligence insights through proactive engagement with contacts</li><li>Share critical information with management regarding strategy, new projects, and market opportunities</li><li>Build and maintain professional relationships with government agencies, statutory authorities, trade groups, business forums, and industry associations</li><li>Implement timely delivery of solutions according to customer needs and objectives</li><li>Conduct sales forecasting aligned with market dynamics and coordinate with Supply team for effective S&amp;OP processes</li></ul> Stakeholder Management: <ul><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Maintain close working relationships with supply and logistics teams for proper product planning</li><li>Collaborate with Head of Supply and Distribution, Operations Manager, and Business Development</li><li>Manager to translate business strategy into specific objectives and KPIs</li><li>Facilitate regular communication and reporting on sales, debtors, and collections</li></ul> Requirements: Education and Qualification&nbsp; <ul><li>Bachelors degree in Marketing, Commerce, Sales Management, or related business field</li><li>Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, or related field is preferred</li><li>Professional sales certifications, strategic account management training, negotiation skills certifications, or industry-specific qualifications is an added advantage</li><li>At least 6-8 years of progressive sales experience in the oil and gas industry, petroleum products distribution or related B2B industries</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing a diverse customer portfolio</li><li>Deep understanding of the Kenyan oil and gas market, including market structure, key players, competitive landscape, and regulatory environment</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Track record of successfully managing tenders, RFPs, and complex procurement processes with government entities and large corporate accounts</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Sales Execution: <ul><li>Execute sales plans and achieve individual volume and margin targets as assigned</li><li>Identify, prospect, and acquire new customers within assigned territory or product portfolio</li><li>Maintain and grow sales volumes from existing customer accounts through regular engagement and relationship building</li><li>Conduct customer visits, product presentations, and negotiations to close sales deals</li><li>Prepare quotations, sales proposals, and contracts in accordance with company pricing and approval guidelines</li><li>Monitor customer orders and coordinate with supply and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and sales data in the companys sales management system</li></ul> Customer Relationship Management: <ul><li>Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty</li><li>Respond promptly to customer inquiries, concerns, and requests for information</li><li>Conduct regular follow-ups with customers to identify additional needs and opportunities</li><li>Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to share with the Sales Manager</li><li>Support debt collection activities by maintaining communication with customers on payment terms and following up on overdue accounts</li></ul> Market Intelligence and Reporting: <ul><li>Gather and report market intelligence including competitor activities, pricing trends, and customer needs Provide regular sales reports including achievements against targets, pipeline updates, and customer feedback</li><li>Participate in industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote the company and identify business opportunities</li><li>Monitor stock levels and product availability in assigned territory</li></ul> Compliance and Administrative Duties: <ul><li>Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices related to sales operations</li><li>Follow credit management and sales approval processes as outlined in company procedures</li><li>Ensure all sales documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all sales activities</li><li>Complete required sales training and professional development programs</li></ul> Requirements: Education and Qualification: <ul><li>Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field</li><li>At least 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the Oil Industry or related B2B sector</li><li>Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office applications and CRM systems</li><li>Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within assigned territory</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Basic understanding of credit management and commercial terms</li><li>Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Sales Execution: <ul><li>Execute sales plans and achieve individual volume and margin targets as assigned</li><li>Identify, prospect, and acquire new customers within assigned territory or product portfolio</li><li>Maintain and grow sales volumes from existing customer accounts through regular engagement and relationship building</li><li>Conduct customer visits, product presentations, and negotiations to close sales deals</li><li>Prepare quotations, sales proposals, and contracts in accordance with company pricing and approval guidelines</li><li>Monitor customer orders and coordinate with supply and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and sales data in the companys sales management system</li></ul> Customer Relationship Management: <ul><li>Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty</li><li>Respond promptly to customer inquiries, concerns, and requests for information</li><li>Conduct regular follow-ups with customers to identify additional needs and opportunities</li><li>Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to share with the Sales Manager</li><li>Support debt collection activities by maintaining communication with customers on payment terms and following up on overdue accounts</li></ul> Market Intelligence and Reporting: <ul><li>Gather and report market intelligence including competitor activities, pricing trends, and customer needs Provide regular sales reports including achievements against targets, pipeline updates, and customer feedback</li><li>Participate in industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote the company and identify business opportunities</li><li>Monitor stock levels and product availability in assigned territory</li></ul> Compliance and Administrative Duties: <ul><li>Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices related to sales operations</li><li>Follow credit management and sales approval processes as outlined in company procedures</li><li>Ensure all sales documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all sales activities</li><li>Complete required sales training and professional development programs</li></ul> Requirements: Education and Qualification&nbsp; <ul><li>Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field</li><li>At least 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the Oil Industry or related B2B sector</li><li>Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office applications and CRM systems</li><li>Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within assigned territory</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Basic understanding of credit management and commercial terms</li><li>Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team</li></ul>

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Product Pricing Analyst

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Sales Executive - Kenya

Sales Executive - Tanzania

Sales Account Executive - Uganda

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