33 Adaptive Planning jobs in South Africa
Manager, Planning, Solutions
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Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Manager, Planning
Time Type: Full Time
Tertiary Qualification(s)
Degree in in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field - advantages
Additional Computer Skills
Experience with supply chain management software, warehouse management systems, transportation systems and supply chain planning or orchestration systems.
Proficient in working on computers and using MS Applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
2+ years in the logistics industry, for example transport and, or warehousing or a combination of.
2+ years. Proven track record in supply chain management, particularly in planning, and/or transportation logistics roles.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management.
Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with advanced logistics technologies, including WMS and TMS.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Vendor Management: Experience in negotiating and managing relationships with third-party logistics providers.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders
Electives
Industry Experience: Specific industry experiences relevant to the company's sector (e.g., healthcare, automotive, retail, healthcare)
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Freight Management Services (FMS), as provided by DSV, involve a comprehensive approach to managing and optimizing a company's warehousing and transportation logistics processes. This approach integrates and coordinates multiple logistics functions and third-party providers to create a seamless supply chain. DSV's freight management services centralize logistics management, provide real-time visibility, control, costs management, customer service and ensure strategic alignment with the company's business goals. Utilizing advanced technologies and robust risk management strategies, DSV FMS enhances efficiency, scalability, and flexibility in the supply chain while maintaining high performance standards. FMS is at the heart of the warehouse and transportation operation, working closely with customer, warehouse, and transport operations.
The FMS Planning Manager is accountable for the operations allocated to them, the planning teams that report into them and where applicable the financial performance of FMS transport customers. It is responsible for overseeing the planning of all inbound and outbound volumes to ensure KPIs and SLAs are met and identifying opportunities to grow the FMS business. This is largely achieved through the supporting and upliftment of the various reporting planning teams, building strong relationships with operations/other planning teams/ transporters/customers to drive optimization through overall collaboration and seamless communication flow. This role includes translating high-level strategic plans into practical, executable operational plans, managing resources, coordinating efforts, and ensuring successful implementation and execution of those plans We are seeking an experienced FMS Operations Manager to join our team based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The candidate should have a deep understanding of warehouse and transport supply chain operations, supply chain orchestration, execution, and cost drivers, coupled with extensive operational experience in a technology or software-based environment. The main purposes of this role include:
These functions include but are not limited to
- Developing and managing plans for fulfilling customer orders efficiently. This includes creating timelines, defining tasks, and setting performance metrics
- Serving as a key point of contact for stakeholders involved in the execution of operational orders. This involves facilitating clear and effective communication between teams and ensuring that everyone is aligned with the operational goals
- Ensuring that resources (such as personnel, budget, and materials) are allocated efficiently to On-Time Shipment and service level agreements. This involves balancing competing demands and optimizing resource use and includes planning for peak periods
- Analysing data and trends to forecast future needs and performance. This helps in anticipating operational challenges and opportunities and making informed decisions.
- Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to address challenges that may arise during the execution of operational plans
- Tracking the progress of plans and projects to ensure they are on track. This includes assessing performance, identifying deviations, and making adjustments as necessary.
- Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction by meeting delivery commitments and addressing any issues that arise during the logistics process
- Providing regular updates and reports to senior management on planning activities, progress, and performance
The role is critical in the growth of the DSV Solution business units and requires attention to detail, time management and good people skill with internal and external clients. By fulfilling these responsibilities, the FMS Planning Manager and his/her will ensure that the supply chain operates smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively, ultimately contributing to the overall success and competitiveness of the organization and its customers
Duties & Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and support the planning team while collaborating with operations and the customer
- Understand each customers business, requirements and build a strong relationship with the customer
- Understand, implement and ensure KPIs and SLAs are being met
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementation to increase service delivery
- Continuously search for value added services we can offer to customers
- Support in the push back to operations/client when the targets are not achievable and create alternatives to the challenges to ensure best scenario is achieved
- Rigorous review and analyse daily/historic plan performance with the objective of improving operational output and efficiency, transporter performance and improved/additional service offering to customer
- Align on forecast with operations and the customer to ensure daily capacity planning is aligned
- Oversee daily capacity planning and ensure targets are being met
- Attend to customer escalations and resolve in a timely manner
- Continuously looking for new business avenues to expand the FMS business and it's customer base
- Responsible for financial performance of FMS transporter accounts (where applicable)
- Manage the planning team members disciplines.
Other Duties
- Ensure succession planning is in place through job rotation amongst team members
- Adherence to HSE compliance and responsibilities
- Oversee and sign-off of work instructions and standard operating procedures
Supervisory Responsibilities (if Any)
- Manage and lead the planning team
- Monitor team performance
- Implement individual development plan for all team members
- Monthly one on one's with each team member
- Ensure compliance with all policies, processes and procedures
- Promote a positive culture and good working environment
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers' needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
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Disclaimer
: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.
Solutions Architect (Power Capacity Planning)
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role of this position is to provide solutions regarding client power capacity planning, assignment, monitoring & reporting. The secondary role of this position is to support the Operational, Sales Team and Service Management Team to provide accurate solutions, design and support on a technical level for non-standard client solutions.
MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Client power capacity planning, assignment, monitoring and reporting
- Utilise both formal and on-the-job training to become a subject matter expert in Teraco data centre power and cooling understanding. Understand power capacity and distribution of the data centres and energy centres.
- Review non-standard requests including any non-standard power requirements, and allocate footprints based on power availability, cooling and equalisation of power distribution/load balancing principles.
- Monitor power utilisation against power sold, to proactively intervene where power use exceeds capacity.
- Develop & implement power monitoring and planning analytical models with the Data Analytics department, to improve planning and track implementation.
- Attend to tickets logged with threshold exceeded warnings on footprint clients and ensure capacity limits are not exceeded. Collaborate with the Revenue Controller to ensure that additional power licences are sold where clients exceed power balancing thresholds.
- Own power capacity planning to busbar /PDP level ensuring system balancing of distributed redundant systems and collaborate with the Infrastructure Management Electrical Engineer in power capacity planning to the energy centre level.
- Management of the cabinet power and cooling tool sets.
- Own the quality of the client power data in the system and drive continuous improvement with both the software development and operations teams. Perform analytics on data to proactively identify data errors for intervention.
- Support the Head of Solutions, in preparation of the monthly power capacity reporting meetings and within 18 months, take over responsibility for leading these meetings.
Non-standard Client Solutions
- Detailed client designs for non-standard solutions – engage with the professionals in design, and obtain signoff from relevant DCM.
- Review and sign-off co-ordinated as built drawings for all non-standard client deployments.
- Obtain and review quotes for non-standard designs – ensure that pricing & quoted elements matches client and Teraco’s specifications and agreed pricing arrangements.
- Work with 3rd party vendors and suppliers to ensure acceptable service levels are met and necessary services are performed, and to be informed of latest changes and improvements in the data centre market segment. Evaluate quote and most cost effective pricing and ability to interpret quotes to ensure that they meet the required design.
- Assist Sales, Service Management and Project Managers with a solutions and support approach, on a technical level with particular focus on power and cooling including assisting with solutions and support on routing, network and security.
- Assist Sales with solution designs on RFI’s and Tenders.
- Assist Service Management and Operational and Infrastructure Project Management Team with client Project roll-outs and sign off of installed against design.
- Implement defined standards, policies and procedures in line with ISO methodologies.
- Be familiar on a comprehensive capacity plan for Teraco. This will include, but is not limited to, power, space, cooling and BMS endpoints.
- Respond to and perform miscellaneous duties as directed by management.
- Act as technical resource for all client project builds, ensuring standards and qualities are applied in accordance with Teraco standards and client design specifications.
- Assist in ensuring consistent optimization of all systems (hardware & software) to achieve business targets.
- Stay abreast with new technologies, products and designs.
SKILLS REQUIREMENT
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to read and understand data centre design documents, plans and specifications
- Good planning skills
- Proactive problem solver and quick response to potentially critical situations
- Ability to work independently & a positive team player
- Conducts oneself professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience
- Responsible for continued learning and self-development
- Review, maintain, comprehend, and follow Work Plans, Sequence of Operations, Standard Operating Procedures, and Process Flow Diagrams
QUALIFICIATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Matric qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Knowledge of electrical solutions i.e AC/DC, Single Phase, 3-Phase.
- Knowledge in routing solutions preferred.
- 5+ years relevant working experience
- Advance Microsoft Office skills (Excel)
- Certified Data Centre Professional (preferred)
- Full understanding of a data centre infrastructure and environment
- Understand electrical components SLD’s
- Understand mechanical components for SLD’s
- Own transport. Note: may include travel to various sites. Local via own transport.
- MS Visio (preferred)
Financial Planning
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JOB CONTEXT
The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for the financial planning and forecasts submissions in accordance with Nutreco's accounting policies and procedures and supports decision making from a financial perspective analyzing in a wide variety of business processes from various perspectives, such as costs, revenues, profitability etc. and assists in preparing proposals regarding CAPEX projects.
He / She works closely with the Opco Controller on financial planning, forecasts, all accounting, reporting, and financial disclosure matters and consults often with relevant stakeholders, and confers with his / her peer Tax Manager, Treasury Manager as well as the Business Control Managers.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting
- Manages financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes and submissions.
- Creates variance analysis reports and financial models.
- Leads real-time financial performance monitoring.
- Escalates any financial issues to management.
- Sets and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives.
- Completes market research and comparable company or OpCo analysis.
- Recommends strategies for increasing financial performance.
- Prepares detailed monthly financial reports for management.
- Uses popular financial planning and analysis tools.
- Collaborates with senior members of the accounting and finance teams.
- Prepares ad-hoc analysis as required from time to time.
Data collection and insight generation
- Uses data and analysis in problem identification (bottlenecks, efficiencies, insights, etc.) continuously searching for data sources to conduct analysis valuable to the company, continuously enhancing the problem analysis / identification in terms of relevance, quality and insights based on business requirements,
- Collects, analyses, coordinates and selects internal and external data and research for further analysis, to have an optimal set of data and research results available, which provides the relevant business area with desired information and/or further analyses or reporting.
- Discovers ways in which business value can be drawn from analysis and develops trusted information with true insights.
- Visualizes the analysis and transforms the analysis into valuable and relevant insights for business.
Advice
- Proactively advises colleagues and management on data and insight analysis, opportunities and market developments,
- Optimally informs and advises internal stakeholders and customers about analysis and related insights,
- Acts as a liaison with managers, advises and supports them concerning all finance related matters, formulates and presents possible solutions
Planning & Control cycle
- Supports the business with the planning & control cycle, including the preparation of the 3-year development plan and annual budgets, and the reporting of actual results:
- Communicating guidelines and instructions, and creating templates to facilitate the planning and reporting processes
- Participate in the financial review process between the OpCo(s), Division and Nutreco Corporate
- Performing financial analysis of actual performance compared to plan and last year
- Preparing management information, such as monthly reports and presentations on various topics
- Assisting in the preparation and analysis of annual financial reports.
Market Developments / Investments
- Assesses market developments using analytics and data insights, so that knowledge and insight of developments in area of expertise is up-to-date and ensured in the long term
- On request of the business, performs analysis of capital expenditures, credit applications, divestment proposals and other events with a major financial impact, by:
- Performing investigations and analyses in line with corporate guidelines
- Preparing cover notes and presentations
Analysis / Analytics
- Conducts and merges complex internal and external analysis. Carries out structural and ad hoc analysis and advanced analytics to transform data and research into useful information, which offer useful insights and recommendations to the designated business area.
- Develops and provides ad hoc financials analysis that add value to the business and contribute to the delivery of the Divisional strategy.
- Assists functional counterparts in the OpCo as required on matter involving cost determination issues, valuation, distribution of overhead, treatment of costs and product pricing,
- May conduct special studies and analysis such as cost impact of proposed changes in facilities, systems and processes.
Compliance / Governance / Audits
- Supports and promotes the Division wide compliance to corporate policies, especially relating to the Finance and Administration functions,
- Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, the reporting & accounting strategy and with accounting standards, and applicable rules & regulations.
- Follows all IFRS developments closely and implements new or revised accounting policies and procedures, if necessary,
- Contributes to further professionalizing the (Finance) function, including signaling of areas of improvement and implementing solutions,
- Responsible for the overall control of the financial administration, monitors enforcement of guidelines and guidance of all administrative processes of the entity, to achieve full compliance with all relevant (financial) standards,
- Supports and prepares (financial) audits, ensures all relevant financial information is available for internal and external Auditors.
COMPETENCIES
- Attention to details,
- Interpretation and analytical skills
- Timeliness, accuracy and reliability of all periodic and ad-hoc reporting and management information
- Level of compliance / non-conformities
- Demonstrates excellent financial and quantitative skills.
- Communicates effectively and has strong presentation skills.
- Collaborates well with colleagues using adept social skills.
- Works independently using project management skills.
- Builds strong working relationships and has good leadership skills.
- Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- CA / CIMA Qualification advantageous
- 6+ years' working experience
- Manufacturing industry background
- ERP System experience, Unite M3 would be advantage,
- Professional skills in Microsoft software (especially MS Excel and PowerPoint) and Power BI
- HFM / OneStream knowledge
- Technical knowledge of IFRS, General Accounting and Tax legislation
Financial Planning
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The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for managing an effective and efficient operation of the financial planning, analysis, reporting and accounting function. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager supports management, especially the Controller, in decision making regarding Finance & Control and Business matters, with investigations, analyses, reports, presentations and advice.
He/She performs economic research and analysis for use in the development of business strategies and tactics and in the subsequent appraisal of the results. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager may also prepare statistical studies (economic and financial) and forecasts for business conditions and trends and draws relevant conclusions. Additionally, provides the business management with accurate and reliable internal financial information and external financial statements regarding the performance and the valuation of the business for various stakeholders.
Job Description:
JOB CONTEXT
The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for the financial planning and forecasts submissions in accordance with Nutreco's accounting policies and procedures and supports decision making from a financial perspective analyzing in a wide variety of business processes from various perspectives, such as costs, revenues, profitability etc. and assists in preparing proposals regarding CAPEX projects.
He / She works closely with the Opco Controller on financial planning, forecasts, all accounting, reporting, and financial disclosure matters and consults often with relevant stakeholders, and confers with his / her peer Tax Manager, Treasury Manager as well as the Business Control Managers.
Key Accountabilities
Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting
- Manages financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes and submissions.
- Creates variance analysis reports and financial models.
- Leads real-time financial performance monitoring.
- Escalates any financial issues to management.
- Sets and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives.
- Completes market research and comparable company or OpCo analysis.
- Recommends strategies for increasing financial performance.
- Prepares detailed monthly financial reports for management.
- Uses popular financial planning and analysis tools.
- Collaborates with senior members of the accounting and finance teams.
- Prepares ad-hoc analysis as required from time to time.
Data collection and insight generation
- Uses data and analysis in problem identification (bottlenecks, efficiencies, insights, etc.) continuously searching for data sources to conduct analysis valuable to the company, continuously enhancing the problem analysis / identification in terms of relevance, quality and insights based on business requirements,
- Collects, analyses, coordinates and selects internal and external data and research for further analysis, to have an optimal set of data and research results available, which provides the relevant business area with desired information and/or further analyses or reporting.
- Discovers ways in which business value can be drawn from analysis and develops trusted information with true insights.
- Visualizes the analysis and transforms the analysis into valuable and relevant insights for business.
Advice
- Proactively advises colleagues and management on data and insight analysis, opportunities and market developments,
- Optimally informs and advises internal stakeholders and customers about analysis and related insights,
- Acts as a liaison with managers, advises and supports them concerning all finance related matters, formulates and presents possible solutions
Planning & Control cycle
- Supports the business with the planning & control cycle, including the preparation of the 3-year development plan and annual budgets, and the reporting of actual results:
- Communicating guidelines and instructions, and creating templates to facilitate the planning and reporting processes
- Participate in the financial review process between the OpCo(s), Division and Nutreco Corporate
- Performing financial analysis of actual performance compared to plan and last year
- Preparing management information, such as monthly reports and presentations on various topics
- Assisting in the preparation and analysis of annual financial reports.
Market Developments / Investments
- Assesses market developments using analytics and data insights, so that knowledge and insight of developments in area of expertise is up-to-date and ensured in the long term
- On request of the business, performs analysis of capital expenditures, credit applications, divestment proposals and other events with a major financial impact, by:
- Performing investigations and analyses in line with corporate guidelines
- Preparing cover notes and presentations
Analysis / Analytics
- Conducts and merges complex internal and external analysis. Carries out structural and ad hoc analysis and advanced analytics to transform data and research into useful information, which offer useful insights and recommendations to the designated business area.
- Develops and provides ad hoc financials analysis that add value to the business and contribute to the delivery of the Divisional strategy.
- Assists functional counterparts in the OpCo as required on matter involving cost determination issues, valuation, distribution of overhead, treatment of costs and product pricing,
- May conduct special studies and analysis such as cost impact of proposed changes in facilities, systems and processes.
Compliance / Governance / Audits
- Supports and promotes the Division wide compliance to corporate policies, especially relating to the Finance and Administration functions,
- Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, the reporting & accounting strategy and with accounting standards, and applicable rules & regulations.
- Follows all IFRS developments closely and implements new or revised accounting policies and procedures, if necessary,
- Contributes to further professionalizing the (Finance) function, including signaling of areas of improvement and implementing solutions,
- Responsible for the overall control of the financial administration, monitors enforcement of guidelines and guidance of all administrative processes of the entity, to achieve full compliance with all relevant (financial) standards,
- Supports and prepares (financial) audits, ensures all relevant financial information is available for internal and external Auditors.
COMPETENCIES
- Attention to details,
- Interpretation and analytical skills
- Timeliness, accuracy and reliability of all periodic and ad-hoc reporting and management information
- Level of compliance / non-conformities
- Demonstrates excellent financial and quantitative skills.
- Communicates effectively and has strong presentation skills.
- Collaborates well with colleagues using adept social skills.
- Works independently using project management skills.
- Builds strong working relationships and has good leadership skills.
- Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- CA / CIMA Qualification advantageous
- 6+ years' working experience
- Manufacturing industry background
- ERP System experience, Unite M3 would be advantage,
- Professional skills in Microsoft software (especially MS Excel and PowerPoint) and Power BI
- HFM / OneStream knowledge
- Technical knowledge of IFRS, General Accounting and Tax legislation
Our organisation:
Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
Business Planning Analyst
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When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.
Business Planning Analyst, D1
Seriti, Head Office, Gauteng / Mpumalanga
Internal & External
Ref no: HO091/25GS
Closing date: 30 September 2025
The role:
To support the Business in assessing and managing shareholder and stakeholder value to be derived from our operations through the collaboration of key operational data, marketing assumption and macro-economic inputs. Consolidates of ideas/project ideas into a portfolio of capital, business development and sustaining projects.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Interpolate the impact of the strategic business plan as well as the marketing plan and ensure the required impacts are analysed and responded to in line with the assigned operations plans
- Interface with operational business units and functional leads on project work, Resource and Development Plans and Life of Mine (LoM) Plans and give inputs into the Seriti Group Summary model, working closely with finance for the preparation and running of operational cost models through cost accounting methods and models
- Integration of the short-term plan for each of the mines and how they compare to one another e.g., this role will perform the analysis of the various costs and product impacts and thereafter suggest amendments to the plan for value optimization
- Assist in developing long term plans for each operation incorporating mine and processing, functional and infrastructure plans
- Conducting business evaluation advice that follow the business internal policy, standards, and practices
- Analyse the monthly spend against the approved capital plan for the assigned operations, identifying trends, investigate variances and identifying and clearly articulate risks and opportunities
- Responsible to review and collate all capital inputs in terms of the planning cycles for assigned area of responsibility and submit for group consideration
- Performs adhoc scenario modelling to test equipment purchases, closures of operations, up or down scaling of the specific operation
- Support to marketing in terms of scenario testing of different product option
- Participates in the development of closure plans or the operations both LoM & Mine provisions
- Produces closure planning inputs in terms of cost modelling of rehabilitation activities
- Prepare presentation materials and reports in support of Planning Cycle requirements, Investment Cases, Capital Plan & Business Plan
- Drive the Seriti Way, values and behavioural competencies through empowered leadership and active culture custodianship and participate in the strategic direction of the business
Requirements:
- Degree or National Diploma in Business / Commerce / Finance / Engineering
- A minimum of 3 years Mining or Manufacturing Industry experience of which 1 year should be in a supervisory position
- Sound knowledge of applicable Finance policies and procedures
- Thorough understanding of all Legislation regulating and procedures
- Strong customer service orientation with ability to engage and influence a broad customer base
- Relevant influencing, networking, planning, organising, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced MS Office Excel & PowerPoint
- Excellent computer literacy skills (MS Office)
- SAP experience
- Valid driver's license
- In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness
Advantageous:
- Xeras experience
Please note:
- Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents
- A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver's license must be accompanied with your application
- Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
- All applicants are thanked for their interest
- Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
- Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only
Financial Planning Associate
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Are you a highly skilled and experienced Financial Planning Associate looking to join an independent financial planning business that sets the industry standard?
This role is the engine room of our advice process, offering you a unique opportunity to work on complex financial strategies and ensure legal compliance within a highly professional environment.
Responsibilities:
Financial Needs Analysis (FNA): Prepare comprehensive FNAs across Risk, Pre-retirement, and Post-retirement planning.
Portfolio Strategy: Prepare investment proposal documents, review existing client portfolios, and create detailed review files.
Compliance & Administration: Ensure all client files adhere to POPI, FICA, and FAIS legislation requirements. You will also perform quality control on quotations, submissions, and oversee the implementation process.
Client & Advisor Support: Manage client relationships , set up review appointments , and act as the liaison with product providers to follow up on submitted instructions and research new and existing products.
Qualifications and Experience:
A minimum of 5 years in a similar Para-planning role.
Director, Financial Planning
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We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Financial Planning Director who can lead with insight, navigate complexity, and deliver performance excellence. This role is instrumental in shaping and executing our financial planning processes across the Africa Operating Unit (OU), ensuring not just financial accuracy but also strategic impact and storytelling that drives action.
What You'll Do for Us:
Lead the planning, forecasting, and performance management processes for the Africa Operating Unit, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timely delivery of financial outputs.
Utilize and manage financial planning systems, particularly Hyperion, to develop and maintain accurate forecasts, scenario planning, and P&L reviews.
Act as a thought partner to Platform Services, Regional Leads, Franchise Leadership, and Commercial/RGM teams to deliver insight-driven plans and rolling estimates that influence key business decisions.
Collaborate with the Insights Director to embed data-driven business assumptions into the planning cycle and support the preparation of compelling narratives and executive presentations.
Translate financial results and forecasts into clear, actionable insights and stories, providing commentary that supports business performance management and risk mitigation.
Facilitate business plan and rolling estimate review cycles, with a strong emphasis on scenario planning and proactive risk and opportunity (R&O) management.
Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the system, ensuring cross-functional alignment and strategic coherence.
Build and nurture collaborative relationships across regions, bottlers, and central functions, fostering a culture of trust, partnership, and joint problem-solving.
Maintain composure and performance delivery under pressure while promoting a positive, high-performance culture within the team and broader finance community.
Support the creation and communication of the 3-year Strategic Business Plan and annual budgeting cycles, coordinating end-to-end processes and performance monitoring.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years' experience in financial planning, commercial finance, or a related strategic finance role.
Demonstrated leadership in high-stakes environments with proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and influence without authority.
Proficiency in Hyperion and other financial planning tools, with a hands-on approach to scenario modeling and variance analysis.
Strong storytelling and communication skills, capable of turning complex data into compelling business narratives.
Proven ability to manage ambiguity and pressure, deliver under tight timelines, and juggle multiple priorities with calm focus.
Deep understanding of system economics, bottler business models, and regional market dynamics in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
A people-first leader who promotes a strong, inclusive culture, uplifts capabilities, and drives engagement across diverse teams.
What We Offer:
Join a purpose-driven Africa Finance team where teams are the new heroes and our leaders are inclusive orchestrators. As we craft Loved Brands, Sustainably, for a Better Shared Future, you will:
Leverage our boundaryless network
Live our culture code with intention
Build future-ready capabilities
Become part of an adaptable, agile organization
Skills
Financial Forecasting; Financial Analysis; Finance; Financial Planning; Forecasting; Data Driven
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
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Group Financial Planning
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Are you a CA(SA) with a sharp analytical edge and the confidence to influence at executive level? Join a strategic finance function that's undergoing transformation, where your expertise will directly shape performance across 9 divisions and 19,000 employees in one of South Africa's largest facilities management groups.
About the Opportunity
This is a rare chance to take on a senior group-level role focused on performance evaluation, financial reporting, and forward-looking analysis. Sitting within a compact, high-performing group finance team, you'll play a pivotal role in reshaping financial structures, supporting a major BI and systems implementation, and guiding strategic decisions from a shareholder perspective.
What You'll Be Doing
- Consolidate and interpret management accounts across multiple divisions (security, cleaning, catering)
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning at group level
- Implement and embed the new BI platform
- Deliver detailed performance and variance analysis for group executive and board-level discussions
- Support evaluation of capital investments, restructures, and potential acquisitions
- Produce high-impact, visually powerful reports to guide executive strategy
What We're Looking For
- CA(SA) with 10–15 years' post-articles experience
- Proven experience in group FP&A or corporate finance within a complex, multi-division business
- Advanced Excel and strong data fluency — must be comfortable with BI tools and Sage systems
- A hands-on operator who enjoys the detail and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves
- High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate at all levels
- Strong business acumen, particularly around forecasting, restructuring, and investment analysis
What's in it for you?
- Work alongside top-tier group leaders across finance, risk, procurement, legal, and capital management
- Join a business in strategic transition — your impact will be visible and valued
- A professional, non-hybrid culture with high expectations and strong peer collaboration
Ready to Lead with Insight?
Apply now and bring your financial insight to the heart of group strategy.
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Financial Planning Consultant
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Exciting Opportunity for Sales Professionals New to Financial Services
Are you a motivated sales professional with strong communication skills and a passion for building relationships? Are you ready to launch your career in the financial services industry with a trusted, supportive team?
We're looking for dynamic individuals with sales and cold calling experience who are eager to develop their own client network and grow in a rewarding financial planning role.
What We Offer:
- Fully equipped office space with comprehensive infrastructure tailored for financial planners
- Complete administration support from new business finalisation to client retention
- Professional telephony services including internet, email, voice logging, and secure data storage
- Access to expert business coaching and client advice support
- Practice management assistance to keep you on track
- Technical and soft skills training to develop your industry knowledge
Competitive remuneration:
Choice of different Sanlam adviser contracts
- Up to 100% commission on sales
Vesting bonuses for the first 2 years
Support with purchasing technology equipment
- Membership of Pension Funds and Group Life Schemes
- Ongoing training via Sanlams Academy and support with industry qualifications
- Access to mobile nurses for client medicals
- Assistance from sales consultants and product specialists
- Compliance, marketing, and legal support
- Financial planning tools to help you succeed
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients
- Provide personalized financial planning and advice tailored to client needs
- Identify client needs and recommend suitable financial solutions
- Maintain excellent service orientation with frequent client contact
What Were Looking For:
- Sales experience with a proven ability to generate leads and close deals
- Experience with cold calling and developing new business
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
- Ability to build and grow your professional network
- Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Computer literate and organized
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Valid drivers license and own vehicle (Must have)
- Clean criminal record and good credit history
Previous financial services experience is a plus but not essential we provide all the training and support you need
Financial Planning Analyst
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Are you a data-driven finance professional with a passion for turning numbers into strategic insights? Join a global group of companies with over 50 years of excellence across the
Oil & Gas, Engineering, and Manufacturing
sectors.
We're looking for a
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
to support the Group CFO in driving business performance across multiple international entities.
Position:
FP&A Analyst
Location:
Gauteng Eastrand
Salary:
R to R
Qualifications:
- CA(SA) or CIMA preferred
Skills & Experience:
- 5 years' experience within FP&A
- Experience within heavy industrial manufacturing or similar
- Advanced excel experience
- Financial Modelling knowledge
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making by senior management.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyse performance against targets.
- Work with the Group companies to develop financial models that support their strategic objectives, provide financial guidance, and ensure alignment with financial goals
Ready to take your FP&A career global? Apply now or message me directly to learn more.