Commercial Analyst | Cellular, Connectivity, Insurance & Media at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Job Description

• The Commercial Analyst is responsible for driving profitable growth through financial modelling, commercial analysis, and strategic business insights across the Cellular, Connectivity, Insurance, and Media portfolios. The role partners with cross-functional teams to evaluate new opportunities, monitor business performance, develop data-driven recommendations, and support key investment decisions. Working closely with stakeholders, the incumbent will translate complex financial and market data into actionable insights that enhance decision-making and deliver sustainable business value.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial modeling to evaluate the viability of new business ideas and assess the profitability of existing initiatives.
• Provide in-depth commercial analysis and insights into business performance, identifying underlying trends and offering critical evaluation to drive improvements.
• Represent finance in multifunctional project teams for new initiatives
• Conduct comprehensive competitor analysis by reviewing financial results and industry reports, assessing the strategic implications for the business.
• Develop and present visualizations of financial insights (e.g., graphs, PowerPoint presentations) to support data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and maintain a framework for tracking key KPIs across business areas and overall company performance.
• Prepare detailed supporting information for business cases and capital expenditure (CapEx) requests.
• Manage and document the process for new projects, ensuring proper execution and adherence to established guidelines.
• Monitor and report on the actual performance of approved projects against projected outcomes.
• Conceptualize, design, and efficiently execute financial projects aligned with business goals.
• Maintain a strong understanding of both the business environment and the broader external factors affecting the company.
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling, with the ability to create clear, understandable visual presentations.
• Balance financial rigor with an entrepreneurial mindset, using data to support and drive growth initiatives while demonstrating strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Chartered accountant or similar 
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience (Essential)
• Experienced in report building & financial modelling
• Demonstrable experience in data analysis & insights
• Advanced use of Excel & Intermediate Powerpoint
• Experience with BI tools and AI advantageous

Skills: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• High level of ownership and independence
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities
• Assertiveness and confidence in decision-making
• Strong multitasking and prioritization capabilities
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Advanced financial modeling skills
• Broad understanding of business operations and strategy

Behaviours: 

• Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Persuasive & confident – able to convince senior management on way forward based on data analysis 
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Financial Acumen - understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions 
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
• Thrives under change & is willing to change the status quo