Commercial Manager: Projects, Business Process and Analytics at RCL Foods

• RCL Foods is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Manager: Projects, Business Process and Analytics to oversee our Commercial Projects, Processes, Analytics, Profitability Systems, Business Intelligence (BI) and ERP roadmap for the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial background and be responsible for aligning technology solutions with business process and strategy to drive efficiency and growth. This role also includes managing and mentoring a team of system super users to ensure effective delivery of projects and initiatives.
• The role is based in Gauteng and will report to the Commercial Director.

Minimum Requirements    

• Relevant tertiary qualification CA (SA) or CIMA qualified
• 3+ years post article operational finance/commercial experience within an FMCG environment, or in a complex plant-based environment.
• Excellent decision making, problem solving, analytical and communication skills required.
• MACS, Syspro and SAP experience would be highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in ERP and BI tools (e.g., SAP, Syspro, Power BI).
• Knowledge of data governance and quality management.

Duties & Responsibilities    

Information and Data Management and Business Financial Analytics

• The individual will be the custodian of profitability systems, BI models and profitability methodology across the baking unit.
• Responsible for accuracy, completeness and relevance of data and analytics from the profitability systems and/or models.
• Ensure team members accurately and regularly captures data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
• Development of daily/weekly/monthly Work in Progress & Raw material usage variance tools in order to reduce stock variances.
• Share relevant and insightful data with management teams to enable reliable business decision making.
• Design and development of Baking common dashboard platform, profitability reporting tools and adhoc reporting as required.

Financial Analytics, Modelling and Reporting:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to analyze business performance and forecast future trends to support decision-making.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis including variance analysis, scenario modeling, and sensitivity analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support key decision-making processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports and findings to senior management.
• Utilize financial modeling tools and software to enhance efficiency and accuracy of analysis.
• Research and analyze industry trends and market dynamics to provide informed recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and analysis.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the commercial function.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Stay updated on best practices in BI and financial modeling and incorporate new techniques as applicable.

ERP and BI Roadmap Management:

• Develop and manage the BU ERP and BI roadmap to ensure alignment with business, commercial and IT goals.
• Act as the commercial expert throughout the ERP Roadmap and BI rollout journey.
• Responsible for the business process stream in the implementation and maintenance of ERP/BI systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize system enhancements and upgrades required to meet business/commercial needs.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage Commercial BI projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure business requirements are met.
• Monitor project progress and address any issues that arise.
• Coordination of IT department and external service providers to ensure implementation is completed according to the defined requirements, timelines and budget.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with finance, IT, and other departments to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Provide training and support to end-users on ERP and BI systems.
• Communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders.

Data Governance and Quality:

• Ensure data integrity and accuracy within ERP and BI systems.
• Implement data governance policies and procedures.
• Ensure BI models are implemented and maintained according to Group Guidelines.
• Conduct regular audits to maintain data quality.
• Ensure change control procedures are followed when any changed are made or required by users.

Deadline:24th August,2025