Zone Tax Strategy Manager at The South African Breweries (SAB)

End Date: March 4, 2026

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

Global Tax Strategy Execution

• Implement ABI’s global tax strategy within the Zone.
• Translate global initiatives into practical, locally executable plans.
• Monitor and report on execution of strategic tax priorities.

Opportunity Identification & Value Creation

• Proactively identify tax planning and optimization opportunities.
• Consolidate insights from country tax teams and advisors.
• Partner with Global Tax Strategy to shape initiatives that unlock value.
• Act as liaison across Country, Zone and Global stakeholders.

Strategic Business Partnering

• Embed tax into key business decisions (M&A, treasury, supply chain, restructuring).
• Deliver scenario modelling and forecasting for cash tax and ETR impacts.
• Collaborate with Zone Finance and Legal to influence planning and investment decisions.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain documentation of Zone-level strategic initiatives.
• Support adoption of digital tools and analytics for modelling and forecasting.
• Strengthen knowledge sharing and engagement across tax forums and committees.

How Success Is Measured

• Delivery of Zone 1YP & 10YP Cash Tax and ETR targets
• Quantified savings or deferrals from strategic planning
• Strong stakeholder feedback from Zone business leaders
• Effective execution of global initiatives at Zone level
• Quality and impact of insights shared with Global Tax Strategy

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Tax or related field
• 6+ years’ experience in tax planning or strategy
• Strong analytical, commercial and financial modelling skills
• Knowledge of local and international tax frameworks
• Experience in multinational, matrixed environments

Preferred

• LL.M., MBA or equivalent
• CPA, CFA, CA (SA) or similar certification
• Experience with scenario modelling and tax technology platforms
• Demonstrated success influencing strategic initiatives at scale