Head of Integrated Business Planning & Finance (Cape Town)

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional business leader to join our team in a highly strategic and influential role that sits at the intersection of finance, supply chain, demand planning, warehousing, and commercial decision-making.

This position is responsible for leading and integrating critical business functions to ensure operational excellence, financial performance, and long-term growth. The successful candidate will possess a rare combination of financial acumen, analytical capability, commercial insight, and leadership experience.

Key responsibilities

Financial leadership

• Partner with executive management to develop and execute business strategy.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysis.
• Drive profitability, working capital optimisation, and cost management initiatives.
• Provide insightful financial and operational reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and compliance.

Supply and demand planning leadership

• Lead the integrated business planning (IBP/S&OP) process.
• Align demand forecasts with supply capabilities and inventory strategies.
• Identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain and develop mitigation plans.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, procurement, and operational teams.

Warehousing and inventory amnagement

• Oversee warehousing strategy, inventory health, and stock optimisation.
• Ensure efficient warehouse operations and service delivery.
• Monitor inventory turnover, stock accuracy, storage costs, and working capital impact.
• Identify and implement operational improvements and efficiencies.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, supply chain, commerce, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience across finance, supply chain, operations, or related business functions.
• Strong experience in financial management, forecasting, budgeting, and business analytics.
• Demonstrated success in supply planning, demand planning, inventory management, or integrated business planning.
• Proven ability to lead multifunctional teams.
• Advanced Excel and business intelligence/reporting capabilities.

Personal attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• Thinks strategically while remaining operationally grounded.
• Has exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is commercially astute and financially disciplined.
• Can influence, challenge, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Is highly collaborative and capable of breaking down silos.
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and sound judgement.
• Possesses strong leadership presence and excellent communication skills.
• Has a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for business performance.

Posted on 03 Jul 16:03, Closing date 1 Sep