DescriptionKenvue is currently recruiting for:Customer Finance ManagerThis position reports into the I2C Senior Manager and is based in Dubai, UAE.Who We AreAt Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we\'re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA\xc2\xae, AVEENO\xc2\xae, LISTERINE\xc2\xae, JOHNSON\'S\xc2\xae and BAND-AID\xc2\xae that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvue means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here .What You Will DoThis role provides commercial finance support to the customer development and marketing teams and therefore involves influencing and shaping the commercial direction of the business. This role is that of a true business partner; you must have strong stakeholder management skills as well as excellent communication skills. The key accountabilities for this role are the creation of a strong control environment for trade spends across the markets. The role is key in providing financial support for the Customer Development Director and Finance Lead as well as leading the customer teams during quarterly forecasting and annual budget processes.The role will also require the development of pricing strategy and tiering across our markets and channels, feeding a key pillar in our Revenue Growth Management drive.The role will require extensive contact with our distributor partners across the region.Also, this position will also assume lead roles in ad-hoc projects across the business that drive organizational improvements and growth in the region.Main accountabilities:
Strong relationship management; act as the key interface between Customer Development and Finance. Develop, and build key business relationships, and utilize influencing skills to engender greater collaboration across respective teams
Continuously improve the financial management of the relevant work-streams to enhance the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting through the evaluation of key commercial drivers, identification of risks and opportunities, review and oversight of project reporting structures, and presentation of high-quality financial analysis.
Work alongside business to set appropriate business performance measures aligned to P&L to directly influence financial outcomes. Provide regular financial analysis to monitor, assess, and communicate results to executive management.
Advise Management of the financial impact of sales performance, commercial issues, project outcomes, and new business opportunities through the research, development, and recommendation of appropriate resource allocation and ensure compliance with Corporate Policies.
Support internal, external and customer audit requirements as necessary.
Lead Revenue Growth Management (RGM) work within AMET by working with the EMEA RGM team and with the AMET Commercial and Marketing teams
Provide reporting and commentary on lead customer performance to regional EMEA Commercial Development
Advise Management of the financial impact of RGM strategies and performance through the research, development, and recommendation of appropriate resource allocation and ensure compliance with Corporate Policies.
Work with the Shopper Marketing Team on consolidated promotional event forecasting and relevant trade spend allocation to ensure maximum return on investment
Establish a bottom-up CIW (trade investment) financial build to ascertain accurate market budget thresholds and spend targets for all MENAP countries as well as a future trade promotion management tool
Develop a robust process to track and measure the trade spend allocation at market and customer level
Actively review CIW with the Commercial team and distributor contacts to make sure CIW investment is targeted correctly and under control
Develop a robust process to track and measure the promotional and RGM investments at market and customer level
Lead the RGM process across AMET markets and deliver on revenue growth targets in pricing, trade investment and assortment
Drive improvement in promotional efficiency with the Shopper Marketing team through reviews to track performance and providing proposals to drive greater efficiency and supporting the Shopper Marketing team in implementing and maintaining promotional planning tools
What We Are Looking For
Relevant business degree at a recognised institution
10 years\' experience in an equivalent role, including:
Experience working with quantitative & qualitative Research
Experience in new business development
Proven track record in developing category strategy & putting it into excellence in execution and performance
Working experience with Innovation projects, acquaintance with innovation tools & methods
Skilled in Word, Excel and Power Point
Strong analytical thinking
Strong written and oral communication skills and presentation skills
Proven self-starter with strong initiative, enthusiasm for business, and results orientation.
Ability to think strategically and creatively
Process and project management skills
Feedback - Receiving & Giving feedback ability
Organizational Skills - Able to manage periods of heavy and conflicting demands
Analytical Skills
Creativity and Innovation
Communication and Presentation Skills
Financial Acumen
Strong financial process and management skills
Must be capable of thinking strategically
Strong innovative skills
Must be able to work well in cross functional teams, both as a team player and a team leader
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead through influence
Excellent project management skills
Excellent analytical skills
Strong skills in managing complexity
Strong problem-solving skills
What\'s In It For You
Competitive Benefit Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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