Divisional Head: Forecasting, Planning and Business Optimisation - Pretoria, South Africa - Professional Sourcing

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    Divisional Head Forecasting, Planning and Business Optimisation (Financial Services)

    Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

    There is a strategic career enhancement opportunity available with aleading financial services group for a Divisional Head Forecasting, Planning and Business Optimisation (LEAN Management).

    Position Overview:

    The main purpose of this position is to provide leadership and strategic direction to the Forecasting, Planningand Business Optimisation Division in the Supply Chain Management business unit of the group.

    Core focus areas include LEAN Management, Forecasting, Planning and Business Optimisation.

    The successful candidate will be overseeing the planning and forecasting as well as LEAN management and engagement with the cash industry to ensure business continuity.

    Key Performance Areas:

    • Provide input into the departmental strategy and policy, aligned to the group strategy.
      • Develop strategy-aligned divisional operational plans, policies, and procedures.
      • Oversee divisional projects and the implementation of the supply chain management strategy nationally.
      • Provide leadership and oversight to industry programmes and projects.
      • Oversee the planning for the optimal supply of products.
      • Oversee the formulation of a framework for supply chain technologies, systems, and solutions.
      • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with major stakeholders.
      • Manage the implementation of policies.
      • Prioritise work, manage resource utilisation and the quality of deliverables, and control costs.
      • Create a performance culture in the division.
      • Stay abreast of technology/equipment in the currency space to provide thought leadership.
      • Manage compliance and risk as required.

    Essential Experience, Qualifications and Skills Required:

    • Masters degree in Commerce or Supply Chain Management.
      • A minimum of 10 to 12 years experience at a General Management Level.
      • At least 6 years in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or related Operations Management environment.

    If you meet all the requirements specified above, and interested to further the process, kindly contact Patricia Jacobs by sending your detailed CV