Manager, ISC Finance CS&L, SACEA & WA

## Job Description

• Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.
• You will be manager in a team responsible for the overall financial integrity and performance of a country, category, Supply Chain or FP&A. You will support the Senior Manager or Director in data collection to prepare business proposals, verify assumptions, check daily execution and support delivery of overall objectives and ensure the integrity and timeliness of reporting. You may also have a direct report or manage third party providers resources.
• How you will contribute
• You will :
• Manage and execute aspects of finance planning and performance management process and related financial decisions potentially including Strategic Plan and Annual Contract planning / forecasting, target development, financial performance reporting / analysis, financial modeling and decision support for a focused scope within a region, business unit, country, Supply Chain, Mondelēz International Business Services or Corporate Finance team. You will own data collection and verify data integrity
• Ensure a strong controls and compliance environment in your area of scope and ensure full compliance with our policies
• Help the senior manager and the business prepare critical financial data and insight that enable perspectives for business strategies and decisions
• Lead projects to improve efficiencies and improvements to ways of working and embrace a mindset of continuous improvement
• Contribute to a high-performing Finance team. You will also invest in personal development and the development of Finance peers and drive our Finance talent agenda within the organization, with a focus on local FP&A pipeline
• What you will bring
• A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in :
• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in financial planning and performance management including data collection and structuring, analyzing, planning and reporting company financial performance across all financial KPIs and investment decisions and cost management to achieve financial targets
• BUSINESS ACUMEN and understanding of our business, consumer packaged goods industry, and local snacking market dynamics. Relevant experience in a regional / local business
• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including experience with business partnering and communication skills across a large regional or local public company
• GROWTH / DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify / execute opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness
• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values and policies and external regulations
• More about this role
• What you need to know about this position :
• This role supports the end-to-end customer services and logistics (CS&L) operations across SSA markets – SACEA & WA. The CS&L Finance Manager will drive financial stewardship, inventory optimization, and cost control across inbound, outbound, and warehousing activities. They will also lead month-end close processes, forecasting, and governance while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders within the BU and region.
• What extra ingredients you will bring :
• Key Accountabilities
• Inventory & Cost Management
• Lead inventory management across SSA, including valuation, write-offs, stock aging, and obsolescence analysis.
• Drive DIOH (Days Inventory on Hand) glidepath tracking and actuals analysis.
• Assess cash flow impact of inventory holdings and movements.
• Oversee imported finished goods COGS queries across RSA, ROA, and WA.
• Manage product costing processes
• Logistics & Operational Finance
• Provide financial oversight of inbound, outbound, and warehouse costs.
• Support productivity agenda by validating savings projects and tracking execution.
• Monitor overhead cost management and drive cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Financial Reporting & Forecasting
• Lead month-end close processes for RSA, ROA, and WA markets.
• Deliver YTD analysis and monthly forecasting across SSA.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly Blackline balance sheet accounts - FG Inventory and Freight Accruals
• Business Partnering & Governance
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across supply chain, commercial, and regional teams.
• Support internal and external audit requirements and ensure financial governance.
• Provide financial leadership for CS&L operational teams
• Apply deep understanding of SSA market dynamics, regulatory environments, and logistical challenges.
• Partner with regional teams to optimize cost structures and support strategic growth.
• Education / Certifications :
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.- Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, cost allocation, and cash flow forecasting.
• Job specific requirements :
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in supply chain or logistics finance.
• Proven experience in SSA markets with understanding of regional logistics and regulatory frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Excel.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
• Competencies :
• Strategic thinker with operational agility.- Collaborative leader with a proactive mindset.- Culturally sensitive and adaptable across diverse SSA markets.
• Travel requirements :
• Limited
• Work schedule :
• Hybrid## No Relocation support availableBusiness Unit Summary### Mondelēz International’s Sub Saharan Africa Business Unit is made up of three key focus areas namely Southern Africa, West Africa and the Rest of Africa Markets. The Business Unit is home to approximately 1000 Makers and Bakers who strive to bring only the best quality and loved brands to our consumers. Mondelēz International in Sub Saharan Africa is proud to house global legacy brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Halls and Bournvita, together with local jewels such as Cadbury LunchBar, Chappies, TomTom and Dentyne. The Business Unit’s Markets have consistently been awarded Top Employer certification, and has been recognised as a Top Employer in Africa.Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.##
• Job Type
• RegularFinance Planning & Performance ManagementFinanceAt Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gumOur 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.Join us and Make It An Opportunity!

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