Website ODEL PLC
ODEL PLC, a fully owned subsidiary of Softlogic Holdings PLC, is the premier fashion and lifestyle department store brand in the country. With 30 years of expertise in fashion the company revolves around a simple yet winning philosophy : a relentless pursuit for the highest quality products and services across the globe, coupled with a superior customer service that ensures a uniquely memorable shopping experience to the customer. ODEL is the custodian of a range of much loved home grown private labels brands while it also holds the franchise for several leading international high fashion brands.
ODEL continuously evolves to offer customers new experiences, new brand additions, insightful and fashion savvy campaigns that help keep the brand at the foremost of fashion and lifestyle to both local audiences and tourists who patronize the store.
SENIOR MANAGER BUSINESS CONTROLLING
The role encompasses a range of financial and strategic responsibilities aimed at optimizing the performance and profitability of the company. The role will play a crucial part in guiding the business strategy of the company and driving the financial/business goals and objectives collaborating with different stakeholders.
JOB PROFILE
- Development and execution of business strategies connected to pricing strategy, margin strategy and inventory optimization with the objective of maximizing the top line and bottom line
- Analysis of financial performance against key KPIs and to provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
- Develop and oversee the annual revenue and margin budgets and responsible for the preparation of monthly rolling revenue forecast based on market and organizational conditions
- Analysis and implementation of business strategies / business planning at Brand level / store level
- Preparation of monthly performance report and reporting to top management
- Evaluate brand performance and set purchase plans to achieve target top line and bottom line by maintaining an optimal level of inventory
- Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate new business opportunities and models to assess the financial and operational feasibility
- Implementation of pricing strategies for all local and international brands by evaluating brand positioning and portfolio analysis, competition, and international market conditions
- Establishment of promotional plans and execution of companywide promotions by collaborating with opera tions and marketing teams • Collaborate with stakeholders: operations, marketing, Visual merchandizing and buying teams to develop action plans to address performance gaps
- Lead and monitor business controlling team and foster a culture of excellence and accountability
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Should be fully CIMA Qualified — ACMA is an added advantage
- Experience — Over 5+ years in controlling, management accounting, analysis
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and variance analysis
- In-depth knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
- Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of successfully leading and developing high-performing teams
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial management software