Innovation Commercialisation Manager – IPS Reserve at Diageo
About the Function:
Our Sales team love building relationships, connecting with
customers to sell our much-loved brands in new and vibrant markets where they
can prosper. They help sell our iconic brands across 180 countries every year.
We’re operating across different markets, channels, and
areas of expertise. Using your curiosity and passion, you’ll make the most of
consumer insight and digital platforms, reaching new customers, markets, and
celebrations to help us achieve our growth potential. We’ll support your
learning and growth as you develop your career with us and work with people
across our business to realize your fullest potential.
Role Responsibilities
Key Deliverables:
- Develop
and own the comprehensive innovation strategy for the innovation
portfolio, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives and
consumer trends.
- Lead
the end-to-end commercialization and delivery of the innovation pipeline,
using deep consumer, customer and market insights to drive value creation.
- Achieve
excellence in new product launches, partnering cross-functionally to
implement best-in-class plans that deliver superior brand performance and
customer/consumer impact.
- Commercial
performance management for innovation brands to achieve great performance
and M&E against commercialization execution Key Performance
Indicators.
- Deliver
Efficiency in resource management with the right Business governance and
controls adherence.
Functional Capabilities
- Develop
winning commercial and marketing strategies that outpace the competition
and drive category growth.
- Manage
the performance of the innovation portfolio post-launch, making timely
interventions to maximize business impact and deliver against Annual
Operating Plans.
- Expertly
navigate the P&L to optimize value creation for the business,
customers and consumers at the right price points.
Organizational Leadership
- Inspire
and engage cross-functional teams to deliver breakthrough innovation and
category expansion.
- Demonstrate
creative problem-solving skills to navigate ambiguity and ensure goals are
achieved.
- Build
strong influencing capabilities to align and mobilize stakeholders at all
levels
Experience / skills required
- Proven
track record in successful innovation or sales project management and
commercialization.
- Exceptional
influencing and stakeholder management skills across diverse internal and
external partners.
- Commercially
astute with experience in P&L management and value chain dynamics.
- Thrives
in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, adeptly juggling multiple
priorities.
- Demonstrated
ability to foster effective relationships and collaborate.
- Growth
mindset – eager to truly shape the future of the business through the
innovation pipeline.
Head of Corporate Real Estate Services, Africa at Diageo
Purpose of the Role:
Context – The Global CRES portfolio is significant in size,
and consists of a mixture of office locations, supply/manufacturing sites and
land/other. The Africa region covers 9 countries, with offices and
manufacturing sites, plus some land/other sites. The Head of CRES is
responsible for the following in region:
- Delivering
the Global CRES Strategy; to build inclusive and balanced workplaces that
drive connections and inspire our employees to do their best work.
- Determining
and executing the regional aspects of this strategy wrt our 5 pillars:
Workplace Experience, Portfolio and Supply Partner Optimisation,
Sustainability, Culture and Capability, and Risk Management and
Performance Metrics
- Financial
performance of the CRES function for all real estate assets in the
regional portfolio
- Senior
stakeholder engagement & business partnering across the region –
displaying SME leadership and strong relationship building.
- Ownership
of the Regional / Sub-regional Exec relationships
- Providing
oversight and leadership of CRES function – inhouse and outsourced teams
- Ensuring
proper governance for CRES related activities and managing related risk
- Leading
the business, suppliers and internal partners to ensure Diageo workspaces
are motivational places to be and work, are set up to attract the right
talent, foster a culture of creativity and innovation, protect the
wellbeing of Diageo employees, and promote environmental sustainability
Key Accountabilities
Building Outstanding Relationships
- Develop
and maintain trusted positive relationships with business/market
stakeholders, Global/Regional CRES Teams and with key personnel at our key
supply partners.
- Build
and maintain positive relationships with peers and broader industry
networks.
- Be the
ambassador for Global CRES in the region, showcasing our successes and
innovation.
Manage CRES Performance & Outcomes for a geography.
- Ensuring
the real estate portfolio optimises cost, carbon and Workplace Experience,
developing and delivering programmes for consolidation, change or growth
where needed.
- Owning
and ensuring the capital and revenue budget is owned and tracked.
- Deliver
our 2030 targets wrt Sustainability – waste, water, carbon, aligning CRES
with Diageo’s Society 2030 ambition – for Offices and Fleet
Manage Team and 3rd Parties.
- Ensuring
efficient delivery of key supplier IFM contracts and capital projects to
address business needs and release value.
- Oversee
delivery of CRES services/projects to deliver experiential and safe
workspaces, Sustainability targets and our D&I agenda.
Governance, Risk, Performance Measurement & Reporting
- Share,
roll out and embed best practice in CRES activities i.e., codification
across countries.
- Ensure
compliance with standards and policies within CRES, own all CRES related
risks in region.
- Measuring
and reporting to the Global Head of CRES on CRES and portfolio
performance, plus key regional stakeholders
- Establishing
appropriate steering groups for markets within the geography and holding
them to account for the governance of decisions and change projects for
their market.
CRES Excellence:
- Our
purpose at Diageo is to Celebrate Life, Everyday, Everywhere.
- Our
Diageo ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and
respected consumer products company in the world.
- Our
Diageo CRES mission to help enable our ambition by creating inclusive and
balanced workplaces that enhance connections and inspire our colleagues to
do their best work. We do this by Living Our Values and
Dial Up Behaviours.
- Be
Externally Curious
- Collaborate
Efficiently
- Experiment
and Learn
- Act
Decisively
Entry Level Requirements – Capabilities, Skills &
Experience:
- Ability
to align with and influence key stakeholders with potentially conflicting
priorities and to effectively connect with/challenge senior stakeholders.
- Strong
experience of managing IFM services across a range of buildings – offices
and supply.
- At
least 10 years leadership / management experience in CRES related
function.
- Experience
in and / or a good understanding of Diageo or equivalent organisation
- Highly
self-motivated and pro-active with great communication skills
- Proven
track record in an ability to work with others, both within CRES and
across an organisation
- Proven
track record in change and programme management
- Experience
in the strategic management of IFM services and suppliers across markets
- Understanding
of Supplier and CRES IFM performance metrics and communication thereof
- Experience
of managing regional Sustainability programmes/targets across the CRES
lifecycle
- Awareness
and management of CRES Risk and governance
Channel Manager – Off Trade at Diageo
Job Description:
Job Title: Channel Manager – Off Trade
Reports to: Head of Customer Marketing
About us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the
world’s leading premium drinks company. Bring your passion and use your
curiosity as you explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers
love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new
ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.
Join us to create a career worth celebrating.
About the Function:
Our Sales team love building relationships, connecting with
customers to sell our much-loved brands in new and vibrant markets where they
can thrive. They help sell our iconic brands across 180 countries every year.
We’re operating across different markets, channels, and
areas of expertise. Using your curiosity and passion, you’ll make the most of
consumer insight and digital platforms, reaching new customers, markets, and
celebrations to help us achieve our growth potential. We’ll support your
learning and growth as you develop your career with us and work with people
across our business to realize your fullest potential.
About the Role:
KBL strives to be recognized by its customers as the #1
Consumer Goods Company in Kenya. Achieving this ambition requires aligning all
our efforts with customer needs, continuously excelling in delivering
compelling shopper and customer propositions that resonate with consumer
demands.
- Adapt
brand strategies and SUP plans into channel programs that increase
profitability and drive positive ROI.
- Develop
programs contributing to category/brand P&Ls, crucial for KBL’s
performance as well as that of categories and customers.
- Manage
budget for in-outlet program creation, measured against growth targets for
off-trade channels.
- Seek a
highly organized, dependable, self-motivated individual who thrives in a
hands-on, fast-paced environment.
- Exhibit
disciplined creativity to bring Diageo’s world-class brands to life.
- Build
strong relationships to expand influence and achieve results swiftly while
managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Navigate
complex matrix organizations effectively, handling ambiguity well.
- Although
this role has no direct reports, leading and influencing decisions is
vital.
Role Responsibilities:
- Execute
commercial off-trade calendar management.
- Tailor
brand & portfolio activities into channel & customer programs
aligned with commercial plans.
- Contribute
to trade strategy development focusing on Off-trade and wholesale segments
while identifying opportunities and risks for business value delivery.
- Develop
scalable insight-driven programs for modern trade segments across
customers.
- Design
customer-specific retail/segment programs aimed at boosting traffic,
basket size, or conversion rates.
- Collaborate
closely with agency resources, finance, legal teams, and distributor
partners.
- Utilize
data insights and possess knowledge of modern trade customers/shoppers/key
segments.
- Oversee
in-store/bar programs from initial brief through toolkit development to
execution support and M&E (Measurement & Evaluation).
- Ensure
commercially viable programs driving category growth beyond brand
expectations are implemented effectively.
Experience / Skills Required:
- +5
years proven track record in Marketing or Sales (Customer Marketing).
- Strong
creative judgment paired with solid commercial understanding of
customer/shopper dynamics.
- Deep
familiarity with off-trade channels enabling brilliant shopper program
development.
- Ability
to navigate Diageo’s network efficiently using influence across various
organizational levels—decisive action is key here!
- Inspire
agencies towards delivering exceptional work; experience working alongside
key customers is advantageous.
Flexible Working Statement:
Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what
flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and
balance your priorities from day one.
Shopper Manager – Ciders at Diageo
Job Description :
Job Title: Shopper Manager – Ciders
Reports to: Shopper Marketing Manager – Beer
About the Function:
Our Sales team love building relationships, connecting with
customers to sell our much-loved brands in new and vibrant markets where they
can thrive. They help sell our iconic brands across 180 countries every year.
We’re operating across different markets, channels, and
areas of expertise. Using your curiosity and passion, you’ll make the most of
consumer insight and digital platforms, reaching new customers, markets, and
celebrations to help us achieve our growth potential. We’ll support your
learning and growth as you develop your career with us and work with people
across our business to realize your fullest potential.
About the Role
Join KBL in its mission to become Kenya’s leading Consumer
Goods Company. At the heart of our strategy is a commitment to understanding
and meeting customer needs. Your role will be pivotal in designing and
implementing innovative shopper programs that drive growth for our cider
category.
- Customer-Centric
Focus: Develop compelling propositions aligned with consumer
needs.
- Commercial
Impact: Design and implement profitable shopper programs that
enhance brand value.
- Financial
Stewardship: Manage program budgets effectively to increase
return on investment.
- Growth
Opportunities: Identify initiatives that unlock new demand and
financial returns.
- Performance
Monitoring: Analyze cider category performance to identify growth
opportunities.
Key Attributes
- Organized
& Motivated: Thrive in a dynamic environment, managing
multiple priorities efficiently.
- Creative
Leadership: Bring Diageo’s brands to life with impactful,
commercially sound programs.
- Influential
Presence: Lead cross-functional teams without direct authority by
shaping decisions and aligning stakeholders.
- Increase
Adaptability & Decision-Making: Navigate multifaceted
organizational structures with confidence.
Role Responsibilities
- Contribute
to strategic initiatives that drive KBL growth metrics through
high-potential consumption occasions.
- Serve
as a commercial lead within cross-functional teams for seamless alignment
between brand ambitions and execution strategies.
- Use
data-driven insights for program effectiveness, supporting decision-making
processes.
- Take
ownership of end-to-end development of shopper programs from concept
creation to post-campaign evaluation (M&E).
- Design
financially viable marketing strategies that support brand growth ahead of
category trends.
Top Accountabilities
- Drive
Commercial Growth: Deliver insight-led programs contributing directly
to KBL’s P&L.
- Lead
Program Delivery: Ensure impactful execution across key channels from
brief to evaluation.
- Increase
return on investment: Prioritize budget spends for optimal commercial
return and efficiency.
- Influence
Without Authority: Align stakeholders across functions in a
sophisticated matrix organization.
- Deliver
Scalable Solutions: Create adaptable marketing toolkits for retail
success.
Experience / Skills Required
- Bachelor’s
degree in commerce, marketing, business administration, or related field
(or equivalent experience).
- Minimum
4 years of commercial experience with proven business results delivery
capability.
- Demonstrated
leadership skills in team management or cross-functional collaboration
without direct authority.
- Strong
sales/marketing expertise with an understanding of brand dynamics and
customer priorities.
Desirable:
- Postgraduate
qualification (e.g., MBA) preferred but not required.
- Experience
in commercial management or P&L ownership is advantageous.
Reward Specialist at Diageo
Job Description
- Job
Title: Reward Specialist, EABL
- Reports
To: Head of Reward, EABL
- Location: Nairobi,
Kenya
About us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the
world’s leading premium drinks company. Bring your passion and use your
curiosity as you explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers
love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new
ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.
Join us to create a career worth celebrating.
About the Function:
Our Human Resources (HR) team bring brilliant people
together to help us continue building iconic brands. We harness the diverse
talents of our people to help them excel. We champion an inclusive and
collaborative culture, where all voices and perspectives are celebrated and
valued.
HR is at the heart of markets around the world, finding and
developing talent that will unearth new insights and inspire innovation. From
creative problem solvers and entrepreneurs to scientists and engineers —
whatever your experience and ideas, we’ll help you to harness your talents,
empowering you to be the best you can be.
About the team:
As part of the Africa team, and with business partnering
accountability for supported markets, this role will work on reward programs
and projects that cut across multiple business units and countries. This
complexity, combined with a large group of stakeholders at all levels of
seniority, means the ability to build great relationships, manage competing
priorities, and to understand how to get things done in a matrix organization.
The role takes a lead in building an appreciation and
understanding of the Diageo Reward proposition for HR, People Manager and
employees. With unionized populations in the organization, the role holder will
lead on both the reward strategy and priorities for this group, alongside the
strategy for the non-unionized population.
About the role:
The purpose of the role is to ensure the effective
implementation of the Company’s reward & recognition programs. The role
does this by partnering with stakeholders across the business, key amongst them
being HR Directors, HR Business Partners, Talent Engagement and People Managers
to deliver elements of our Total Reward agenda. Alongside leading on priorities
for Diageo in supported markets, the role holder will also be involved in
broader Africa and Global reward projects and activities with focus on East
Africa.
Dimensions:
Financial
No financial accountability. However, the role tracks the
local EABL reward set aside for any financial year.
Market Complexity
EABL operates in the East African context with different
employment, taxation and retirement laws and regulations in each of the
countries.
EABL has 4 distinct leadership teams that drive decisions at
group and local business unit level: EABL, Kenya Breweries Ltd, Uganda
Breweries Ltd and Serengeti Breweries Ltd Executive Teams.
In addition, Kenya is a hub for several Regions (Africa) and
Global functions such as supply and procurement, with distinct leadership
teams.
This role reports into and is part of the Global Market
Rewards team and will work with other teams within the Global Reward function
such as Executive Reward, Global Mobility, Global Shares and Global Pensions.
Role Responsibilities:
- To
develop an annual reward communication and engagement plan in order to
build reward capability that drives employee engagement and performance.
- Deliver
expert support, guidance and recommendations across Total Reward
areas-Including but not limited to benchmarking, salary management, job
evaluation, merit budget planning, sales compensation, total reward
communication, employee benefit management and annual reward cycle.
- Provide
analytical insight with commercial focus to drive ongoing and new
compensation and benefits programs. Participates in the design and
development of new programs, policies, and principles in line with the
global reward priorities.
- Provide
benchmarking and analytical insights critical to support the markets with
the Union CBA Negotiations.
- To act
as the key point of contact of our insured benefits 3rd party providers,
ensuring effective delivery of services as per Service Level Agreements
and in line with the global reward standards.
- Provide
support on the company Employee Share Ownership schemes and Retirement
Benefit Schemes.
- To be
the custodian for all local reward policies, contracts &
documentation.
- To be
the first point of contact for HR Business Partners, Talent Engagement and
employees for business-as-usual queries, including policy interpretation.
- To
provide inputs to the finance teams for people cost planning in line with
the business planning cycle. In addition to this is to develop and
implement the annual EABL local reward budget.
Qualifications required:
- A
university under-graduate degree in business or social sciences.
- A post
graduate HR diploma or relevant HR professional qualification is an added
advantage.
- A
professional accounting or finance qualification is an added advantage.
Skills required:
- Excellent
analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to work with
complex data, draw insights and recommendations from it.
- Ability
to bring these insights and recommendations to life for a broad range of
stakeholders in an engaging and easy to understand manner.
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills to deliver impactful
communications materials and achieve clarity and understanding of Reward
with varied audiences.
- Can
work well under pressure and autonomously.
- Inter-personal
relationships skills; Ability to build strong and effective relationships
with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Planning,
prioritization & organisation skills.
Experience required:
At least 5 years proven experience in:
- A
related field such as payroll management, benefits management or HR shared
service operations and management.
- Aspects
of total rewards management such as benchmarking, job analysis &
evaluation, variable pay design, special incentives & recognition,
reward communication, benefits design, strategy & administration,
salary structure development and salary reviews.
- Proven
commercial experience and Business Acumen
- Project
and Change management.
Flexible Working Statement:
Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what
flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and
balance your priorities from day one.
Diversity statement:
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And
creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can
belong, is a crucial part of this.
We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This
means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you.
You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that
celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual
orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and
more.
Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer
products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we
take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the
next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for
you.
If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure
that you capture this information when you submit your application.
Business Development Manager, Reserve Outlets at Diageo
Job Description :
Job Title: Business Development Manager, Reserve
Outlets
Level: Mid-Level Management
Reports To: Head of Premium Spirits Kenya
About us
East African Breweries PLC (EABL) is East Africa’s leading
branded alcohol beverage business with an outstanding collection of brands that
range from beer, spirits, and adult non-alcoholic drinks (ANADs) reaffirming
our standing as a total adult beverage (TAB) company. And our success is thanks
to the strength of our people, in every role. It’s why we trust them with our
legacy. And it’s why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that
they deserve.
Sales
Our Sales team love establishing relationships, connecting
with customers to sell our much-loved brands in new and vibrant markets where
they can thrive. They help sell 6.5 billion litres of our iconic brands across
180 countries every year.
We’re operating across different markets, channels, and
areas of expertise. Using consumer insight and digital platforms, we reach new
customers, markets, and celebrations to help us achieve our growth potential.
We’ll support you every step of your Sales career, as you work with people with
diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives to realize your fullest
potential.
Context/Scope
EABL operates within a multi-cultural, multinational,
multi-currency environment. EABL comprises four business units: KBL, EAML and
UBL. KBL is further categorized into Demand and Supply. The Supply business is
involved in production of beer and spirits. The Demand business is involved in
marketing and selling the product to consumers.
This role is located within the Demand Sales business. The
Business Development Manager role will be critical to the overall KBL short,
medium- & long-term strategy in developing and driving our Premiumization
agenda and operational excellence within strategic retail outlets and
distributors.
The job holder works closely with the Area Business
Development Managers, Reserve Account Managers (RAM), Business Development
Managers (Key Strategic Outlets) BDM (KSOs), Head of Premium Spirits,
Commercial Performance Manager (Nairobi), Divisional Sales Managers, Shopper
Managers
Dimensions
Financial:
Management of the Sales teams and sales tools to assure
return on EABL’s investment through volume and NSV growth.
Market Complexity:
KBL demand has 96% volume share of beer market and 69%
volume share for Spirits. KBL demand is the No.1 FMCG Company in Kenya and also
markets UDV brands. KBL operates in a very competitive environment that has
seen the entrant of new players in the total alcohol category. This
necessitates the need for pro-active business approach. The national
distribution structure within the Kenyan alcohol market is key to KBL delivery
of both volume growth and market share.
Market situation is changing rapidly due to the economic
situation, declining disposable incomes, County Government legislation on
Alcohol and opening up of the economic trading blocs allowing in flow of
products from other markets. Consumers are becoming more sophisticated in the
choice of drinks offered in the market. This requires proactive selling to
increase company market share and value share. Trade is evolving and being more
sophisticated especially at retail level.
Purpose of Role
To ensure that the Divisional Strategic accounts are
supported with Robust partnerships, Routines and processes are understood, that
outlets and teams are trained to use the systems and that business processes
and working practices across the division and distributorships are in line with
Diageo Way of World-Class Selling and Code of Business Conduct.
Role Responsibilities
- Identifying
prospective opportunities at omni channel (On-trade, Off-trade and
E-commerce) for customers and consumers.
- Develop
and implement Strategic and innovative Ideas to help Outsmart and
Outperform competition in the segment.
- Lead
implementation and brilliant execution of all cycle plans activation Plans
by guiding the Premium Trade Executives
- Trade
development: Develop all accounts within scope.
- Develop
and maintain an in depth understanding of the Channel and ensure all plans
are aligned to the current trends to help meet the diverse and changing
consumer/shopper needs.
- Ensure
all Plans and new opportunities meet the financial requirements and
healthy ROI
- Cross
Functional Engagement with various stakeholders (Brand Marketing, Customer
marketing, Reserve team, Finance team, Area Business Development managers
and Brand Protection teams) to help foster growth of Diageo brands.
- Project
Management: Develop and handle all Joined up Customer Plans (JUCPs)
between Diageo and Customers to ensure they deliver a win-win-win for
Diageo, Customer and Consumers. Ensure Alignment with various
stakeholders.
- People
Management: To coach, guide and manage a team Reserve Account Managers and
Premium Trade Executives to deliver business ambition
- Champion
the Premium and luxury agenda across key Cross functional teams to help
deliver value and growth for Diageo.
- Supervising
consumer trends and competitor activities in the Channel to ensure Diageo
always wins.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- A
business-related degree or equivalent.
- 2
years’ experience in analytics or sales role
- Strong
attention to detail.
- Ability
to follow defined business processes.
- Ability
to manage and monitor data quality.
- Excellent
interpersonal skills including the ability to influence.
Flexible Working Statement:
Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what
flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and
balance your priorities from day one.
Diversity statement:
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And
creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can
belong, is a crucial part of this.
We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This
means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you.
You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that
celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual
orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and
more.
Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer
products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we
take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the
next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for
you.
If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure
that you capture this information when you submit your application.
Worker Type :Regular
Primary Location:KBL
Additional Locations :
Job Posting Start Date : 2025-08-15
Tax Manager at Diageo
Role Responsibilities:
Managing Risks and local Authorities
- Core
understanding of tax authority systems and processes, wide experience and
expertise in tax audit management.
- Builds
close and strong relationships with local tax authorities ensuring
relevant information is provided as required and that Diageo reaches
successful outcome on any audit settlements.
- Solid
work experience in industry and has strong capability to engage business
stakeholders, leadership in tax matters and can influence them for proper
tax outcomes
- Involved
in making accurate filings and cash payments through reviewing tax
calculations and is confident in signing off local tax returns to minimise
the risk of tax audits.
- Actively
searches for risks using internal and external data sources, monitors
predictive indicators within and outside own function. Monitors and ensure
mitigation plans are in place and uses judgement to intervene to ensure
course correction.
- Clear
strategic destination and leadership delivering optimum tax agenda for
East Africa (through strong Technical Taxation knowledge)
Strategic destination and leadership delivering optimum
Tax agenda for East Africa
- Understands
local tax and accounting legislation as well as group tax structures and
how they interact. Understands and promotes Diageo’s tax policy including
indirect taxes (in particular VAT, Customs & Excise Duties), transfer
pricing, corporate tax and the importance of intercompany
accounting. Applies commercial insight to assess feasibility of
business transactions and solutions.
- Understands
payroll taxation matter in interaction with HR department, the Employment
Tax Team and works to manage compliance challenges and tax audits.
- Understands
tax compliance processes and systems. Builds great relationships with
outsourced tax providers, Global Tax and Centre of Excellence tax &
statutory as well as underlying process teams to carry out tax
compliance.
- Can
effectively partner within Global Tax to find solutions that are optimal
for both locally and for Group.
- Collaborate
on the preparation of the annual transfer pricing documentation
coordinating with the Global Tax team to ensure consistency and annual
global compliance process deadlines are met.
Effective stakeholder management across internal and
external stakeholders (Creating value for the business through tax)
- Lead
of accurate information to the key internal and external stakeholders
which is delivered on time.
- Deeply
understands the business of the local companies
- Acts
as a valuable member of the local business community to full extent
support local commercial goals through effective tax solutions
- Proactively
searches for opportunities to save cash tax and tax cost in P/L.
- Proactive
participation in implementation of Global Tax Strategy Team initiatives
and transfer pricing policies; embedding simpler, faster, better reporting
Qualifications/ Knowledge / Experience Required
Qualifications
- University
/ College Degree in finance/business/law
- Financial
and Management Accounting & Reporting processes
- Detailed
knowledge of the tax legislation of Kenya
Work experience
- 4+ years corporate tax experience in industry and/or public accounting.
- Accounting
background with strong analytical skills
- Professional
accountancy qualification Internal / external audit experience and/or SOX
- Risk
assessment
- Experience
with Shared services process activities
- Business
experience and understanding
- Stakeholder
management
- Strong
compliance and reporting background.
- Ability
to review financial data and interpret for tax reporting
- Ability
to work independently, organize, and prioritize workload effectively all
while being able to work within a strong team oriented environment
- Ability
to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritize
- Team
worker with ability to coach and motivate team