Job Description :

Manager, AUS Data & Analytics

Market Complexity:

Australia is a reasonably sophisticated market with two main route to market channels:

National AccountsIndependents

The Independent’s channel is influenced at three levels: (1) through National Independent Customer Groups at a National level, (2) through state-based buying groups and (3) at individual outlets

Purpose of Role:

To lead Diageo Australia through change both, from a process and capability perspective with the view to setting the business up for outstanding use of data and analytics in the future.To ensure Diageo Australia’s data and reports are accurate and well adopted by the Sales, Marketing and Finance teams.To review our current processes with a view of simplifying, automating the activities.  Drive accountability with the sales & marketing teams to ensure accurate inputs and process adherence.

Key Responsibilities:

Data, Analytics and Reporting:Development and maintenance of sales analytics dashboards and reports to provide insights into sales performance, trends, and areas for improvement.Customer segmentation, identifying opportunities and targeting using advanced analytics and providing actionable recommendations to sales leadership.Provide analytical support for sales planning, forecasting, and territory management to optimize sales performance and drive revenue growth.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data requirements and ensure alignment on reporting metrics and KPIs.Supporting the business in the transition of its data into an enterprise data warehouse.Problem solving/Troubleshooting/RCA related to data, reports, processes and toolsSales Operations & Strategy Support:Partner with sales leadership to develop and implement sales strategies, initiatives & processes aligned with business objectives.Find opportunities for process optimization and automation to drive productivity and efficiency.Customer Engagement:Lead and handle sales operations and analytics projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.Collaborate with partners across the organization, including sales, marketing, finance, and IT, to gather requirements and drive cross-functional initiatives.Problem solving/Troubleshooting across data, reports,  processes and tools

Qualifications and Experience Required:

Engineering or Finance graduate plus  MBA from reputed institutes is preferable.8-10 years of tried experience in sales operations, sales analytics, or related roles, with demonstrated leadership experience.Strong business partnering skills with desire to make a difference beyond the own team and function.Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.Strong commercial drive and commercial curiosityAbility to operate in a fast paced environment and deal with ambiguityStrong at problem-solving, planning and organizing, highly detail consciousQuick learner who exhibits resiliency and tenacity in the face of challengesCan build powerful relationships and work collaboratively within a team and with a variety of partners across Sales, Marketing, Finance & IT teams, both on and offshoreDemonstrates excellent communication skills both written and verbalUnderstanding of drivers of performance within FMCG or Retail – Volume, Price, Mix and Distribution and Rate of Sale (preferred)

Barriers to Success in Role:

Lack of insight and commercial instinctPoor engagement / communication skills in dealing with partnersLow resilience and inability to operate in a fast paced environmentInability to work across cultures / geographies

Flexible Working Options:

Based in DBSI office, BangaloreFlexible based on market requirementsWorking hours: AU timings, early morning shifts

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Bangalore Karle Town SEZ

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2024-05-02