Finance Business Partner – Supply Chain Job at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Finance Business Partner – Supply Chain to join the team. 
• The role provides financial advice and support to non-financial managers within Supply Chain scope. Act as strategic advisors that provide wide support regarding all aspects of the business.
• Works closely with management to help them make informed decisions about finances relating to their business activities.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years’ experience in a similar role

Advantage:

• Certifications in Accounting and Financial
• Experience in financial analysis and management or within Supply Chain. Experience with complex GL/reporting systems

Job Specification…

Financial Business Advisory

• Provide financial advice to senior management to support business planning and decision-making processes.
• Support the Head of Operations in challenging and improving financial performance.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s objectives.
• Work cross-functionally to streamline operations and strengthen financial decision-making.

Financial Insights and Analysis

• Analyze and interpret data to help Supply Chain allocate resources efficiently.
• Conduct trend and variances analysis to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to senior management, highlighting key insights and recommendations.
• Provide actionable insights to help Supply Chain achieve goals.
• Provide forward-looking insights through budgets, forecasts, and projections with clear business impact.

Review Financial Statement

• Ensure inputs into financial statements are accurate, compliant and relatable to operations
• Identify areas for improvement and make recommendations to management.
• Drive governance, audit readiness, and process improvement initiatives.

Financial Modelling

• Build complex financial models to simulate different scenarios and predict financial trends. Use of these models to forecast expenses, and cash flow.
• Validate and improve the quality and accuracy of the management data being produced.
• Assist in the production of the annual budgets and forecasts using established tools like ZBB.
• Continuously enhance financial processes, models, and systems

General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies

Essential:

• Knowledge: Strong Supply Chain processes and financial controls knowledge. Strong financial analysis and modelling skills. Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
• Cognitive Skills: Proactively identifying challenges and offering practical solutions to drive business performance.
• Business Acumen: Seeing the bigger picture and aligning financial recommendations with overall business goals.
• Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Interpersonal Skills: Develop strong partnerships with cross-functional teams, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Quality Orientation: Attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture view. Checks work carefully to ensure accuracy and completeness before delivery
• Self-Management Skills: Plans and organizes work effectively to meet deadlines. Maintains composure and professionalism in high-pressure or uncertain situations
• Technical skills: Proficiency with financial systems and business intelligence tools i.e. advanced MS Excel, Data Analytics tools etc.

Special conditions of employment:

• Occasional travelling
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record and clear credit rating
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Closing Date 20 September 2026