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Role purpose/Business Unit:

 

This role is to support the commercial execution of the key strategic priorities in the VFS portfolio. The Commercial Lead focuses on activities that provide high quality commercial and analytical insights that are actionable to the commercial function. Leads, manages and develop a team and framework to support the Vodacom Financial and Digital services group in the performance of product and business commercial functions as well as strategic projects which may include items such as end to end product reviews, product development, operations efficiency, contract reviews, distribution optimisation among other functions.

Your responsibilities will include:

 

Evaluation of contracting commercials on new engagements and contract renewals on existing engagementsProduct performance and insights – marketing ROIs, engagement tracking, IBRO implementation including reporting and monitoring & recommendation of key actionable insightsStrategy execution, performance monitoring and optimisation including accountability to facilitate commercial actions across the portfolio via focused deep dives across VFS The role will work closely with Data and Analytics and the Web analytics team enabling the right level of reporting is in place that drives actionable insights.Business Improvement function across VFSAccountability on preparing, prioritising of features & products in line with strategy under the PI Planning Review, analyse and evaluate success of initiatives against key KPIs including preparation and delivery of executive committee presentationsPerform competitor analysis across the product portfolioDeliver on rolling forecasts on product level working closely with Finance The ideal candidate for this role will have:

 

Must have technical / professional qualifications: 

Bachelor’s or Honours degree in business, commerce, economics, statistics, finance

 

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

8+ years of experience in business and/or product development rolesExperience engaging and influencing C-level executives Strong commercial acumen with the ability to draw insights from financial and operational data to drive business objectivesStrong Excel skills essential, SQL skills would be beneficialHighly resourceful and flexible fast learner 

We make an impact by offering:

Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packagesRetirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefitsCell phone and data benefits, advantages fiber connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 11 February 2025

 

The base location for this role is, Vodacom Midrand Office

 

The Company s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.