Head FP&ampA

Internal - General Use
Job Title: Head FP&A
Reporting to- Group CFO
Location- Bangalore BO
Role Summary:
The role will lead financial planning performance management and business partnering across FMCG and
Industrial Manufacturing businesses. The incumbent will drive profitability cost optimization and working
capital efficiency while enabling data-driven and AI-enabled decision-making at the leadership level.
Key Responsibilities:
Planning Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead annual operating plan (AOP) rolling forecasts and long-range planning.
Build volume revenue and contribution margin forecasts (FMCG/ Manufacturing-focused).
Drive cost planning (RM cost plant overheads logistics) for manufacturing units.
Enable advanced forecasting using analytics automation and AI-based models
Performance Analysis & Margin Management
Monitor:
o Gross margin (SKU/category level in FMCG).
o Plant efficiency capacity utilization (Manufacturing).
o Cost of goods sold (COGS) distribution & logistics cost.
Conduct deep-dive variance analysis (Actual vs Budget vs LY).
Drive profitability improvement initiatives
Working Capital & Cost Optimization
Drive and optimize:
o Inventory levels (critical for FMCG).
o Receivables & payables.
Identify opportunities for cost savings in procurement manufacturing and distribution.
MIS & Leadership Reporting
Drive monthly business reviews with leadership.
Build dashboards showing:
o Sales vs target
o Margin Performance
o Cost trends
Internal - General Use
o Working capital metrics
Present insights to CFO with clear action points.
Business Finance Partnering
Act as a strategic finance partner to business heads across FMCG and Manufacturing
Provide insights on:
a) Volume growth pricing and margins
b) Cost structures and efficiency levers
Support strategic decisions including product launches pricing and investments
Process & Systems
Improve FP&A processes introduce automation and standard MIS formats.
Drive adoption of AI / machine learning / advanced analytics models in FP&A processes
Leverage GenAI tools and predictive analytics for forecasting scenario planning and insights
generation.
Work with ERP/SAP data and ensure reporting accuracy.
Drive standardization across business units.
Team Leadership
Lead FP&A team across multiple business units.
Build analytical capability and strong financial storytelling.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong understanding of FMCG business drivers (volume pricing distribution).
Knowledge of manufacturing finance (plant costing overhead absorption inventory).
Financial modelling & scenario planning.
Strong exposure to dashboards analytics AI / ML applications in finance .
Excellent presentation communication and influencing skills.
Strong stakeholder management especially with senior leadership.
Qualification & Experience
MBA Finance/ CMA - India.
15 years experience in FP&A / Business Finance.
Strong prior experience in FP&A and business partnering is critical.
Prior experience in FMCG / Manufacturing / Consumer Goods industry preferred.
Experience in handling multi-business verticals and working with sales and plant teams will be
an added advantage.