Job Purpose

The Finance Manager Wholesale is responsible for leading the full finance function of the wholesale business acting as a strategic partner to the CFO and operational leadership. The role oversees financial performance planning and governance across wholesale operations including consumer OTR (Off-the-Road) and commercial segments as well as logistics supply chain demand planning import management as well as Manufacturing finance.

This position plays a critical role in driving profitability operational efficiency and disciplined financial management across a complex multi-channel distribution and services environment.

Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Strategy

Partner with the CFO to define and execute financial strategy for the Wholesale Tire business.

Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making across all business units.

Lead budgeting forecasting and long-term planning processes.

Drive financial performance including revenue growth margin improvement and cost optimization.

Business Partnering

Act as a trusted advisor to commercial supply chain and operational leaders.

Support pricing strategies customer profitability analysis and commercial decision-making across:

o Consumer sales

o OTR sales

o Commercial sales

Evaluate business cases investments and strategic initiatives.

Wholesale & Commercial Finance Oversight

Oversee financial management of the wholesale distribution business.

Monitor sales performance margins rebates and working capital.

Ensure robust financial controls across sales channels and customer segments.

Logistics & Supply Chain Finance

Provide financial oversight of logistics and supply chain operations.

Drive cost efficiency in warehousing distribution and transportation.

Monitor and optimize inventory levels stock turns and obsolescence.

Support supply chain transformation and efficiency initiatives.

Demand Planning & Inventory Management

Partner with demand planning teams to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment with financial plans.

Oversee inventory investment strategies to balance availability and working capital efficiency.

Analyze demand trends and their financial implications.

. Import & Procurement Financial Management

Manage financial aspects of import operations including FX exposure duties and landed cost calculations.

Ensure cost transparency and optimization in procurement and sourcing.

Monitor supplier terms pricing structures and cost drivers.

Manufacturing Finance

Provide financial oversight of manufacturing operations including cost accounting standard costing and variance analysis.

Partner with operations to drive production efficiency yield improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

Monitor plant performance capacity utilization and capital expenditure.

Support make-vs-buy decisions and manufacturing strategy and CAPEX/ROI.

Financial Reporting & Controls

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with group standards.

Maintain strong internal controls compliance and governance frameworks.

Oversee audit processes and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Drive strong cash flow performance through effective working capital management.

Optimize receivables payables and inventory cycles.

Monitor liquidity and funding requirements.

Team Leadership

Lead develop and mentor the finance team.

Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Ensure appropriate structure and capability within the finance function.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education Master other certification:

Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualification.

812 years of progressive finance experience including senior leadership roles.

Strong experience in wholesale distribution or supply chain-intensive industries.

Proven experience in business partnering with commercial and operational teams.

Experience in mining services logistics or industrial sectors is advantageous.

Experience in Manufacturing operations and finance

MBA from an accredited business school (EQUIS accredited is a benefit)

Experience in a fast-paced matrix and multinational environment

Expertise in ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and financial reporting tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel PowerPoint Word)

Ability to translate financial information into actionable business decisions

Excellent written and verbal English (essential)

Soft/Behavioral Skills:

Strong strategic and analytical thinking

Commercial acumen and business insight

Leadership and people management capability

Advanced financial modelling and data analysis

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

High level of integrity and attention to detail

Ability to operate in a fast-paced complex environment