MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Provides management advisory and assistance to Business Units, and assists in the implementation of corporate planning and business development plans and projects of SGS Holdings, Inc.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Management Advisory:
- Actively support Business Unit Companies in formulating plans, policies and guidelines including their Annual Business Plan and Budget.
- Provide business and technical advisory to the Business Unit President and Business Unit Division/Department Managers, ensuring the attainment of Unit Company goals and objectives as embodied in the Annual Business Plan and Budget. These include:
- Achievement of sales, gross profit, Net Income After Tax (NIAT) budgets; Accounts Receivables within credit limit & terms, merchandise inventory within the prescribed limit.
- Performing appropriate assessment, analysis, enforcement and preparation of Unit projects, as requested by Management.
- Keeping watch on changing trends of the market, to enhance and develop the products, services and processes of the Business Unit.
- Performing research and recommending changes in strategies and tactics to improve business operations.
- To assist the Business Unit in complying with Hexagon Group of Companies policies and guidelines. These include:
- Interacting with the Business Unit’s Leadership Teams in the form of emails, chats, calls, and meetings or conferences.
- Monitoring operational activities and effectiveness of results, and prepares reports as appropriate (e.g. Monthly Sales Monitoring, Action Plan Monitoring, etc.).
Corporate Planning & Business Development Projects:
- Strategic Growth Initiatives: Support in the research, evaluation, and execution of new business opportunities, including market entry, product expansion, and strategic partnerships, to fuel company growth.
- Long-Term Planning & Analysis: Support the development and ongoing monitoring of the company’s strategic plan, involving market trend analysis, competitive intelligence, and financial modeling to inform key decisions.
- Project Leadership & Execution: Manage assigned corporate planning & business development projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring objectives are met on time and within scope.
- Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track the progress and success of strategic initiatives and projects, providing insightful reports and recommendations to senior leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of a Bachelor’s/College degree in any business course
- 3-5 years experience in business development and corporate planning.
- An understanding of financial management and wider management principles and techniques.
- Presentation skills with an appreciation of the demands of conflicting interests and of meeting statutory requirements.
- Conducting Market Research; Feasibility Plan/Studies
- Amenable to travel if needed