Full Time
Nairobi, Kenya
Posted 5 months ago

Coca-Cola Company

Analyst, Franchise Operations – Kenya – The Coca-Cola Company

Position: Analyst, Franchise Operations
Company: The Coca-Cola Company
Location: Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Senior Director, Franchise Operations
Application Deadline: October 23, 2024

Introduction

Are you passionate about driving business growth through strategic market analysis? The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a dynamic and analytical Analyst, Franchise Operations to join our team in Kenya. As a leading global beverage company, Coca-Cola provides a unique opportunity for professionals to shape the future of the industry by implementing cutting-edge market analytics and operational strategies.

In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of market analytics solutions that drive business growth. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and bottling partners to ensure that strategic initiatives align with business objectives, using data-driven insights to identify opportunities for expansion and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

As the Analyst, Franchise Operations, you will be responsible for:

1. Strategic Leadership and Insight Generation

Providing thought leadership and developing fact-based insights to guide business strategies. You will identify and execute optimal growth paths by analyzing business drivers, current realities, and future trends.
Assessing the competitive landscape, internal capabilities, and external market factors that impact Coca-Cola’s business.
Leading the strategy definition for super and hyper channel development, ensuring the balance between Coca-Cola’s served channels and emerging market opportunities.

2. Collaboration and Cross-Functional Integration

Working closely with bottling partners to drive the execution of market segmentation strategies. Your role will be critical in ensuring in-market initiatives are properly activated and provide measurable business growth.
Collaborating with the strategy and insights team to link consumer insights with market segmentation, ensuring efforts are optimized for maximum impact.
Developing an understanding of customer business models, identifying new ways to deliver unparalleled value creation.

3. Channel and Customer Strategy Development

Building and implementing a long-term super and hyper channel strategy that is aligned with Coca-Cola’s long-term growth objectives.
Developing and refining an investment plan for these channels, incorporating financial analysis, break-even points, and ROI estimations.
Working with cross-functional teams to develop revenue mapping strategies and to identify and target key profit pools in the market.

4. Revenue Growth Management (RGM) and Execution

Leading the Revenue Growth Management (RGM) process in collaboration with key stakeholders. This includes optimizing Coca-Cola’s volume/revenue mix by brand and pack, identifying new opportunities for revenue growth, and ensuring that sales initiatives are fully aligned with market realities.
Leading the execution of specific incidence and frequency driving programs to increase market penetration and customer engagement in key channels.

5. Product Launches and Business Expansion

Leading the launch of region-specific products and new packages in response to market needs and business objectives. This includes developing business cases, collaborating with marketing teams, and ensuring the successful execution of innovation projects at the national level.
Ensuring all programs are designed to maximize customer satisfaction and business efficiency, using a data-driven approach to measure success.

Qualifications and Skills

To succeed as an Analyst, Franchise Operations at Coca-Cola, you will need to meet the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in marketing, product marketing, or related fields.
Demonstrated experience in working within cross-functional teams or highly matrixed organizations.
Experience in shaping and leading growth and marketing strategies for global product lines.

Preferred Skills:

Deep marketing expertise, including market and customer insights, segmentation, product commercialization, and branding.
Proven ability to deliver results through leadership and strategic growth behaviors.
Strong proficiency in business analysis tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Google Analytics, and Microsoft Excel.
High proficiency in developing KPI frameworks and translating data into actionable insights.

Company Culture and Values

At The Coca-Cola Company, we believe in fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. Our employees are encouraged to take initiative, bring forward new ideas, and work cross-functionally to make a global impact. As a member of our team, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and innovation.

We are committed to supporting the professional growth of our employees and provide opportunities for learning, leadership, and career advancement. Our company’s core values include a commitment to sustainability, integrity, and putting our customers and employees first.

Why Join Us?

Joining The Coca-Cola Company means becoming part of one of the world’s most recognizable brands. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of our business and be a key contributor to the continued success of Coca-Cola in Kenya.

Our team members are provided with opportunities for personal growth, global exposure, and the chance to work on transformational projects. You will collaborate with colleagues across functions and geographies, gaining experience in diverse business environments.

Apply Now for Analyst, Franchise Operations

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving business growth through data-driven analysis, we encourage you to apply for the Analyst, Franchise Operations position at Coca-Cola. Click the “Apply Now” button below to submit your application and join our dynamic team in Kenya.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Coca-Cola Company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We strive to attract and retain the best talent from all backgrounds and foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

To apply for this job please visit careers.coca-colacompany.com.