Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has been a leading brewer in Uganda since it began operations in 1946. Located in Port Bell – Luzira in the outskirts of Kampala, the brewery is continuously modernized and its operating capacity expanded. The plant has a total brewing capacity of 1.65m hectoliters per year. Bell Lager is the company’s flagship brand having been in the market for over 60 years. Other key Brands include Guinness, Tusker Malt, Pilsner, Senator and Ready to Serve drinks.

Develop and manage annual budgets for Beer operations
Support the preparation of financial forecasts and reports to aid decision-making for Beer operations
Analyze financial performance and variances, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the Brewing, beer packaging and supply chain processes.
Develop and implement financial metrics and KPIs to track cost efficiency.
Conduct financial risk assessments related to Beer operations.
Work closely with the make and supply chain teams to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
Support strategy execution for make by working closely with Source and planning teams
Monitor and control Make expenses to ensure budget control
Track & report Make, Margin enhancement and source Productivity initiatives for Beer operations
Report on Brand profitability for all beer SKUs and provide key insights on brand performance drivers
Partner with Operational Heads of Departments to understand current and future spend requirements and ensure delivery of operational efficiencies and cost initiatives underpinning financial forecasts.
Lead reviews of monthly performance and providing guidance and insight to drive decision making.
Understand and challenge KPIs to be able to articulate key movements in spend and to drive cost efficiencies include process end to end understanding.
Understand production processes by regular visits to the factory floor and communication with the operations teams.
Work closely with Source and Agronomy teams in strategy formulation of LRM and Key raw materials
Support the Marketing and Innovation teams with scenario analyses related to new product development in beer Lead the setting of intercompany selling prices for both finished goods and raw materials