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The IBP Manager is responsible for supporting the delivery of the Business Plan across all categories and channels, to deliver on Diageo GB's strategy and vision. The role will support the delivery & tracking of the integrated business plan to optimise resource allocation, while providing strategic direction from longer-term category & value pool forecasts grounded in deep analytical thinking.

Role Responsibilities:
* Support the full year Integrated Business Planning process from 5-year Strategy through to the AOP
* Coordinate & support the delivery of the quarterly commercial plan update.
* Bring together channel, marketing, and finance teams to deliver a well-rounded plan which is deeply rooted in insights and is in line with the GB strategy and vision.
* Define the priorities for creative development post Marketing Business Plan by bringing together marketing and commercial priorities.
* Engage key collaborators to ensure all views are considered and gain early consensus to proposed commercial building blocks.
* Partner closely with the Business Performance Managers to ensure that in-year performance is appropriately tracked against the AOP
* Responsible for the cross functional meeting cadence and governance for each stage of the IBP process.
* Embed forums and a cadence to review and propose a reallocation of resources to ensure delivery of the plan
* 7+ years of business planning and commercial experience preferred. * Integrated business planning and forecasting experience preferred. * Strong end to end commercial FMCG understanding, alongside high levels of numerical competence and attention to detail. * Exceptional ability to build and maintain genuine relationships based on mutual trust & respect. * Advanced Power BI experience and capability is a must, as well as advanced Excel skills * Experience with Anaplan is an advantage. * Ability to extract data and translate to a range of formats, depending on the needs of a variety of collaborators * Successful management of senior collaborators at all levels, resulting in strong and positive outcomes * Able to excel when dealing with ambiguity, complexity and working within a fast-paced and ambitious matrix environment. * Deep personal accountability for great performance and governance * Experience of working with and leading a team, whether directly or indirectly Flexible Working Statement: Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you're supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.