Job - Africa Innovation Business Planner

Job title: Africa Innovation Business Planner

Job type: Fixed term contract to 1 December 2026

Location: 1 HQ, London

Closing Date: 21 April 2026

About us

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to Smirnoff and Don Julio, we create brands consumers love. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate and innovate.

Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.

Join us to create a career worth celebrating.

About the Function

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.

Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We’re committed to realising our ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we’ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.

About the Role

As Africa Innovation Business Planner, you will play a key role in delivering innovation and renovation projects across Africa. You’ll lead the supply chain elements of new product launches, ensuring they are delivered on time while managing risks and driving continuous improvement in planning processes.

You will also lead portfolio optimisation initiatives, working closely with global and market teams to identify opportunities and shape a more efficient and effective product portfolio.

Role responsibilities include

• Lead end-to-end supply chain delivery for innovation and renovation projects

• Identify, manage and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure successful launches

• Track project readiness and post-launch performance

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including demand planning, marketing and customer service

• Drive improvements in demand, supply and materials planning processes

• Lead portfolio simplification and optimisation initiatives

• Coordinate and deliver portfolio segmentation review cycles with regional and market teams

This is a high-impact role offering strong visibility, global collaboration and the opportunity to shape innovation across a dynamic region.

Experience / skills required

• Experience across end-to-end supply chain planning (demand, supply and logistics)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and markets

• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal

• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

• Experience with planning systems such as SAP, APO or OMP

Working with us

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.

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. Creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and able to belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. You’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Join us and help build a culture that values different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.

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