Chene Van Der Merwe
About Chene Van Der Merwe
Chene Van Der Merwe is an Associate Manager in Financial Planning and Analysis at SC Johnson with over 10 years of experience in the FMCG industry.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Chene Van Der Merwe is currently working at SC Johnson as an Associate Manager in Financial Planning and Analysis. In this role, Chene applies over a decade of experience to provide decision support to commercial and marketing teams and senior management. The position involves key tasks such as financial resource management, budgeting, cost controls, business planning, analytics, accounting, and internal controls.
Previous Experience at Distell
Before joining SC Johnson, Chene Van Der Merwe worked at Distell from 2012 to 2015 as a Business Analyst. Based in Germiston, this role allowed Chene to leverage analytical skills and provide essential business insights. These three years honed Chene's ability to support financial decisions effectively in a competitive environment.
Early Career at Fast Forward Finance
Chene Van Der Merwe's early career includes an 11-month stint in 2011 at Fast Forward Finance as a Business Analyst. Located in Germiston, this role served as a foundation for Chene's capabilities in financial analysis and business strategy, providing essential support to both finance and business development teams.
Education in Finance at University of Johannesburg
Chene Van Der Merwe studied Finance and Financial Management Services at the University of Johannesburg. Chene obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance after two years of study (2007-2009) and continued to achieve a B.Com. Honours degree in Finance in 2010 after an additional 11 months of study. This educational background has been instrumental in developing a strong foundation in financial principles and practices.
Specialization and Skills
Chene Van Der Merwe specializes in financial resource management, budgeting, cost controls, business planning, analytics, accounting, and internal controls. Known for adaptability, confidence, and the ability to evaluate complex problems with clear reasoning, Chene has built substantial expertise in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, offering over 10 years of experience in providing critical decision support to various teams.