Erwan Conan Email & Phone Number

Nairobi County, Kenya

CFAO Mobility is a key player in Kenya's automotive industry, offering a full spectrum of services from vehicle assembly to sales, maintenance, financing, and trading of used vehicles. Their portfolio includes top brands like Toyota, Suzuki, Volkswagen, Mercedes (both passenger cars and trucks), Yamaha, Hino, Hyundai, and Sinotruk. CFAO Mobility generates around €200 million in annual revenue. They are known for their comprehensive approach and wide-ranging expertise, contributing significantly to the dynamic and competitive landscape of Kenya's automotive sector. I coordinate the financial departments of the other automotive firms in the CFAO group in addition to my work as Chief Finance Officer of CFAO Mobility in Kenya.Among other things, I am responsible for developing synergies, establishing uniform financial policies and procedures across the group of firms.#Toyota #VW #Suzuki #Sinotruk #Mercedes #Hino #Kenya #CFAOMobility #Mobility

MIPA is an innovative industrial company leveraging the Multi-Purpose Factory principle to operate in the plastics, cosmetics, and food industries, with production and distribution partnerships with renowned global brands like BIC, L’Oréal, and Capri-Sun.Over the course of two years, I computerized the entire purchasing process (from request to payment), established a standardized production cost calculation (integrating all production expenses), reorganized the finance team to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, and significantly reduced costs by lowering the expenses of several inputs, particularly packaging. #Industry, #loreal, #BIC, #Caprisun, #FMCG

Abidjan, Ci

Greenfield investment established in 2015 as a joint venture between CFAO and Heineken, dedicated to producing premium beer in Ivory Coast with a substantial investment of €150 million.Worked with multiple teams to construct a state-of-the-art brewery. Successfully established the company by navigating legal requirements and spearheading negotiations on the funding. Key achievements include:- Negotiated and secured significant government benefits, including 2 hectares of land for the brewery, a 5-year tax holiday, and a 70% reduction in customs duties for imports.- Developed the IT infrastructure and implemented a comprehensive end-to-end business ERP system covering all aspects: purchasing, invoicing, reporting, treasury.- Negotiated the largest long-term loan (€85 million) ever granted by a single bank in Ivory Coast to fund our project, along with short-term facilities for working capital (€30 million).- Recruited, on-boarded, and trained a team of 35 professionals within six months, ensuring a highly skilled finance team.- Managed five tax audits within one year, maintaining compliance and minimizing financial risks.- As a member of the Management team, achieved an impressive 25% market share within the first year of operations.#FMCG, #Brewery, #WestAfrica, #Industry, #CFO, #Heineken #CFAO

Ke

DT Dobie, established in 1949, was a leading automotive dealer in Kenya, representing prestigious brands such as Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, and Jeep across six branches in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, and Kisumu. A pivotal event during my tenure was the acquisition of CFAO by Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC), which led to the termination of contracts by several manufacturers. following this significant change, we refocused our strategy on trucks and forged new partnerships for personal vehicles to sustain and grow our market presence. I achieved the following:- Working with the managing director, I developed a business plan for taking over the Volkswagen operations following the loss of the Nissan franchise, including local assembly of selected models.- Improved service efficiency and customer satisfaction by overseeing the opening of new truck maintenance facilities on the key Mombasa-Nairobi highway.- Negotiated short-term bank facilities worth €10 million, achieving a 30% reduction in interest rates, thereby optimizing our financial structure.- Streamline the organization by merging the databases of two branches into a unified system, enhancing management efficiency, stock control, and margin management.

Compagnie Marseillaise de Madagascar – Over a 13 year period, CMM business migrated from multi-activity operation (cash-and-carry, gas distribution, car dealer, FMCG distribution, technology) to ONE core business with a focus on the automotive sector. Company turnover grew from €60m to €150m.I worked closely with all departments in order to strengthen internal control, business analysis and treasury. I supported the general management in the reorganization of the business around the automotive industry.• Together with an external advisor, I separated two peripheral activities (photocopier maintenance & FMCG distribution) from the core activity by creating a subsidiary which was successfully sold. This reorganization took place in one year.• Reduced the customer’s payment deadline by more than 20 days. In each showroom, I deployed a team in charge of customer accounting. • Implemented cash management software to optimize cost analysis and financial flow.• Worked on a merger and acquisition transaction of the Yamaha dealer in La Reunion• I was part of the team who bought the Citroen franchise in La Réunion and streamlined the full organization. I directly managed the IT change, training of the new financial team and the negotiation of the facilities. I set-up a share back office between CMM and the new Citroen entity.Toyota, TTC, Ford, Volvo, Lexus, Citroën, Yamaha, Car Dealership

I had the opportunity to manage the after-sales service whilst continuing my position as financial manager: • Created and energised committees which included the sales and brand managers. Under my management this committee had the following goals: o Deciding upon the company's commercial policy in Services, amongst which the validation of price policy and marketing campaigns o Set monthly and annual targets o Made decisions around site problems • Managed the distribution of parts to professionals (team of 7 salesmen). • Implemented the manufacturer's aftersales programs (Toyota and Ford)#Aftersales #Toyota #Ford #spareparts

I held the post of chief accountant with the following mission: • Managed the company’s accounts department producing all the necessary reports and statements• Established tax returns (Value Added Tax, etc)• Participated in budget preparationThe CMM’s reorganization allowed me to:• Participate in the sale of two company activities.• Assisted the general management within the framework of repurchasing the dealer Ford (Ets Barbot) and its merger with CMM: integration of the accounting teams and implementation of homogeneous procedures for the new structure.

London, Gb

CMMUDV is a joint venture between CFAO and Diageo, the world's largest alcohol and spirits company, focused on the distribution of Diageo's portfolio brands in La Réunion.My main responsibilities and achievements were- Submitted monthly reports to both shareholders, ensuring accurate and timely financial updates.- Developed and implemented robust policies and procedures for tracking marketing spend.- Enforced Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, including follow-up on non-compliance and remediation.- Worked with accounting and finance teams in London to develop cubic analysis by brand and channel to improve budgeting and performance tracking.#FMCG, #Alcool, #distribution, #Joint-Venture

Transinvest is a Hungarian subsidiary of the Colas Construction Group, specializing in road construction and infrastructure projects.My main responsibilities:- Supervising the accounting team and financial reporting: Managed an accounting team, ensuring accurate and efficient financial reporting. Oversaw the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.- Legal Case Management: Monitored and managed legal cases, working with legal counsel to ensure compliance with local regulations and mitigate legal risks.- Cash Management: Oversaw the company's cash flow, ensuring optimal liquidity and efficient use of financial resources.

Sainte-Clotilde, Ile De La Réunion, Fr

HDM is one of the leading audit and accounting firms affiliated to KPMG in La Réunion.In my first role, I had the opportunity to audit a wide range of entities including airlines, parastatals, industrial companies and FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) companies. I also managed the accounts of smaller organizations.#Auditor #AuditFirm

Saint-Denis Messag Cedex 09, Fr

Lecturer of computer sciences to 2nd year law students

Intec, Comptabilité

Dess, Téléinformatique

Miage, Gestion & Informatique

Deug, Economie