FP&A Manager Commercial

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General Description of the Role

Reporting to the Snr. Finance Director, the FP&A Manager - Commercial will manage the Commercial function by working closely with the Sales organization to track and evaluate the effectiveness of pricing, deferred discounts, commercial A&P spending while gaining a greater understanding of variance drivers, with a focus on driving improved profitability. The FP&A Manager - Commercial will educate the sales teams on the benefits of focusing on profitability value over volume. The position will support the customer-based Sales Teams with competitor and customer analytics, focusing on issues and opportunities in the markets. The function also provides commentary, analytics and integrates data on a regional basis as needed to support business decision making, key initiatives and the overall Budget, Planning and Forecasting processes. The position will work cross functionally to design and develop the commercial finance function, resources, processes and procedures, tools and ways of working to implement and leverage this function throughout JWN. J Wray & Nephew is a vertically integrated operation including the production and procurement of raw materials, the manufacture, distillation, blending and bottling of a range of spirits and the marketing, sales and distribution of the company’s and other non-owned brands. The mission of the position is to provide high quality and timely support to the Sales and Marketing team by serving as an internal strategic financial consultant providing objective and informed financial advice and decision support, that positively impact operational and financial outcomes.

Performance Criteria

The job has been successfully performed when:

• Proactive and effective support is provided to the Snr Finance Director in preparing, delivering and reviewing business plans and budgets and analyzing and reporting on financial performance.

• Economic and financial analyses is undertaken; sound and timely advice and recommendations provided to inform decision-making.

• Variances are analyzed, root causes identified and appropriate corrective action recommended/taken.

• Opportunities for future improvement are identified and recommendations made to rectify under performance.

• Financial advice and opinions positively impact performance outcomes.

• Strong partner relationships are developed and maintained that facilitates delivery of services and adds value to the business sector.

• Reports are accurate and are prepared and submitted in accordance with Group Controlling guidelines.

• Continued professional development opportunities are identified and engaged in

Overview of Role Responsibilities

• Research, analyze and monitor Market depletion and size mix trends, financial rate per case trends and variances to prior year and budget on a monthly basis in order to identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to management to improve mix and profitability.

• Prepare market specific analysis and recommendations in support of improved profitability, utilizing competitive industry information.

• Consolidate and submit market and regional data as required to support the company Budget Planning and forecasting processes. Process Implementation

• Design and develop processes and procedures, tools, resources and ways of working to implement and lead the Commercial Finance function for JWN. Analytical Support

• Provide analytic support to the Commercial Management Team (Domestic and partnership markets) and field sales to maximize profitable sales and assess the efficiency and effectiveness of deferred discount programs from design to execution; ensure programs are consistent with overall brand pricing strategy and budget allocation.

• Provide analytic support to determine the feasibility, financial return on investment, estimated spend and forecasted goals (target KPI's) for Market Commercial A&P programs.

• Supports the Commercial Management Team (Domestic and partnership markets) under the direction of the Snr Finance Director, during the budgeting and revised budgeting process in order to build Market Commercial A&P budget proposals / inputs, ensuring the outcomes are consistent with the overall financial goals of the company.

Experience Requirements

• BA in Finance, Accounting or Business-related field is required. MBA is preferred. Experience

• 5-7 years business experience in accounting / finance.

• Previous experience working with Consumer-Packaged Goods or Alcoholic Beverage industry preferred.

• Previous supervisory/managerial experience is preferred.

• At least two years of experience in a senior level analyst role.

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