Commercial Analyst - Rhodes, Australia - Nestle

Nestle

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Rhodes, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

**Position Snapshot

Location:
Rhodes, Sydney

Duration:
Full time, Permanent

5+ years' experience

**Position Summary
**Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment - passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

We are looking for a Commercial Analyst to join our Finance and Control team based in Rhodes.

Reporting to the Business Planning Lead, you will work collaboratively with all support functions (in particular Decision Support) to provide financial guidance and assistance to support decision making.

**A day in the life
Reporting to the Business Planning Lead, key responsibilities include but not limited to:

Analyse and challenge product portfolio to identify cost optimisation opportunities, eliminate value destroyers and maximise the return on investment from Total trade spend (TTS) and Product Fixed Marketing Expenditure (PFME) (including revised pricing structure/prices) and from the capital base.
Attend and actively participate in promotional evaluation
Provide the primary financial support and challenge in regard to the New Product Development Innovation and Renovation (Business Case Building) process.
Assist Financial Controller in strategy formulation and communication
Key player in Monthly Business Planning (MBP) process specifically organising the Monthly Gap Review (MGR).
Coordinate and participate in Market Business Strategy (MBS).
Challenge planning and allocation of financial resources is consistent and aligned with Dynamic Forecast (DF) / Market Business Strategy (MBS). Prepare supporting financial justifications.
Promote understanding of the business drivers using KPIs and comparative benchmarking across the total business.
Establish and promote clear accountabilities around target achievements and KPI delivery and performance.
Promote thorough understanding of cost structures/drivers and create visibility and coherent common cost transparency within the business.
Ensure execution of Pricing Policy / Margin is inline with Agreed Strategies.

**What will make you successful

Joining a collaborative team, you will be a strong team player with a history of delivering results in a highpressure environment. You have the demonstrated ability to adapt to fast paced changes. You will have a natural passion for data and an eye for detail.
At least 5+ years' work experience and understanding of a number of key financial areas, including Factory Accounting, Costing, Sales Finance, Distribution / Supply Chain and Decision Support.
CA/CPA qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively manage internal and external global stakeholders at all levels.
Understanding of FMCG industry; excellent Excel, SAP, Essbase, Business Intelligence tools knowledge essential.

**Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

**Benefits: You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

Varied career experiences and personalised development support
Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
Discounted Nestlé products
Competitive remuneration package
Employee Assistance Program

**Our Story

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world's largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and highperformance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000strong Oceania workforce.
You can realise your full potential at Nestlé, working among the leading teams in nutrition, health and wellness. As part of a global network, you can use your skills to influence others and make a positive impact where you own a piece of the action.
At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business.
At Nestlé, you can make a difference to millions of lives, every single day. As a large, global company that's driven by purpose, you and your team can add your piece of legacy of creating a better, healthier future.
In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.