Global Commercial Finance Lead (Finance)
Job Level:
Technical Leadership-T3
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategicGlobal Commercial Finance Leadto join our Global Snacking Supply FP&A team. This role will be pivotal in driving the financial performance of +$5B in annual Primes spend, providing strategic insights, and supporting the overall business objectives of our global Commercial operations.
What are we looking for?
- The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in CPG financial business partnering across functions, preferably with Commercial.
- Strategic thought partner brings exceptional analytical skills, desire to learn Commercial, and the ability to collaborate effectively across various levels of the organization.
- Candidates need to possess a strong understanding of procurement including commodities, Productivity/Value Leadership, as well as the ability to flex perspective to recognize the impact of Commercial decisions on E2E supply chain, from global to regional, and Commercial to Finance.
What will be your key responsibilities?
- Strategic Financial Leadership: Lead the development and execution of commercial financial strategies that align with the Mars Snacking Global business objectives. Provide insights and recommendations to Mars Snacking Leadership Team to drive profitability and growth.
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee the consolidation of Primes Spend and Commercial Overheads financial forecasts, budgets, and development of long-term financial plans. Analyze financial performance against targets and provide actionable insights to deliver financial commitments. Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to support business decisions.
- Storytelling: Communicate Commercial and Financial data and insights in a way that is easily understood by various functions and all levels of the organization. Use visuals and storytelling to convey complex information.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Key member of Mars Wrigley Commercial Leadership Team (MWCLT) working closely with Regional Commercial VPs, the Commercial COE, and the Global Category Leads as well as Regional Commercial Finance.
- Team Leadership & Development: Model by example, functional business partnering, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and personal development. Encourage innovative thinking and best practices within Supply FP&A.
- Risk Management: Identify financial risks within Commercial and develop strategies to mitigate them (ex: cocoa inflation, tariffs, productivity). Ensure robust financial controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Skills:
Assessment, Compliance Management, Costing and Budgeting, Data Collection and Analysis, Data Control, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Verbal Communication
Competencies:
Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Decision Quality, Ensures Accountability, Financial Acumen, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Plans and Aligns
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.The total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offeredand the employee's work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
USD 152,142.00 - USD 209,202.00
