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Commercial Finance Manager Fresh Food Trading

Michael Page Finance
Job LocationLeeds
EducationNot Mentioned
SalarySalary negotiable
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent, full-time

Job Description

This vacancy is part of the Commercial Finance Team and business partners the Food Trading function, supporting decision making as well as challenging and providing insight into all aspects of financial performance (Sales, Gross Profit, Waste, Working Capital and Cost of Goods Sold / Price Investment).Client DetailsAt Asda you will join an environment where you can be yourself and show your personality - enjoy the buzz of the atrium and the various events.Join an organisation with values at its core - Asda want to be Britains most trusted retailer through service to customers, respect for the individual, striving for excellence and acting with integrityDescriptionAbout the role:The vacancy is in the Food Trading Finance team as commercial finance support for the Fresh Food Trading teams.This is a dynamic and varied role with significant exposure to the Fresh Food Vice President and the Senior Directors they support. To be successful in role you will need to build a strong commercial understanding of the areas and to build strong relationships with the teams you are supporting.You will be responsible for stimulating strategic decision making, understanding and driving improvements in the commercial performance, supporting the relevant trading priorities and driving financial discipline and accountability for processes.Responsibility:

  • Drive delivery of the Plan together with the Senior Managers & Senior Directors of the Fresh Food categories (£6.2bn sales). Assessing risks to the plan and working with teams to formulate and deliver action plans
  • Identifying & supporting on opportunities to continue to grow sales, margin & cash performance including influencing decisions around pricing strategies and range
  • Taking the lead on all projects which are relevant to this area, including influencing the future roll out of counters and partnerships
  • Own the consolidated reporting & forecasting for Fresh Food, providing tailored insight for and leading the monthly reviews with the Leadership Team.
  • Financial control of forecasting and planning process as well as ensuring there are no surprises during month end cycles
  • Support the finance transformation programme and central programme to improve analytics in trading (Digital Trader). Support the development and rollout of new analytics to support ranging decisions (both seasonal and All Year Round), maximising supplier strategies, promotional planning and targeted price investment decisions.
  • Lead the range review and seasonal autopsy process for Fresh Food, using new analytical software to independently appraise performance, identify opportunities and agree changes pre new ranging decisions.
  • Work alongside the Snr Finance Manager in continuing the transition to full end to end profit understanding, insight & decision making.
    • ProfileKey Attributes:
  • The role would suit a qualified accountant or individuals from a strategy or analytics background, interested in working in retail.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build strong trusting relationships
  • Broad commercial awareness
  • Advanced Excel Skills
  • Inquisitive mind with a desire to understand how things work and connect together.
  • Helpful to have experience in more advanced analytical software e.g. Alteryx / Tableau /Power BI
  • The ability to provide accurate, timely information to a high quality with attention to detail within a fast-paced environment.
  • Being positive and proactive in trying to find more efficient ways to do things
  • Confident and pro-active with the ability to challenge senior stakeholders and an ability to influence at senior levels.
  • A growth mind set to invest in the development opportunities available both technically and personally
    • Job OfferYou will receive an excellent benefits package, which includes company car / car allowance, private medical, colleague discount off your shopping, share save scheme, competitive pension and discount off selected gyms.Every eligible colleague is also part of the Asda bonus scheme. The development opportunities are endless and youll be supported every step of the way. Required skills
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