VP Commercial Finance Central Region TAWS

nnThe VP, Commercial Finance serves as a business partner to the Corporate Commercial team, RVPs, and Commercial Ops in optimizing/maximizing profit and delivering gross margin performance through effective pricing, promotions, and programming analysis.

This role is responsible for embedding standardized tools and processes within the assigned region to ensure consistency and efficiencies in performance reporting and analytics.

This role partners closely with Trade Development and supports Corporate Revenue Management objectives.nn nn Duties and Responsibilities nn Drive profit optimization and deliver gross margin performance through effective pricing, promotions, and programming analysis; identify opportunities to refine and improve pricing (deal level, shelf price, etc.) ahead of supplier requests Conduct M&E on pricing and promotional spend and implement effective strategies on regional or national level Own and improve the relationship with internal and external counterparts including effective partnership and negotiation Constantly seek and implement process improvement & standardization across the regions and build a team that embraces change Oversee the analysis of various data sources related to product/supplier financial performance, identify opportunities, and provide recommendations for areas of optimization Oversee decision support to drive achievement of volume growth while protecting value Partner with cross-functional leaders to build the annual operating plan, reconcile spends, and develop strategic pricing plans for the marketplace Support leadership in managing financial performance to ensure delivery of internal and supplier plans Participate in the development and adoption of new reporting tools as needed Lead Commercial Finance training delivery with the team to develop capabilities focused on margin enhancement inclusive of pricing and promotional spend management and effectiveness Support the consistent implementation of company initiatives; define guidelines/roadmap to drive local understanding and execution against priorities Ensure accurate and efficient distribution of commercial finance reports and other business intelligence essential to the commercial organization nnRecruit, select, orient, and train employees; conduct terminations, as needednn nn Qualifications nn nn Minimum Qualifications nn Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field of study Seven years of experience with an emphasis on commercial experience, P&L responsibility, and forecasting Experience with financial planning and pricing management in the CPG industry nn Preferred Qualifications nn Master’s Degree Three years of demonstrated supervisory experience Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive mutually beneficial outcomes while building and strengthening partnership with internal and external counterparts Proven ability to maintain composure under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the capabilities of the transaction and reporting systems including, but not limited to SAP, Business Warehouse, TM1, or other local systems Supplier and wholesaler experience a plus Knowledge of using processes, tools, and techniques for exploring, reporting, and evaluating alternative financial scenarios, and results Knowledge of finance and accounting practices, financial analysis, and reporting; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company’s business Effective communication skills to provide information and messages in a way that produces clarity and impact Strong planning and organizational skills necessary to coordinate the workload around multiple assignments and competing priorities Business acumen skills to make business decisions based on financial forecasts and models Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors Ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels to achieve desired goals nn Physical Demands nn Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or adding machine Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs