Shape the financial strategy and define relevant targets for specific customer accounts by understanding their business models and key drivers, contributing to the development of long-term mutual P&L.
Take an active part in S&OP cycles preparation and discussions.
Lead discussions to ensure consistency of recurring demand plans in volume and value.
Lead process organization and efficiencies.
Monitor and manage Trade Spend budgets throughout the year, ensuring compliance and taking corrective actions where required.
Support the cluster in digitalization of reporting and create the new Power BI dashboard, implementation of new business intelligence system, etc.
Standardize processes and deliver efficiencies.
Provide decision support for ad hoc initiatives with financial impact, such as trade investments, customer
or company-led projects, business cases and root cause analysis of performance opportunities/issues.
Partner closely with the Sales responsible during the annual negotiation process, from development through to final sign-off.
Lead investment proposals and collaborate on new business opportunities within the channel, ensuring investment level, and product range are optimized to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Promote and maintain a strong governance culture across customer accounts.

5 to 10 years progressive experience in Finance Business Partnering, ideally gained over several years in a comparable role.
Experience in co-piloting sales teams.
Strong understanding of financial concepts and principles.
Proven business acumen, including market knowledge and experience in Demand Finance.
Ability and motivation to stay close to the business and its stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills with a people-centric mindset.
Background in finance, planning, or data analytics, with the ability to manage complexity.
Proven experience in financial modelling.
Advanced Power BI and Excel skills.
FMCG industry experience is a strong advantage.
English is a must, German, Dutch, French would be a benefit.

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.

Finance Business Partner – Western Europe

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