Mars · 8 hours ago
Marketing & Brand Finance Business Partner
Louisville, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expChampion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. The Marketing & Brand Finance Business Partner plays a key role in supporting the marketing function by analyzing portfolio health and advertising spend to drive growth while collaborating with various teams to provide financial insights.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Key Partner in translation of Marketing Strategy into IVCP and AEP financial models
Planning, forecasting, tracking and controlling of Advertising and Promotion budget
Analysis of Advertising and Promotion investment effectiveness
Portfolio analysis and lead on SKU rationalization recommendation
Innovation pipeline support, represents finance in New Product Development process
Brand performance analytics, owner of Finance part of the brand dashboards
Support of the S&OP+ process step 1: Portfolio Management Review
Evaluation and assessment of marketing spend commitments to inform A&CP accrual during Pclose
Assist with the preparation of ad hoc reports, financial reviews and special projects as directed by the leadership team
Provide timely and accurate analysis of forecasts and financial results
Identify and analyze prevailing trends in business practices
Ensure costs are accurately captured and monitor budget adherence
Assist with Business Plan development by conducting relevant project research and analysis for purposes of strategy identification and implementation
Calculate key performance indicators, benchmarks and measures
Provide advice, training and/or guidance to staff in the supported function, as necessary
Other responsibilities, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a concentration in business, MBA/CPA preferred
6+ years of related experience ideally in a Consumer Products environment
Strong analytical skills through experience working on complex transactions
Strong knowledge of financial metrics
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a rapidly changing environment
Proven ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
Strong communication skills, demonstrated in written and verbal report writing
Self-starter, previous experience of working in a high performing environment
Responsive, a strong ability in anticipating needs and delivering on commitments
Proven ability to identify, evaluate, develop new ideas and deliver results
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Strong report writing skills
Detail oriented and accurate
Highly proficient in Excel
Working extended days and weekends as necessary
Benefits
401k with company matching
Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs.
In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program.
Free bag of premium pet food each month.
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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