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Nestlé · 12 hours ago

Sr. Finance Manager, Sales Operations (Hybrid)

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $195K/yr

7+ years exp

Nestlé USA is a leading company in the food and beverage industry, known for its diverse portfolio of brands. The Sr. Finance Manager, Sales Operations will provide financial leadership for Sales Controllables and lead the financial forecast process, ensuring accuracy in reporting and strategic alignment with sales leadership.

CoffeeCosmeticsDairyFood and BeverageWater

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support Head of Sales and the cross-functional C&B Sales leadership team

Provide financial leadership for all Sales Controllables inclusive of Shopper Marketing, SIE), Acosta Broker Commission, Retail Coverage, ECom, Pricing, and Reporting

Lead Annual target-setting process, strategically deploy targets at the retailer level in collaboration with the division sales team, and manages trade target adjustments throughout the year

Lead cross-functional team to develop financial forecast (DF submission), with particular focus on NPS, Trade, and Non-Trade Discounts, as well as other Sales Controllables

Includes Monthly Alignment with Sales Leadership, Sales Forecasting, and Finance

Reconciliation and calibration of multiple data sources: DF, Demand, Osprey LE

Establish internal KPIs and track benchmarks for forecast accuracy

Own weekly back of envelope (BOE) and next month’s forecasting calls for CPG business, inclusive of daily order & shipment reporting, tracking key trends and financial commitments

Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of period end close (PEC) through the preparation of monthly general ledger closing activities, providing key commentary and insights to Nestle Coffee and Beverages (NCB) and NUSA leadership

Publish monthly CPG leadership report package with focus on financial drivers and variance analysis to forecast prior year, inclusive of key business trends and impact to upcoming forecasts

Present financial results to CPG leadership (monthly)

Serve as technical accounting leader. Analyze and interpret Nestle Accounting Standards, with emphasis on changes in accounting standards; documenting implications for the our business, while identifying potential risks and opportunities

Point of contact for all internal and external Nestle audits. Implement and periodically test internal controls

Qualification

Financial analysisBudgetingFinancial modelingCPG/FMCG experienceExcel proficiencyBusiness analysisProject managementCommunication skillsRelationship buildingTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field

7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, and business planning

5+ years of relevant CPG/FMCG industry experience

Proven track record of leading and contributing to cross-functional teams

Demonstrated ability to influence decision-makers and provide strategic recommendations

Strong project management experience, with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to completion

Exceptional ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including statistical analysis and financial modeling

Strong business analysis skills, with the ability to identify implications and deliver consultative solutions

Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines

Broad understanding of multidisciplinary business principles and their application in a dynamic environment

Benefits

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Broad range of other benefits

Company

Nestlé

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As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

Founded in 1866

Vevey, Vaud, CHE

10001+ employees