Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Senior Commercial Finance ManagerManager: Head of Commercial FinanceTeam: FinanceLocation: Chiswick, LondonWe operate a hybrid working approach, which allows you to manage your time between home and office.We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world’s top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries, including Absolut vodka, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, The Glenlivet, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes.In the UK, Pernod Ricard is made up of 4 businesses: Pernod Ricard UK, which markets, sells and distributes our products in the UK market.Chivas Brothers, the largest brand company in the Group, responsible for the production and management of our award-winning Scotch whisky portfolio.Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail, the global and EMEA home of the group’s duty free, air travel and cruises business.The Absolut Group, the brand owner of our global white spirits portfolio, whose gin brand unit and Business Acceleration team sit in London.Your unique contributionBusiness partnering with TR Europe Commercial Team across a range of topics, customers and channels.Financial support to marketing teams.Supplying in‑depth, insightful commercial and financial reporting, and analysis across customers within perimeter; the output should inform and influence the trajectory of the TR Europe business.Contribute to Commercial Finance Reporting responsibilities within TR Europe, GTR and PR Group.Continued development of processes, models and reports to ensure robust financial planning.Providing accurate and effective financial information (restated from FX impact and perimeter impacts) to Executive team.Key participant in S&OP cycle; the rhythm of the business.Support Revenue Growth agenda within TR Europe.Support the Head of Commercial Finance across various tasks.Line manager responsibilities include participating in intern assessment day and development of Financial Intern.Key responsibilitiesProvide commercial team with support on annual customer negotiations, building P&Ls to calculate volume and financial impact of price increases, changes in funding levels and new listings. This will include many updates following customer feedback and “what if” analysis.Provide support for commercial team on promotional analysis and key reports, including rolling forecasts, R&Os and many ad‑hoc requests.Key participant in S&OP process, challenging assumptions in Pre‑DRMs, understanding rationale for material moves in forecasted volumes.Contribute to delivery of the Rolling Forecasts, Risk & Ops and monitor/analyse key variances, whilst ensuring timely and accurate deliveryuary.Key contributor to monthly BU report, including comments on brand/customer performance and outlooks. Participate in “Hot Topic” on an Ad‑hoc basis.Continued development of models and templates to ensure robust financial planning (Rolling Forecasts, Customer ID Cards, Pricing Files…).Support Revenue Growth agenda within TR Europe (RRSP guidelines, Promotional strategy, Price/Mix analysis, NPD P&Ls…).Support the Head of Commercial Finance across various tasks, including variance analysis, leading 'deep dive' investigations into key emerging or unexplained trends feeding into reporting and forecasting cycles.Collaboration with commercial finance team members TR Europe and Americas across various tasks, projects and initiatives.Who you’ll be working with Head of Commercial FinanceFinance DirectorCommercial Finance teams in TR Europe and TR AmericasTR Europe Commercial DirectorTR Europe Commercial and Marketing teamsWinder Finance and Operations teams in LondonGTR HQ Finance teamRequirementsA university degreePrior experience in FP&A or Commercial Finance rolesProficiency in MS Office tools and advanced in MS ExcelWell‑developed logical, analytical problem‑solving skillsA goal driven individual that is both an independent worker and a strong team playerStrong ethical framework, high personal integrityAbility to work with tight deadlines.Preferred skillsExperience working in the FMCG or Retail industry (especially within Drinks or Travel Retail)A finance qualification (or part qualified)Proficient in Power BI, Power Pivots, XL CubeSystems: Hyperion and EssbaseExposure to multiple currency environmentBenefitsFor your health, we offer private medical insurance, critical illness cover and an optional healthcare cash plan and dental insurance. porklifestyle benefits options include 28 days’ annual holiday, employee pension, share incentive plan, family care, season ticket loans, free mortgage advice, payroll giving and more! We offer gifts & discounts, an allowance each year to spend on our brands in our staff shop and employee discounts from a range of high‑street retailers. We have regular events in our very own office bar, employee‑run networks, a culture of flexibility and trust and tools and resources to help you focus on wellbeing and mental fitness.Conviviality raced the Pernod Ricard WayWe have our own way of doing things. We call it conviviality! It’s our way of being, and something unique you feel and experience when working for Pernod Ricard.We’re committed to conviviality, and with this, you’ll be Proud to Belong to our Pernod Ricard family. You’ll be Empowered to Perform, supported to succeed, and acknowledged for the value you bring.We combine all this with our Commitment to Care: we are unlocking the magic of human connection to transform our industry and make a positive impact on the world through our strong focus on Sustainability and Responsibility (S&R).We’re committed to diversity and inclusionPeople are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit as ‘Créateurs de Convivialité’. We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business and supply chain. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture – an environment where we can truly be ourselves.We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish. If you would like to discuss opportunities for flexible working or other accommodations or support to complete our application process, please let us know.Responsible drinkingAs ‘Créateurs de convivialité’, we want to turn social interactions into genuine and friendly experiences of sharing and wellbeing.In our culture, we want to create diverse teams in which our differences contribute to our success. Therefore, all are welcome at Pernod Ricard, regardless of your religious beliefs or personal choices on the consumption of alcohol.In our business, we work together with industry members, civil society, governments, local authorities and UN bodies to promote responsible drinking.Job Posting End Date: 2026-01-22Target Hire Date: 2026-02-28 #J-18808-Ljbffr