Commercial Analyst

Metcash; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra Leave

Career Growth

Parental Leave

Inclusive Culture

Gender pay gap transparency

Mental Health accreditation

Flexibility

Job summary

Metcash is seeking a Commercial Analyst to join the Primary Freight team in Australia. You will turn data into insights, support growth through modelling, and inform commercial decisions across the business.

You will lead RFP analysis, forecast impacts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tangible value and practical recommendations. A 3+ year background in FMCG/retail analytics is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ commercial analyst experience in FMCG, retail or supply chain.
• Strong skills in commercial modelling, P&L analysis and financial governance.
• A curious, analytical mindset with a knack for spotting opportunities and solving problems.
• The ability to turn complex commercial data into clear, practical recommendations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial modelling, RFP analysis and P&L reviews to support sustainable growth.
• Identify and model continuous improvement initiatives that deliver real commercial value.
• Build frameworks and tools that turn complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align commercial priorities and drive better decisions.
• Forecast commercial impacts and ensure business decisions deliver on our strategic goals.

Skills

Commercial modelling

P&L analysis

Financial governance

Analytical mindset

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Job description

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business. When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:

• Grow your career with tailored development programs
• Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team
• Thrive your way with flexible work options

About the Opportunity

Turn data into insights. Insights into impact.

Numbers tell a story — and you know how to make them count. Join Metcash’s growing Primary Freight team and help shape commercial decisions, uncover growth opportunities and turn complex data into smarter business outcomes.

In this Role, You Will:

• Crunch the numbers: Lead commercial modelling, RFP analysis and P&L reviews to support sustainable growth.
• Find the opportunities: Identify and model continuous improvement initiatives that deliver real commercial value.
• Make data work harder: Build frameworks and tools that turn complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Connect the dots: Partner with cross-functional teams to align commercial priorities and drive better decisions.
• Keep us on track: Forecast commercial impacts and ensure business decisions deliver on our strategic goals.

You’ll bring:

• 3+ years’ commercial analyst experience in FMCG, retail or supply chain.
• Strong skills in commercial modelling, P&L analysis and financial governance.
• A curious, analytical mindset with a knack for spotting opportunities and solving problems.
• The ability to turn complex commercial data into clear, practical recommendations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative approach.

What’s on Offer

• Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, 1 volunteer day
• Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
• Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
• Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
• Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
• Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

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