Commercial Finance Manager

Sofina Foods; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major FMCG company in Grimsby is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to shape strategic decisions and improve financial performance. This role involves delivering impactful financial analysis, collaborating with stakeholders to drive profitability, and supporting commercial strategies through financial modeling. The ideal candidate is CIMA qualified, has extensive experience in commercial finance, and excels in a fast-paced environment. This position requires full-time office presence, offering a chance to make a real impact within a leading food business.

Qualifications

• CIMA qualified with strong experience in commercial finance, ideally in FMCG.
• Proven track record in a senior finance role such as Finance Business Partner or Business Controller.
• Advanced Excel skills and confident user of financial models and business planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact financial analysis to support tenders, promotions, and strategic business planning.
• Act as a key strategic finance lead, partnering with commercial and cross-functional teams.
• Mitigate inflationary pressures with actionable solutions via sales and category insights.
• Improve margin performance through pricing strategy and evaluations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Commercial finance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

CIMA qualified

Experience in FMCG

Tools

Advanced Excel

Financial models

Business planning tools

Job description

Are you a Finance Business Partner or Business Performance Manager ready to step into a senior commercial finance role where your insights shape the direction of a major FMCG business? At Sofina Foods, we’re looking for a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to work closely with senior stakeholders across our added‑value pork division, driving profitability and helping shape strategic decisions across multiple channels. Please note that this role requires a full‑time office base in Grimsby.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact financial analysis to support tenders, promotions, and strategic business planning.
• Act as a key strategic finance lead, partnering with commercial and cross‑functional teams.
• Mitigate inflationary pressures with actionable solutions via sales and category insights.
• Improve margin performance through pricing strategy and new product development evaluations.
• Provide pre‑ and post‑promotional analysis to guide effective decision‑making.
• Evaluate raw material alternatives with cost‑impact assessments and scenario planning.
• Manage customer profitability reporting, offering challenge and support to commercial leads.
• Deliver insightful product costing analysis using "what‑if" scenarios and margin forecasts.
• Support commercial strategies through robust financial modelling and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement projects with a financial lens.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• You’re a commercially sharp, solution‑focused finance professional who thrives in fast‑paced, collaborative environments.

Qualifications

• CIMA qualified (preferred) with strong experience in commercial finance, ideally in FMCG.
• Proven track record in a senior finance role such as Finance Business Partner or Business Controller.
• Advanced Excel skills and a confident user of financial models and business planning tools.
• Excellent communicator, able to challenge constructively and influence decision‑making.
• Analytical and strategic thinker with a sharp eye for margin, cost, and performance metrics.
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Why Sofina Foods?

At Sofina, we invest in our people as much as our products. You’ll step into a role with scope, influence, and visibility—where your insights won’t just be noted, they’ll drive change. As part of a collaborative finance community, you’ll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK and Ireland's leading food businesses.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.