Commercial Finance Manager (FMCG | Start up Experience)

CALIBER8 PTE. LTD.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy drinks company is looking for a dynamic Commercial Finance Manager to join their expanding team in Singapore. This role requires extensive finance experience within FMCG, emphasizing strategic decision-making and collaboration with commercial departments to drive performance. The ideal candidate will influence key financial discussions and ensure alignment with financial objectives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of finance experience in a regional FMCG environment.
• Strong focus on commercial finance and business partnering.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with commercial teams to analyse market performance.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Conduct market and pricing analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Influencing

Job description

Commercial Finance Manager (FMCG | Start up Experience)

Our client, a global leader in the energy drinks sector, is expanding its footprint across APAC. With a growing regional hub in Singapore, they are seeking a dynamic Commercial Finance Manager to partner with commercial and supply chain teams, driving strategic decision-making and financial performance.

Your Role:

Reporting to the APAC Finance Director, you will be a key finance business partner, providing insights and financial leadership across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

• Collaborate with commercial teams to analyse market, customer, and brand performance trends.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and maximise opportunities.
• Ensure trade and brand investments are aligned with financial objectives.
• Champion an ROI-driven approach by linking financial performance to key initiatives and evaluating actual vs. planned returns.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring data integrity and logical assumptions.
• Identify risks and opportunities throughout the year and proactively drive strategic responses.
• Ensure all financial planning deadlines are met with accuracy and insight.

Financial Insights & Analytics

• Conduct market, brand, and pricing analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide commercial recommendations on portfolio, promotions, and pricing.
• Lead post-promotion reviews and drive continuous improvement in financial planning.

What You Bring:

• 8+ years of finance experience in a regional FMCG environment, with a strong focus on commercial finance and business partnering.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic financial discussions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.