Finance Business Partner Supply Chain and Operations

McCormick & Company; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormick & Company is seeking a Finance Business Partner for Supply Chain and Operations in the UK. The role provides financial leadership across the Peterborough manufacturing facility and UK logistics, partnering with site leadership to drive performance and resource optimization.

Responsibilities include maintaining P&L for Make/Deliver, delivering budgets and forecasts, and leading cross-functional projects to improve productivity, cost, and capital efficiency while upholding robust

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with a relevant degree.
• Progressive experience in Supply Chain Finance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards and supply chain processes (e.g., S&OP).
• Proven project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of business processes, systems, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partnership with Peterborough Plant Director and UK Logistics Director to define and implement cost strategies.
• Hold full P&L accountability for Make and Deliver cost areas and support budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee long-term plans, monthly close, reporting, and performance insights for the supply chain.
• Drive standardization, continuous improvement and capital project governance across sites.
• Ensure robust SOX controls and collaborate with Internal Audit to improve controls.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

Supply Chain Finance

Excel

TM1

Business Warehouse

SAP experience

Education

CIMA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

TM1

BI/Data analytics tools

Job description

Finance Business Partner Supply Chain and Operations

Scope of the Role:

The Peterborough Operations and UK Logistics Business Partner will be responsible for providing financial leadership and strategic partnership across McCormick’s UK Manufacturing facility in Peterborough and UK Logistics operations. This includes oversight and execution of financial analysis and accounting for Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing CCI, as well as UK Outbound Freight and Distribution Centres encompassing Logistics, Planning, and Logistics CCI.

The role also drives insights and reduction initiatives for Yield and SLOB, partnering closely with the Peterborough Plant Director and the UK Logistics Director to deliver financial analysis, strategic guidance, and performance improvement across the Supply Chain organization. This position plays a critical role in influencing operational decisions, identifying opportunities, setting strategies, and ensuring optimal resource allocation.

Main Responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnership – Partner with the Peterborough Plant Director and UK Logistics Director to define and implement strategy, driving "Make" cost levers to deliver high service levels at the lowest sustainable cost. Lead transformational projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive business development analysis and support Capex investment proposals. Partner with site leadership to deliver productivity and CCI targets, proactively promoting cost and headcount controls.
• Financial Management and Performance Delivery – Hold full P&L accountability for "Make" and "Deliver" cost areas, supporting delivery of long-term plans, budgets, and forecasts. Partner with operational leaders to manage cost performance and achieve budget targets. Oversee LTP, budget, and forecast cycles, ensuring timely and accurate monthly accounting close and reporting. Present financial results and insights at monthly business review meetings. Evaluate cost performance, identify trends, and lead deep-dive analyses to address performance issues. Provide input and recommendations on trade-offs, budget transfers, and risk/opportunity management. Implement and maintain robust financial policies, systems, and processes.
• Capital Project Oversight – Ensure sound business cases and financial models are developed for capital investments. Drive improvements in IRR for capital expenditure through regular post-implementation reviews.
• Standardization and Continuous Improvement – Support harmonization and standardization initiatives aimed at reducing complexity, improving accuracy, and lowering cost. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaborate closely with Centres of Excellence to ensure adherence to agreed processes.
• Compliance and Controls – Ensure effective SOX controls are maintained across operations. Work with Internal Audit and staff to enhance control efficiency, focusing on meaningful compliance measures with minimal resource consumption.
• Team Development and Leadership – Advance team capabilities, career development, and service levels to the business. Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment that strengthens communication and teamwork across functions.

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a relevant degree.
• Progressive experience in Supply Chain Finance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards and Supply Chain processes (e.g., S&OP).
• Proven project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of business processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Practical experience in ABC costing and cost accounting.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams and driving change.
• Strong relationship-building skills within a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• High technical proficiency with Excel, TM1, and Business Warehouse.
• SAP experience across financial modules highly desirable.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.