Commercial Finance Analyst

McLane Company, Inc.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to influence customer strategy, pricing decisions, and long‑term profitability across a leading supply chain organization.

You will partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to drive profitability and strategic growth from opportunities through implementation. The role emphasizes building robust financial models, analyzing customer economics, and delivering actionable insights that shape pricing and business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 1+ year in Commercial Finance, FP&A, Pricing or related analytical role.
• Experience modeling, forecasting, pricing, or strategic analysis.
• Experience with large datasets and complex analyses preferred.
• Supply chain, distribution, or wholesale experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the financial partner for assigned customer segments, providing profitability analysis, pricing support, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop and maintain pricing models supporting forecasting, evaluations, and initiatives.
• Analyze profitability, revenue, COGS, pricing, volume and product mix to identify growth and margin opportunities.
• Evaluate commercial proposals and pricing terms to support informed decisions.
• Monitor performance against forecasts and profitability targets; propose corrective actions when needed.
• Create reports, dashboards, and tools to improve visibility and planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Pricing strategy

Financial modeling

Excel skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Oracle EPM

Tableau

Power BI

Alteryx

Job description

Take your career further with McLane!

McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long‑term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

McLane Company is seeking a highly analytical and business‑minded Commercial Finance Analyst to help shape customer strategy, pricing decisions, and long‑term profitability across one of the nation's largest supply chain organizations. This role combines financial analysis, commercial insight, and strategic partnership to support critical business decisions that directly impact customer growth and financial performance.

As a Commercial Finance Analyst, you'll collaborate with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance leaders to evaluate opportunities, improve profitability, optimize pricing strategies, and provide the financial intelligence needed to drive sustainable business results. If you enjoy transforming complex data into actionable recommendations and influencing decisions that move the business forward, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This position is based in Temple, Texas. Candidates should reside within a 50-minute commute of the Temple area to support on‑site collaboration and business needs.

Benefits You Can Count On

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What You'll Do

• Serve as the financial partner for assigned customer segments and key accounts, providing profitability analysis, pricing support, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop and maintain financial models that support pricing decisions, forecasting, customer evaluations, and strategic initiatives.
• Analyze customer profitability, revenue, cost of goods sold, pricing, volume, and product mix to identify opportunities for growth and margin improvement.
• Evaluate commercial proposals, business opportunities, contract amendments, and customer economics to support informed decision‑making.
• Monitor customer and contract performance by comparing actual results to forecasts, budgets, and profitability targets.
• Investigate performance variances, identify key business drivers, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess the financial impact of pricing, operational, and commercial decisions.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams throughout the customer lifecycle, from opportunity assessment through implementation and ongoing performance management.
• Support pricing strategy development and ensure accurate implementation of contractual pricing, fees, and commercial terms.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve visibility into business performance and support strategic planning.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, customer developments, and market dynamics to identify risks and opportunities.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that increase reporting efficiency, data quality, automation, and analytical capabilities.
• Support the ongoing enhancement, testing, and implementation of pricing tools, reporting systems, and financial models.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, or a related field required. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
• One (1) or more years of experience in Commercial Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Pricing, Deal Desk, Financial Analysis, or a related analytical role.
• Experience supporting financial modeling, profitability analysis, budgeting, forecasting, pricing, or strategic business analysis.
• Experience working with large datasets and performing complex financial analysis preferred.
• Experience within supply chain, distribution, logistics, consumer products, wholesale, or related industries is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and profitability analysis.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful business recommendations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Performance Management, Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, or similar analytical platforms preferred.
• Ability to build and maintain complex financial models.
• Strong business partnership skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple functions and influence decision‑making.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate financial concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining focus on broader business objectives.

Why Join Us?

• At McLane, you'll combine financial expertise with strategic thinking to help drive customer growth and business performance across a leading supply chain organization.
• Influence high‑impact pricing and profitability decisions.
• Partner with leaders across Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Develop advanced analytical and business acumen skills.
• Work with data and technology to solve complex business challenges.
• Grow your career in a stable, industry‑leading company.

If you're a data-driven professional who enjoys solving complex business problems, influencing strategy, and helping drive profitable growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Our roadmap. Our story.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Temple

Work Locations

North Campus

Business Unit

MC999

Job

Finance/Accounting

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

1st - Day

Employee Status

Regular