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Date: Feb 17, 2025
Location: St Albans, GB
Place of Work: Hybrid
Company Description
We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! We bake the UK's most incredible biscuits. FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations.
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Trade Marketing function here at FBC! We are looking for someone to be the focal point within the Commercial department during the BDG/PS Process, according to the timeline received.
Main Responsibilities
Key Focus areas will include:
1. BDG/PS
o Supports FBC UK in the Strategic Plan (PS) & Budgeting cycle providing all relevant information and analysis.
o Facilitates the definition of Sales plans for Strategic Plan (PS) & Budgeting cycles.
o Supports the Commercial Team in the coordination of different Departments in the Strategic Plan (PS) / Budget Process.
o Supports TM, RB&P, Sales and Marketing in the definition of volume plan to be proposed for the P&L creation based on the Bottom-up Company Plan.
2. S&OP CYCLE
o Facilitates Yearly Sales Forecast.
o Facilitates new initiatives presentation during S&OP cycle.
o Facilitates commercial initiatives sharing and relative impacts on volumes.
o Acts as chairman of the Sales Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
o Monitors & evaluates sales trends vs forecast plans.
o Discusses possible plan(s) adjustments with Sales Team.
o Monitors continuously the market situation to ensure products availability.
o Identifies promptly anomalous trends and suggests remediation actions.
Key Ingredients For The Role
* Significant experience in a commercial role within an FMCG environment.
* Experience in RGM, Commercial Finance or Sales.
* Extensive knowledge of operating both Branded and Retailer Brand P&L’s.
* Strong understanding of forecast & budget setting processes.
* Advanced data analysis skills.
* Strategic planning & problem solving skills.
* Strong analytical and IT skills.
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Self-motivated with a good understanding of broader business needs.
* Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication.
* Passion for creativity and innovation.
Diversity Statement
FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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