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Finance Business Partner- External Manufacturing
View more categories View less categories Sector Manufacturing Role Partner Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time
Job Description:
Finance Business Partner- External Manufacturing
12 months Fixed Term Contract
Location: Slough + 50% Hybrid Working
Salary: £58,000-£71,000 + Bonus + Benefits
As the External Manufacturing Finance Business Partner, you'll be a key member of the External Manufacturing team (EMT) and will provide financial guidance and strategic direction to External Manufacturing Business partners. You will partner with the External Manufacturing Leadership Team and their teams to achieve operational excellence and create value for Mars Inc. You will provide insights on operating results and key performance indicators, assess risks & opportunities, support the end-to-end finance manager in financial goals, and drive actions to deliver those, co-pilot decision making, maintain strong financial controls and governance, and ensure robust reporting.
What are we looking for?
* Hold a finance academic qualification or professional finance certification.
* Strong analytical capabilities and knowledge of key systems like SAP and Power BI.
* Robust financial acumen including period close, forecasting, and reporting.
* Strong stakeholder management skills to build trust and inspire collaboration across functions.
* Experience in FMCG/Retail, ideally with manufacturing or supply chain experience.
What will be your key responsibilities?
* Leading the S&OP process to deliver key business performance metrics, focusing on cost lines such as NQC.
* Ensuring financial stability through accurate period-end close, forecasting, and reporting.
* Supporting the E2E Finance lead in setting and achieving financial goals through the 3-year VCP process, Annual Operating Plan, and periodic forecasts, with cross-functional collaboration.
* Influencing stakeholders to achieve financial commitments and providing actionable insights on operational and financial performance.
* Partnering with EMT and the Commercial team to drive value creation and financial valuation of projects.
* Supporting ad-hoc requests and regional projects.
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with diverse and talented Associates, guided by the Five Principles.
* Join a purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Access best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including Mars University.
* Receive an industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
* Access Rover, Mars UK's hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall.
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities during the application process. No applicant will be penalized for requesting such assistance.
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