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At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 
 

Position Summary:

The Senior Financial Analyst is a key member of the Nestle Health Science Sales Finance Team, serving as a Co-Pilot to Grocery- West, Central, & South. In this role, the Senior Financial Analyst works closely with Customer Development Directors to drive profitable growth by providing financial guidance in various areas including Sales Targets (Gross Profit Sales & Net Net Sales), Account Planning, ROI, productivity enhancements, and operational excellence. Taking ownership of the customer P&L, the Senior Financial Analyst collaborates with customer teams to implement initiatives aimed at improving margins. Proficiency in financial modeling and Excel is crucial for this highly visible position. Preference will be given to applicants who live within a commutable distance of Bridgewater, New Jersey/Tri-State area, Chicago, Illinois, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and/or within the Long Island, New York areas. 

Responsibilities:

• Deliver GPS (Gross Profit Sales) , NNS (Net Net Sales) , & Customer Contribution Targets for Field Sales
• Lead financial reporting & analysis for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end
• Influence & educate customer teams on opportunities to improve profitability & productivity
• Develop, consolidate, and analyze annual plans, forecasts, and strategic plans
• Identify & mitigate financial impacts of “non-working” trade (i.e. returns, post audits, unauthorized/authorized deductions, etc.)
• Implement Trade Management Guidelines and compliance frameworks at assigned accounts
• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements that can be incorporated into ongoing standard work within the organization
• Provide analytics and data gathering for various projects
• Utilize SAP, Osprey, Oracle, Hyperion, Tableau, Admin Tool and other available DTC/e-Commerce systems to analyze and interpret large data sets 
• Collaborate with customer teams on ROI analysis and Trade Optimization to drive smart spending and growth

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of Financial Planning Analysis, Sales Finance and/or Customer Finance
• Advanced Excel modeling skills
• SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, and Tableau knowledge a plus
• Proficiency with Windows, Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (accruals, prepaid accounts, etc.) 

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to interpret data, identify and communicate potential opportunities and risks
• Strong interpersonal skills and capability to contribute to a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to sift through and analyze data and present insights in a concise and structured manner
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Flexible and able to prioritize multiple projects in order to meet deadlines
• Possess a sense of urgency to drive business results
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence others and drive results or develop solutions
• Positive and continuous improvement attitude and strong work ethic
• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities

The approximate pay range for this position is $87,000- $105,000 base. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at:

About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

Requisition ID: 341509 

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