Supply Chain Finance Business Partner
Contract: 12 Months
Location: Cork
Join Musgrave: Where Innovation Meets Heritage, and People Drive Change
Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our Supply Chain team as a Commercial Finance Business Partner, working on the One Supply Chain agenda with a focus on the Wholesale side of the business.
The role will be heavily involved in the budgeting, planning & forecasting of the business, also providing commercial insight and analysis on strategic projects. The components of the role are both structured & varied, delivering to the changing business needs.
The Role:
* Provide support to the Head of Supply Chain Finance, Supply Chain Directors, Warehouse & Transport Managers as well as the wider supply chain team in all areas of financial analysis and reporting
* Have full responsibility for the divisional financial reporting (weekly/periodic/quarterly), quarter-end hard close & forecast/budgeting whilst also feeding into the consolidated SC reporting
* Provide accurate, timely and relevant information on financial and business performance
* Provide a business partnering approach with a curious and proactive mindset which delivers insight and challenges the supply chain team
* Ensure robust financial control environment to safeguard company assets
What You'll be doing:
* Produce periodic financial information including financial KPI’s, payroll reporting and financial variance reporting with a high level of insight, ensuring that all reports are published in accordance with agreed timeframes and to a high standard
* Ensure compliance with all operational processes and procedures within supply chain
* Advise divisional management team, FC & FD of trends or potential financial risks arising within Supply Chain
* Building relationships with the relevant members of the Supply Chain team to investigate cost variances and collaborate on strategic business initiatives
o Deliver supporting analysis for forecasts and budgets for assigned areas throughout the year ensuring high levels of data accuracy
o Works with the wider Finance team to ensure alignment on the Finance objectives, budgets & targets
o Builds and maintains cross functional relationships with other Support functions providing support on new and improved ways to drive improvement & profit for the business.
o Deliver on group financial reporting requirements, i.e. forecast, budget, 3 year strategy plan, and other ad hoc reporting requirements arising from projects.
What we're looking for:
* Qualified Chartered Accountant, CIMA or relevant Corporate Finance qualification
* Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a financial / commercial role
* Financial analysis and interpretation experience, supported by strong excel skills
* Commercial experience in Musgrave or external business environment
* Curious mindset willing to challenge logic and articulate concisely
* Proactive approach to stakeholder management
* Strong attention to detail and likes to work cross functionally
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
* A self-motivated approach to work - can do attitude
* Good organisational and time management skills
Why Musgrave:
Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact
Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions
Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in creating a future where business success and positive change go hand in hand
Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.
Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.
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