Financial Analyst, Customer Logistics

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success.We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance.Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.General SummaryThe Financial Analyst Snacks Customer Logistics supports the cross functional Transportation and Warehousing team in the support and execution of over $600MM of spending for the Snacks division, The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide detailed, accurate and timely financial analyses regarding Snacks Transportation and Warehousing costs, provide insight on month-end variance analysis, and drivers of inflation vs. projection, AOP and PY along with cost offsets. This role supports the business with understanding key operational performance and analytics on L&T initiatives, reviewing and tracking Snack L&T enablers, and driving process and reporting improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include review, analysis, and collaboration with cross functional team members on projections as well as annual strategic and operating plans.This highly cross-functional role requires that the person provide financial support for a wide range of strategic L&T initiatives, monthly performance results, monitoring and reporting directives around Snacks Customer Logistics performance.This person will develop, organize, and implement assigned Supply Chain Finance activities designed to support business strategies and as a SME in support of supply chain and corporate functional teams.The successful candidate must be able to work effectively within the supply chain matrix and across multiple geographies or divisions and the candidate will be expected to partner with operations, finance, and plant/brand/sales management.Primary ResponsibilitiesBusiness Management and Reporting:Lead monthly Mixing Center review with supply chain operations, sales and planning team and remote locations to share-out results to identify and triage cost driversDevelop analyses to support the justification of spend while identifying margin drivers and implications to brand teams and P&L ownersDevelopment of monthly financial projections and annual operating plans, including R & O management, partnering with parties supporting the IBP cycleWork with brand, sales, and BI reporting teams to optimize L&T reporting package to link operations to financial metricsLead total Snacks L&T enabler process end to end including, the development of targets, savings projects, review of performance, and report out to leadershipPlanning and Analysis:Support monthly cost projection for Snacks L&T, providing insight into variances vs projection, AOP, and PYSupport accurate monthly financial rollup by reviewing relevant accounting journal entries done by accountingProvide analytical insight regarding monthly financial results linking COPM results to COPSSupport the total L&T team with Ad Hoc reporting needs and monthly reviewsJob ComplexityCross functional business partnering with a large the sales, demand, supply, brand, and finance teamsProvide strategic insight for future state global supply chain structure and optimizing "how we work" (both operational and financial support)Must perform a variety of financial functions including, but not limited to, corporate finance, planning, budgeting, and detailed financial analysisAbility to interpret complex data and provide data in a meaningful format to management reviewStrong business acumen and ability to share business knowledge with non-financial individualsMust be comfortable dealing with multiple agendas and driving decisions through influencing without authorityAbility to manage multiple priorities, as timeline to action may be tight and require significant cross-functional coordinationStrong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across multiple business functionsProactively identify continuous improvement opportunities and demonstrate intellectual curiosityEnsure financial processes are adhered to according to CSC standards and best practicesMinimum RequirementsBachelor's Degree - preferably in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or Business AdministrationMinimum 1 year of professional experience, CPG or Ecommerce experience preferredUnderstanding and experience with budgeting and forecasting processesStrong problem solving and analytical abilities including prior financial modelingProficient with MS Excel, Word, Access and Power PointExcellent written and oral communication skills are essentialAbility to work as part of a team and interface with others across all levels of the organizationKnowledge of SAP and EPM a plusSkills Required Action Oriented, Business Acumen, Functional Technical Skills, Communication, Integrity and Trust, Problem Solving, Process Management and ability to work in a team environmentCompensation and Benefits:The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between$47,600-$79,800Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.