Finance Manager- Walmart - KraftHeinz
Rogers, AR
About the Job
General information
All posting locations: Rogers, Arkansas, United States of America
Job Function: 03 - Finance
Date Published: 15-May-2024
Ref #: R-81509
Description & Requirements
Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!
Finance Manager, Walmart at a Glance….
The Finance Manager, Walmart, is the dedicated financial resource to guide the analysis of pricing, promotions, and financial performance of the Sales area. This role supports continuous improvement projects around trade, promotions, and pricing in collaboration with key stakeholders in Sales and Finance. A key responsibility is the use of data to identify gaps and opportunities to drive incremental sales by customer and category.
What’s on the menu?
- Support the development of the Sales area annual operating plan and forecasts through financial tools, process design, and analysis.
- Support the development and execution of annual budget targets, weekly/monthly routine, revenue mix analysis, and customer profitability reporting.
- Develop pre- and post-event model and support the translation of findings into actionable recommendations.
- Partner with customer business teams and business units to understand event results and impacts against annual operating plan.
- Use modeling tools to identify opportunities to optimize base pricing and promotional strategies and communicate findings to peers and manager.
- Lead detailed analyses to determine optimal use of trade. Track and measure effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Understand market, customer, and competitive trends on trade and pricing.
- Liaise with Sales and Commercial Finance teams to gather best practices and assess fit for the respective Sales Finance team.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to improve existing financial rituals, routines, and reporting methods.
Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!
- Bachelor’s Degree required. Concentration in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration preferred
- Three years of experience delivering results in Sales, Finance, or Shopper Insights. Trade promotion experience strongly preferred
- Advanced command of Microsoft Excel with ability to quickly learn analytical modeling tools and techniques
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including report and presentation skills
- Ability to influence and negotiate with cross-functional team members
- Motivated self-starter who can effectively work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated ability to maintain flexibility in an ever-changing environment
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.