Commercial Analyst – Operations

• Commercially focused analyst role supporting manufacturing operations
• Attractive remuneration including bonus opportunity, collaborative culture and flexible working
• Drive insights, costing and performance reporting that influence business decisions

Manassen Foods is home to some of Australia’s most loved and trusted food brands — including Sunbeam, Trident, Marion’s Kitchen and Yorkshire Tea.

Our purpose is simple: bringing the world’s favourite food to your table.

We are looking for a commercially minded Commercial Analyst – Operations to join our Finance team. This role plays a critical part in supporting operational performance, manufacturing costing, inventory management and business reporting across our operations.

Why Join us?

• Make an impact: Provide analysis and insights that directly influence operational and commercial decision-making.
• Dynamic manufacturing environment: Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain and Finance in a fast-paced FMCG business.
• Variety and challenge: No two days are the same, with exposure to costing, inventory, reporting, budgeting and process improvement.
• Collaborative culture: Partner with stakeholders across the business in a supportive and high-trust environment.
• Flexibility & benefits: Flexible working arrangements, employee discounts and a broad benefits program.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Commercial Manager - Operations, you'll be responsible for providing commercial and financial support to manufacturing operations through detailed analysis, reporting and cost management.

• Costing & Commercial Analysis - Manage product costing, quotations and BOM maintenance analysing product profitability and manufacturing performance. Monitor inventory valuation, PPV reporting and costing accuracy
• Operational Performance Reporting - Deliver weekly manufacturing performance reporting and variance analysis identifying key performance drivers and budget variances. Provide insights to support continuous improvement
• Inventory & Financial Control - Complete monthly inventory, WIP and stock valuation reconciliations monitoring manufacturing variances and inventory performance. Ensure accurate inventory-related financial reporting
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Compliance - Support budgeting, forecasting and annual planning activities and assist with audits, statutory reporting and ABS submissions
• Business Partnership - Partner with Operations to drive informed decision-making providing financial support and insights to production teams. Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations and Supply Chain functions

What you bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, operational finance or commercial analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into insights
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• A proactive, commercially focused mindset

This role sits at the heart of our manufacturing operation, helping the business understand performance, control costs and make informed decisions.

You'll have the opportunity to influence outcomes, work alongside experienced operational leaders and contribute to the success of some of Australia's most recognised food brands.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now.