Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner - FMCG (Rochester)Location: Rochester Industry: Fast-Moving Consumer GoodsReports to: Head of Finance / Finance DirectorType: PermanentAbout the RoleA leading FMCG business in Rochester is seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to act as the key link between Finance and Operations. You will provide financial insight, challenge performance, and support decision-making across production, supply chain, sales, and category teams. This is a highly visible role suited to someone who enjoys influencing stakeholders and driving real business outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness PartneringBuild strong relationships with operational, commercial, and senior leadership teams.Provide financial insight to help non-finance stakeholders understand business performance.Support commercial teams with pricing, promotional planning, customer profitability, and margin analysis.Act as financial voice in planning meetings, supply chain discussions, and category reviews.Financial Planning and AnalysisLead the budgeting and forecasting cycles for your business units.Deliver accurate weekly and monthly management reporting with clear commentary.Analyse variances against budget/forecast and provide recommendations for performance improvement.Assist in long-range planning and scenario modelling.Commercial and Operational SupportProvide financial modelling for new product launches, commercial proposals, and capex.Evaluate customer agreements, trade spend, and ..... full job details .....