Cpd Commercial Finance Manager

WHO WE ARE 

Welcome to the world of L'Oréal, where we create the beauty that moves the world forward. Some call us the world's biggest start-up, and that's because for over a century, we've devoted our energy, innovation and scientific excellence to offering every person in the world the very best in beauty, in terms of quality, efficacy, safety and responsibility. 

4 divisions, 36 global brands, 86,000 employees in 135 markets. 

 At L'Oréal Canada, we're a dynamic company focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. Join our team to help influence global brands in the Canadian marketplace, as well as discover the latest technologies created for a rapidly evolving industry. L'Oréal offers equal employment opportunities for all.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team
• Contribute to the economic development of CPD Canada by advising General Management and the Division Finance Director on all Commercial related topics and Product Control topics
• Direct and manage the process of drawing up the Budget and Trends in relation with Commercial activities and upto Gross Margin
• Participate in the setting of economic objectives and make the necessary trade-offs to ensure balance between the various perimeters
• Leverage financial data and analysis to drive strategic decision-making and optimize the financial performance of the CPD commercial operations. Carry out all analyses required to measure the Commercial economic performance, and take the appropriate measures to achieve objectives. 
• Carry out all economic analysis to detect risks and opportunities.
• Implement processes, Group systems and procedures to ensure the consistency, relevance and reliability of management information and financial flows in line with Group Standards.
• Support General Management of the Division in defining a Commercial Sales Policy in line with the Group’s Internal Control norms
• Own the process of CA Estim for the Division by working closely with Commercial Director to understand the monthly sales landing.
• Ensuring Commercial Contracts are drawn up for all key customers in line with the Group’s Internal Control norms and supporting Commercial teams through negotiations.
• Leading a Commercial Finance team which ensures all allowances paid to customers are in line with the Sales policy and/or Commercial Contracts to ensure full compliance of internal controls. 
• Play a key part in validating the valorisation of the sales forecast process of the Division and advising General Management on opportunities/Risks
• Understanding the stock in trade equation for the Division and by customer to help identify and plan
• Preparing commentaries and reports on Net Sales to Gross Margin for review by the General Management and the North America Zone
• Responsible for understanding all movements in the Division’s Gross Margin and suggesting proposals to ensure it moves in the right directions.

PROFILE

• Experience in management and in team development 
• Strong financial expertise background 
• Mastery of all financial systems
• Communication skills

BENEFITS

• Exclusive employee discounts of up to 50% (WOW!)
• Hybrid working model
• Summer and winter Fridays
• Access to a virtual learning platform
• Phenomenal vacation policy and statutory vacations
• Competitive health/dental insurance 
• Defined benefit pension plan available from day one
• Wellness spending account
• Free BIXI membership and STM discount
• Reimbursement of professional licenses
• Free and confidential 24/7 virtual health program 
• ...and much more!

L'Oréal Canada is an equal opportunity employer.