Job Description :
Who are we?
If you haven’t heard of us, then we are sure you’ve heard of our brands. Diageo Australia is the country’s leading spirits producer with an enviable portfolio of brands including Australia’s iconic Bundaberg Rum; global giants such as Johnnie Walker, Gordon’s Gin, Baileys, Smirnoff, and Captain Morgan; and our premium Reserve brands such as Tanqueray, Ketel One, and Don Julio. Cocktail culture is thriving across Australia, and our industry is vibrant, fast-paced, and trend-leading.
Our Australian head office, including an on-site bar, is located on Macquarie Street and serves as the main site for our marketing, innovation, commercial, and corporate teams. We also have a large manufacturing site in Sydney’s west, a passionate team at our Bundaberg Distillery in Queensland, including our award-winning visitor experience, and a sales force across major capitals and regional areas.
What about the role?
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, the Commercial Finance Manager is responsible for providing a strong business partnership with the commercial sales team across key retailers. The role involves decision-making support and advice around commercial strategy and objectives, with a focus on leading financial strategy for key projects in the business, significantly impacting our success in 2025/2026.
Where will you grow in this role?
* Develop your business partnering experience, creating trusted relationships with key commercial leaders to deliver strategic objectives, execution metrics, and financial commitments;
* Analyze and recommend projects, including trading and activation mechanics, to increase return on investment;
* Lead financial analysis for retailer contracts, trading terms, and promotional programs;
* Play a leadership role as the ‘Channel CFO’ (partner, support, challenge, and co-ownership) to the Commercial Leadership team;
* Lead the commercial team through financial control aspects, including audit control; and
* Partner cross-functionally to build standardized financial management and decision-making processes across Diageo Australia.
What will you bring to the table?
* Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments in a similar role, or aspiring to step into a business partner role;
* Established finance career, with a tertiary degree preferred;
* High accountability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment;
* Strong influencing skills and storytelling ability across cross-functional teams.
What is the culture like?
Are you prepared to take risks in pursuit of greatness? Do you hold yourself to high standards with accountability for results? Do you treat the business as your own, aiming to leave a worthy legacy? If so, let’s talk!
Our culture reflects our product celebrations. We promote flexible work arrangements to fit your life commitments, including flexible hours and locations. We are future-focused, constantly seeking growth and performance improvements.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity:
Diageo values inclusion and diversity, actively promoting employment for people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI, and other diverse groups. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and provide reasonable adjustments during recruitment and in the workplace. Please inform us if you need adjustments during the application process.
Worker Type : Regular
Primary Location: Sydney HQ
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Job Posting Start Date : 2025-04-14
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