Senior Manager Merchandising Finance and Analytics

Company: US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 77077 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors The Senior Manager, Finance will act as a strategic partner to the Merchandising team, delivering actionable insights to drive growth, optimize margins, and improve overall business performance. This role will lead analysis of Volume, Sales, COGS, and Gross Profit across product categories, translating data into clear recommendations. The Senior Manager will collaborate with cross-functional finance teams to provide insights into Gross Profit performance and key margin drivers tied to merchandising initiatives. They will oversee reporting processes, identify trends and opportunities, and support data-driven decision-making. This position will lead and develop a team of analysts, ensuring high-quality deliverables and fostering a strong, insight-driven finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead the analysis of key financial performance drivers, including variances to prior year and plan, and oversee evaluation of customer and vendor profitability to identify risks and opportunities; drive recommendations to senior leadership to improve profitability and support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Direct analysis of expense performance and trends, ensuring clear visibility into variance drivers and cost optimization opportunities Own the forecasting process and oversee the delivery of financial reporting and insights, ensuring outputs are accurate , actionable, and aligned with business trends and strategic priorities Establish and standardize scalable financial processes and reporting frameworks to improve efficiency, consistency, and insight generation Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts, fostering a high-performing and insight-driven finance organization Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in an analytical field (e.g., Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related discipline 7 + years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, or analytics . Direct experience/ exposure to merchandising, pricing, or product/category management is preferred . Strong leadership experience managing and developing teams. Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills. Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for senior executives. Preferred MBA or CFA. Experience in food distribution, retail, CPG, or multi-SKU environments. Experience working with large datasets, BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and ERP systems. Key Competencies Strategic thinking and commercial acumen Executive communication and influence Strong business partnering mindset Data-driven decision-making People leadership and talent development BENEFITS INFORMATION: For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit OVERVIEW: Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.