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Commercial Business Analyst

Westland Permanent Work from home View Job Description
As a Commercial Business Analyst, you will be crucial in driving business growth and improving operational efficiency. Your insights will directly impact strategic decisions and help implement commercial excellence initiatives.You will focus on analyzing key business metrics, improving profitability, and driving actionable insights that enhance our sales and pricing strategies.

Added 28/02/2025

  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment
  • A commercial finance position with stakeholder management

About Our Client

Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world.

In 2023, Stora Enso completed the acquisition of the De Jong Packaging Group (now Business Unit Western Europe), one of the largest manufacturers of corrugated packaging in Western Europe (The Netherlands, Germany, UK and Belgium). Most of the sites are corrugated converting and packaging wholesales facilities. The Business Unit is part of the Packaging Solutions Division of Stora Enso.

Job Description

  • Analyse key business metrics, including profitability, product mix, and pricing, to inform strategic decisions.
  • Generate regular performance reports, tracking key indicators such as sales, volume, and material movements.
  • Provide insights into pricing strategies across different customer segments and identify areas for optimization.
  • Oversee the tender process, collaborating with stakeholders to design and refine workflows, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Manage and share rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with sales and S&OP teams.
  • Lead and improve the budget process to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Consolidate account plans and align them with the broader business strategy, focusing on volume, revenue, and profitability.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards to track and report on key commercial performance metrics.
  • Provide recommendations based on data analysis to drive continuous improvement and support strategic goals.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of commercial excellence initiatives across the business.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of commercial initiatives and recommend adjustments as needed.

The Successful Applicant

  • University degree or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong background in data analysis, with a focus on profitability, product mix, and pricing.
  • Knowledge of the corrugated packaging industry is an asset.
  • Min 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Sales/Commercial Analyst, or in a similar role.
  • High proficiency with Excel, CRM, BI tools, and data visualization techniques.
  • Ability to analyse complex data sets and communicate insights effectively.
  • Strong strategic mindset with a good understanding of commercial, manufacturing business dynamics.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English;
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package such as a bonus;
  • 28 vacation days;
  • Travel allowance;
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Contact
Sheling Goh
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6678638

Job summary

Sector
Finance
Sub Sector
Business Controlling / Financial Planning & Analysis
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Jobs by location
Westland
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant
Sheling Goh
Job Reference
JN-022025-6678638
Remote or office
Work from home