For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world's leading brands and their customers. And while we've already done a lot of work we're proud of, we're just getting started!We're a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalised and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia.Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose – Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.The Commercial Analyst will partner with our regional leadership, assisting in the development and execution of key strategic initiatives leading to regional growth. They will be the link between our Product, Strategy and Market Leads to quantify the impact of our product pipeline, and integrate this into our markets.Role ResponsibilitiesSupport the President by partnering with Regional Leadership to deliver consolidated 3 year strategic plan and prioritising resources to achieve financial targets.Enable cross functional strategic initiatives for the Markets by preparing and maintaining financial models, gathering relevant data ensuring its accuracy and supporting the cross-functional teams on execution.Partnering with the commercial team to drive commercial outcomes from customer negotiation through to contract signing and own the Regions pricing review to maximise margin and ensure global alignment when relevant.In partnership with the Regional Leadership, identify opportunities for cost optimisation and drive operational efficiencies via continuous improvement of market specific business processes across the International Markets.Analyse business performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.Partner with GM and CFO to set targets for 12 month and 3YP for the Region.Ownership of preparing the forecasts including identifying and managing Risk and Opportunity identification to ensure delivery of short-term profit.Supporting Finance in delivering financial projects as directed by GM.Represent International Markets in Global BI and Global Process improvement projects, owning change management for region.Manage the Regions planning cycle – annual budget, 3 year plan, periodic reforecast.Take a continuous improvement approach to improve accuracy and accountability.Role Requirements3 - 6+ years commercial experience within a business planning, finance, risk and procurement.Relevant industry experience.Skilled at providing commercial and business POVs, creativity and human insights.Forward thinking, proactive and ability to influence senior stakeholders.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work across teams.Is curious, strategic and analytical.Proficient in financial modelling, forecasting and using ERP systems and modern data tools.Advanced capability in Excel & PowerPoint.Excellent analytical skills and business acumen.Ability to change gears quickly from low level detail to guide strategic decision making.#J-18808-Ljbffr