Commercial Finance Manager

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

The Commercial Finance Manager will serve as a business partner to the AMER Sales leadership team, providing financial guidance, performance insights, and decision support to drive revenue growth and profitability. This role blends financial expertise with business acumen, overseeing planning, forecasting, and reporting activities, while managing an analyst supporting the sales function. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, analytical capabilities, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize financial outcomes across the region

Principal Responsibilities:

• Partner with AMER Sales leadership to provide financial guidance and strategic decision support.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning processes for the sales organization.
• Develop and maintain financial models to assess profitability, performance, and investment opportunities.
• Manage monthly and quarterly reporting, including variance analysis and executive summaries.
• Track and analyze customer rebates, accruals, and sales incentives in collaboration with Accounting.
• Collaborate with Business Intelligence and Data teams to enhance reporting tools and dashboards.
• Provide mentorship and oversight to junior analysts supporting the sales function.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and contribute to cost-saving initiatives.
• Communicate financial insights clearly to stakeholders across business functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting accuracy.

 
Job Level Specifications:

• Partner with AMER Sales leadership to provide financial guidance and strategic decision support.
• Financial Modeling & Forecasting: Advanced ability to build and interpret complex financial models and forecasts.
• Sales Performance Analysis: Advanced expertise in evaluating sales performance metrics and identifying key drivers.
• Variance Analysis & Reporting: Advanced skill in analyzing budget-to-actual variances and providing actionable insights.
• Business Partnering: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Excel & SQL: Strong Excel skills needed; SQL experience preferred (can be developed on the job).
• Leadership & Team Management: Demonstrated experience managing analysts or leading cross-functional teams.
• Strategic Planning: Skilled in providing high-level decision support, scenario planning, and long-range forecasting.
• BI Tools & Data Visualization: Experience collaborating with Business Intelligence teams on reporting and visualization.

Work Experience:

• Typically 8+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• Experience in financial planning & analysis, commercial finance, or sales finance, inclusive of 2+ years in a leadership or business partnering capacity.

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.  If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.