<p><strong>Commercial Manager - Distribution<br /></strong><strong>Location:</strong> Western Suburbs, Victoria<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Circa $150k + super (negotiable depending on experience)<br /><strong>Reports to:</strong> General Manager / Managing Director<br /><strong>Team:</strong> Six direct reports (three commercial, three finance)</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong><strong><br /> </strong>An exciting opportunity exists for a hands-on, commercially minded Commercial Manager to lead key functions across finance, procurement, and operations within a dynamic distribution environment. This role will focus on driving profitability, cost efficiency, and process improvement, while strengthening supplier relationships and enhancing systems and reporting capability.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead commercial, financial, and procurement activities to deliver business growth.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial reporting.</li><li>Manage supplier negotiations and implement cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>Drive process and systems improvement, including ERP optimisation (NetSuite).</li><li>Enhance inventory management and margin performance.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a small, capable team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 8 years' experience in a senior commercial, finance, or operations role within distribution, FMCG, or wholesale.</li><li>Proven experience in procurement, financial management, and cost control.</li><li>Strong leadership and change management capability.</li><li>High EQ, collaborative working style, and continuous improvement mindset.</li><li>Experience with multi-supplier or consumables-based environments advantageous.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Environment</strong></p><ul><li>Full-time, onsite role based in Western Suburbs.</li><li>Business casual environment.</li><li>Fast-paced SME setting with strong leadership support and growth focus</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you are a commercially-minded finance professional with the drive to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Job Reference No: 06810-0013327496MG</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWF0dC5nYXZpbi44MTEyOC4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>Here's your chance to join a highly respected, Australian-owned manufacturing organisation known for its innovation, quality, and strong market presence. As part of their dynamic finance team, you'll play a key role in managing end-to-end accounts payable functions while contributing to the company's continued growth and success.</p><p>This role is perfect for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication and analytical skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values collaboration and career development.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role </strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the following:</p><ul><li>Process high volume of supplier invoices weekly/monthly across APAC</li><li>Ensuring invoices are reconciled accurately and efficiently</li><li>Reconciling of expense claims</li><li>Set up and maintain supplier accounts</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline AP process and continue to system improvements</li><li>Support month-end close activities including accruals, journals and pre-payments</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills & Experience </strong></p><ul><li>3-5 years experience in Accounts Payable, ideally within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment</li><li>Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP's, Pivot Tables, Validations)</li><li>Brilliant skills with Dynamics, or other ERP system experience.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong> Job reference number: 06830-0013326699</strong></p><p>For more information, please contact our Robert Half, South East Office on 03 9239 8100.</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpc2UuTWFydGluLjg1Mjg2LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
