As a Commercial Analyst

Projects, you will be a key partner to project leads and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring that strategic projects are supported by robust financial modelling and commercial insights. Your role is crucial in building business cases, defining benefit baselines, and delivering executive-ready reports to enable timely and impactful business decisions. This position offers a unique chance to contribute to KFC's growth and innovation.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

3-8 years of experience in commercial finance, FP&A, consulting, corporate finance, or analytics, with cross-functional project exposure.

Experience in QSR, FMCG/CPG, retail, or multi-site operations is an advantage.

Advanced financial modelling skills, including ROI, NPV/IRR, and payback analysis.

Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, with the ability to work with large datasets.

Clear and concise communication skills, translating complex analysis into simple insights.

High ownership, attention to detail, and a fast-paced delivery approach.

Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and work within delegated authority.

Opportunity to innovate and unlock insights to drive business performance.

Occasional travel to restaurants or regional markets may be required.

Build and maintain financial models, scenarios, and sensitivities for investment appraisal (Cap Ex/Op Ex).

Quantify key financial metrics (ROI, NPV, IRR, payback) and provide recommendations for stage-gate approvals.

Define baselines, KPIs, and measurement approaches for each initiative, tracking benefit delivery and highlighting risks.

Produce monthly portfolio packs, including progress, spend, benefits, and risk/decision updates.

Support leadership team decision forums with clear narratives, options, and quantified recommendations.

Conduct post-implementation reviews, documenting value delivered and lessons learned.

Collaborate with Commercial & Strategy leadership, PMO leads, and project managers for day-to-day support and reporting.

Align with finance teams on assumptions, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement.

Validate inputs and quantify impacts with operations, marketing, supply chain, and people & technology teams.

Engage with external partners as needed, ensuring efficient data and reporting automation.