Finance Business Partner - Retail Operations (Retail)

TL;DR

Finance Business Partner (Retail Operations): Lead revenue and cost forecasting and long-range planning for a £650m retail operation with an accent on store profitability and commercial insight. Focus on building robust financial models, challenging senior stakeholder assumptions, and supporting AI-led reporting transformation.

Location: Hybrid; must be present at the Nuneaton office (UK) minimum 2 days per week, with travel to stores as required.

Company

A well-known UK health and wellness retailer operating over 800 stores across the UK and Ireland.

What you will do

• Lead revenue and cost forecasting, reporting, and long-range planning for the Retail division.
• Partner with Retail Directors, Stores, and Property teams to analyze and improve store profitability.
• Translate weekly and monthly reporting into actionable commercial insights for senior stakeholders.
• Develop robust financial models and scenarios to support confident commercial decisions.
• Challenge assumptions and uncover opportunities regarding revenue, stock loss, and operating costs.
• Support reporting automation and AI-led transformation within the Finance function.

Requirements

• Recognized accountancy qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Experience in finance business partnering or FP&A within a complex or multi-site organization.
• Strong understanding of revenue forecasting and commercial drivers in the retail sector.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, including scenario planning.
• Ability to constructively challenge senior stakeholders and turn complex data into compelling stories.

Nice to have

• Experience with Anaplan or Power BI.
• Interest in automation and AI.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive wellbeing package: Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Private Virtual GP, and Wellhub access.
• Practical perks: 25% colleague discount, annual product allowance, and holiday purchase option.
• Professional growth: Access to Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, workshops, and a Digital Learning Library.
• Supportive environment: Pension contributions and a commitment to equal opportunity and inclusion.