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Commercial Analyst - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Booker
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Source date: 11/6/2026
About this role
About the role The opportunity has arose for a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract to support the Finance and Product teams by providing clear insights into commercial gross performance and supplier performance, helping to improve profitability. The role focuses on helping the teams understand the performance drivers, accurate tracking of commercial income, mitigating risks and securing cash. What is in it for you At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover ratesAn exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual payHealth and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.A great holiday package You will be responsible for Role Responsibilities (What)Ensuring full understanding and providing regular analysis on margin performance, including sales variances, promotional and margin investmentsEnsuring accuracy of the reporting of commercial incomeEnsuring supplier invoicing is raised in a timely mannerSupporting the Commercial Finance Manager with providing periodic performance updates to the product teamUnderstanding variances on key income streams and in supplier performance, highlighting risks and opportunities.Evaluating supplier terms agreementsSupport project based work where requiredFully support and assist the wider finance team in ensure control on processesAny other duties as reasonably required to fulfil your responsibilities. Leadership & CultureChampion values and role-model winning together behavioursFoster a high-performing and inclusive culture. Health & Safety / Compliance / Legal ResponsibilitiesOversee compliance frameworks within the area of responsibility.Ensure policies are implemented and regularly reviewed.Analyse compliance performance and drive improvements. You will need Skills (How)Technical / Professional Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and opportunities, and to deliver accurate commercial insightA strong understanding of margin performance, commercial income and supplier terms agreementsExperience in managing or supporting financial reportingAbility to support and influence decision-makingCommitment to high standards of documentation, compliance, and adherence to GSCOP and audit requirementsBehavioural & Leadership A proactive and curious mindset with a focus on improving commercial performanceExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, ability to build effective relationships across multiple functionsAbility to be adaptable, able to respond to changing business needsTakes ownership and demonstrates accountability for delivering high-quality outputs in a timely mannerCommitted to continuous improvement and adding value to the wider teamTechnology and Systems ExcelSAPBusiness ObjectsTM1 About us Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.comPlease noteWe can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk