Commercial Finance Manager Portugal Lisbon Portugal Lisbon, Portugal Finance Lisboa

Commercial Finance Manager Portugal Lisbon Portugal Lisbon, Portugal Finance
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

As Commercial Finance Manager for Portugal, you’ll be a core member of the Portugal Leadership Team and the right ‑ hand to the Head of Commercial. You will drive financial performance, influence strategic decisions, and embed world ‑ class finance practices across the market. You ’ ll partner with Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and Shared Services to ensure Bacardi Portugal meets its short ‑ term targets and long ‑ term growth objectives.

ABOUT YOU

You must be a
- starter, Fearless to influence decision

making and drive capability across Portugal, mixing detail & the bigger picture to drive growth in line with strategy.

You must demonstrate a Founder’s mentality, taking

ownership for the P&L & our core KPIs to help Portugal

beat dynamic plan.

As a leader within the South Cluster Finance team you will

consistently drive high performance with your team, and be

comfortable influencing & communicating across the matrix at all levels.

RESPONSABILITIES

Strategic Business Partnering

• Shape Portugal’s commercial agenda: lead Commercial Finance and support RGM initiatives (pricing, mix, promotions) to maximize revenue and margin.
• Provide decision support to Marketing and Sales on brand investments, innovation business cases and promotional spend ROI.
• Collaborate with the Head of Commercial and Leadership Team to align financial plans with Portugal’s strategic priorities.

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

• Own the Market P&L: produce monthly/quarterly forecasts and variance analyses against budget, dynamic plan and prior periods.
• Lead cadence of regular business reviews, focused on identifying key drivers of variances to plan.
• Build simulations and sensitivity analysis in order to highlight risks and opportunities vs current trajectories/forecasts and drive corrective action across the business (with the support of the Head of Commercial)
• Lead the financial planning & forecasting processes for Portugal (Budget, Dynamic Plan, IAP)
• Collaborate & communicate with the South Cluster finance team to evaluate and act on results, trends, developments.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Prepare management reports, flash dashboards and Cluster lead team level presentations with clear commentary.
• Escalate and resolve customer disputes related to billing or credit control as needed.
• Represent Bacardi in meetings with banks, regulators and statutory authorities.

Governance & Controls

• Ensure full compliance with local statutory accounting, internal policies and audit requirements (both internal and external).
• Interface with Bacardi Enterprise Services (BES), Tax and Internal Audit to resolve issues and drive process improvements.
• Maintain robust control frameworks and SLAs with shared ‑ service partners.

SKILLS

- Strategic Finance Partnership : Proven ability to act as a trusted business partner, translating financial insights into actionable commercial recommendations that drive revenue and margin growth.

- Advanced Analytical & Modelling Skills : Expert in building robust “what ‑ if ” scenarios, conducting variance analyses, and developing KPIs and dashboards to guide decision ‑ making.

- Commercial Acumen : Deep understanding of Revenue Growth Management (pricing, promotions, pack ‑ mix) and ability to collaborate effectively with Marketing, Sales and Supply Chain.

- Team Leadership & Development : Passionate people leader with a track record of managing, developing and coaching
- performing teams. Acts as a role model, inspires others through vision and integrity, and fosters a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous improvement.

- Process & Control Focus : Strong track record of designing and enhancing end ‑ to ‑ end finance processes, internal controls and governance frameworks to ensure accuracy, compliance and efficiency.

- Stakeholder Management & Communication : Outstanding presentation and interpersonal skills; adept at producing management reports and Board ‑ level presentations with clear, concise commentary.

- Systems Proficiency : Advanced Excel and Power BI (or equivalent BI tools), plus hands ‑ on experience with ERP systems (e. g. , SAP). Knowledge of Anaplan and TM1 is a plus.

- Language Proficiency : Fluent English is essential to operate in Bacardi’s international environment. Proficiency in Portuguese is a strong advantage for engaging with local teams and external stakeholders. Spanish is appreciated and would support collaboration across Iberia and Bacardi Enterprise Services.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of
  - awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in
  - time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to
  - down complex problems and expand possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically to bring creativity to the challenges you face, without losing sight of execution
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble/fall, apply learnings & test again

leadership agility

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of
  - awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in
  - time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility:You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity.

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances,
- being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i. e. , volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class,
  - friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
• Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
• Travel Discounts ( i. e. , hotel and car rental)
• And much more!

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our Culture

BE Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE Family

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Life Inside Bacardi

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

Bacardi is the world's largest
- held international spirits company. We are a
- led growth company with over 200 brands and labels. More than 8, 000 people across the globe work toward a common purpose to Make Moments Matter. At Bacardi we are guided by our 3Fs culture of being Fearless, treating each other like Family, and having a Founders mentality. And have plenty of fun along the way!

You will hear us refer to each other as a “Primo” which means cousin in Spanish, and it´s our way to referring to employees. It´s also a reminder that we are a
- owned business with Latin heritage since 1862.

Primos are empowered to embrace diversity of thought and a global mindset to grow the Bacardi business and be future fit.

Leadership at Bacardi listen to Primos through pulse surveys, town halls, action team forums and development training sessions.

We get to enjoy social events, brand days, celebrate in trade with customers and have the opportunity to give back to the community through local initiatives like My Inspirit Day. We stand by doing the right thing and foster a culture of wellness and prioritizing Primo wellbeing through impactful resources and initiatives.

If this sounds like a culture you wish to join, check out our current opportunities.

How can I stay on top of the latest Bacardi news?

Our Global headquarters is based in Bermuda. Our Regional headquarters are Amsterdam for Europe & Latin America & the Caribbean; Dubai for Asia, Middle East & Africa and Coral Gables for North America. For Global Marketing, our teams are based in London, UK. In addition, we have offices, distilleries, production sites and brand homes around the world.

What careers are possible at Bacardi?

Our portfolio boasts more than 200 brands and labels and we sell in more than 160 markets. That global scale offers opportunities across functions and markets. From those who craft and produce our brands to those who market and sell them to everything in between. We also have opportunities across levels of experience from those who are starting their professional career (and are of local legal drinking age) to those who have decades of experience under their belt.

Does Bacardi run an Internship or Graduate program?

From time to time, we contract talent for specific functions and markets on a paid internship basis. We do not run a recurring global internship and rather allow markets and team to determine local needs and opportunities.

Does Bacardi offer training and development opportunities to grow your career?

We are there for the moments that matter in our Primos’ careers - the times they need to step outside of their comfort zone and grow. Whether that’s when they step through our doors as a new Primo, take on a new role, want to learn new skills and develop, or take that opportunity of a lifetime abroad to gain experiences across different cultures, functions, and markets.

We have
- class resources to support you every step of the way. From our Becoming Bacardi onboarding to global mentorship programs, mixology sessions, regular “lunch and learns” and coaching and development programs, there are many ways to expand your skills and opportunities. Learning never ends and that’s why we even continue development at the most senior levels with global programs at Harvard Business School and the University of Miami, among others.

Do I need to drink alcohol to work at Bacardi?

The simple answer is no candidates do not need to drink alcohol to be considered for a role. The Bacardi portfolio of products includes alcohol, low alcohol and no alcohol products. Bacardi promotes balanced, moderate drinking as part of a mindful lifestyle. The decision whether or not to drink alcohol is a personal one and we respect lifestyle choices.

What we value most is high performing talent with an ability to understand how to engage with our brand consumers and business partners.

We do, of course, only hire people who are of legal drinking age in their market.

Does Bacardi run an Internship or Graduate program?

From time to time, we contract talent for specific functions and markets on a paid internship basis. We do not run a recurring global internship and rather allow markets and team to determine local needs and opportunities.

What language should I submit my application in?

English is the official and primary language at Bacardi. Our Hiring Teams are located worldwide. Please submit your resume and other materials in English. Only consider using a local language for your application if the job positing specifies this request.

What are the stages of an interview process?

The first step is submitting your application which will be reviewed by our Hiring Team. Should your experience meet the qualifications and expectations of the open role, you will begin the interview process. Generally speaking, you can expect a few stages of conversations. The timing of the interview process will vary and our focus will be on ensuring that the key stakeholders get to know you and that you get to know us. You will be expected to do a
-
- face interview in person or over video call in some cases, at least once, during the hiring process.
Sometimes we do ask candidates for customer facing roles or more junior candidates to complete an automated online video interview. You will
- record answers to our automated questions and this will be reviewed by the Hiring Team.

For Management and Leadership roles we may request an additional assessment that takes a deeper dive into your potential leadership style.

If your hiring journey is successful, we'll make it official with a job offer letter and be ready to welcome you to the team.

How long does the interview process take?

The process will v