Sr. Finance Manager, VDC

Are you a strategic financial leader ready to shape the future of the Value Discount Channel? We are looking for a high‑impact Senior Finance Manager to spearhead the financial roadmap for retail giants Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar. In this pivotal role you will be the engine behind profitable growth, leveraging advanced Revenue Growth Management levers and an omni‑channel perspective to turn market complexity into sustainable results.

You will act as a key strategic partner to Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain, championing financial discipline and rigorous ROI assessments to drive high‑stakes decision‑making. If you possess CPG acumen to translate macro‑industry insights into actionable financial strategy and have a passion for leading cross‑functional teams toward shared success, we invite you to join us and lead the financial future of our VDC business.

• Strategic Planning & FP&A: Drive P&L health through end‑to‑end management of budgets, LEs, and MREs, providing rigorous variance analysis to support executive decision‑making.
• Collaboration & Business Strategy: Partner with Commercial teams to optimize account plans and promotional strategies, using data‑driven insights to align initiatives with corporate goals.
• Investment Optimization: Maximize margins by rigorously assessing total customer investments (GTN, COGS, A&P, NVO) and leveraging ROI/ROAS tools to improve plan performance.
• Operational Excellence: Define and track key KPIs while collaborating with shared service centers to ensure streamlined A/R and A/P operations.
• Governance & Compliance: Uphold financial integrity and SOX compliance through robust internal controls, while championing a culture of financial discipline across the organization.
• Market & System Optimization: Maintain competitive market intelligence and leverage advanced technology to streamline workflows and eliminate redundant processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related analytical field.
• 10+ years of progressive financial experience, with significant focus on Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Sales Finance.
• Deep expertise in trade spend management, digital margin analysis, and P&L management.
• Specific experience in Omni‑channel revenue management.
• Experience leveraging cloud‑based data platforms (Big Query, Snowflake, Tableau, or Sigma, AI) to drive process automation and eliminate non‑value‑added work.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Suite and experience with ERP systems (SAP/S4 Hana preferred).

• Specific experience navigating the Value/Dollar channel dynamics.
• Advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPA/CMA).
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive results under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills with a track record of presenting complex financial concepts to non‑finance senior stakeholders.

Salary Range: $ – $ USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for Executive‑level roles.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.

We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete the accommodation request form if you require assistance.