Commercial Analyst

What's 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 4 weeks 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 rates
• An 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 pay
• Health 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

About the role

We're looking for a proactive Commercial Analyst to join our Finance team, supporting our branches across a wide range of Goods Not for Resale (GNFR) areas, including payroll, delivery, and property costs.

This is a key role with real impact—working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll help minimise risk, control costs, and drive cash profit, playing a crucial part in the ongoing development of the largest division within Booker.

The role offers flexibility with hybrid working; 3 days in our office in Eccles, Manchester and 2 days working from home.

You will be responsible for

Health, Safety & Legal Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with company policies including financial planning, health and safety, and governance controls.
• Deliver accurate, timely cost reporting in line with accounting standards.
• Develop tools to monitor productivity and performance across collect and delivery operations.
• Work with procurement to drive best value from Goods Not for Resale (GNFR) purchases.
• Track Save to Invest initiatives to auditable standards.
• Support capital expenditure (CapEx) reviews and build business cases to demonstrate return.
• Contribute to Finance team development and champion diversity and inclusion across the business.

Customer & Operational Impact:

• Identify and address cost-related issues affecting branch operations quickly and collaboratively.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to improve understanding of cost drivers and reporting.
• Improve processes and maximise asset utilisation through proactive analysis.
• Harness Tesco Group's scale to deliver commercial benefit for Booker.

Driving Profitability:

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and beat budget targets.
• Support Save to Invest plans to offset cost inflation.
• Introduce innovative tools and techniques to enhance performance and service delivery.
• Champion continuous improvement through smart transformation initiatives.

You will need

Key Skills

• Results-driven with a focus on cost savings and long-term efficiency.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration across teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Commercial awareness with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to simplify complex problems and deliver practical solutions.

Experience

• 2+ years in a post-qualified finance or similar analytical role.
• Forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning experience.
• Skilled in handling large datasets and delivering actionable insights.
• Proven track record in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Understanding of data privacy and IT security standards.
• Consistent delivery of results.

About The Company

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, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six 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 employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Please note

We 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 manag