Commercial Finance Business Partner

OverviewEMEA Business Partner (Commercial/Finance Business Partner) | LANGLEY, UKThis is a key commercial support role to the EMEA commercial sales organization of Travelport. A PE backed, UK headquartered, $2bn global company providing distribution and technology solutions to the $7 trillion global travel and tourism industry. Reporting to the VP Business Partner, this role leads the provision of the full range of commercial and sales pipeline review, budgeting and strategic initiatives support to the EMEA Commercial Team.Main AccountabilitiesThis role will be the commercial business partner for the EMEA commercial teams and as such lead the provision ofCommercial review and challenge to the EMEA leadership teamManage the budget / forecast process with the commercial/finance teamsDrive growth initiatives across the region, holding the teams accountable for delivery of revenue opportunitiesStrategic focus across the region on how Travelport operates across regionProvide a strategic lens and insight to the commercial team across the industry and customer baseWorking within a matrix environment this will require coordination and close interaction with multiple commercial teams, Regional FPA and Corporate FPA finance teams as well as other departments across Travelport. The role will involve working in depth with the commercial teams on forming deal strategies, financial analysis, Go to market strategies and acting as a trusted adviser to the region to ensure they hit their revenue targets.Knowledge, Skills, Experience, Training, EducationStrong strategic finance and analytical skills with experience of working with commercial teamsExcellent commercial acumen including understanding of commercial negotiations and assisting businesses in implementing new commercial business models or operational processesIn depth commercial and financial knowledge of travel distribution market, and, in particular, travel agencies, a strong advantageExperience of supporting leaders with full P&L financial responsibilities. Previous experience of working within a matrix environment across multiple departmentsProven communicator and relationship building skills that are successfully leveraged to influence changeProficient at interacting with senior executive leadershipA team player in proactively developing cross functional support. Must be self-motivated and possess strong initiativeAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required, including experience of financial analysis. Prior experience of Cognos BI and Oracle Sales Tools a strong benefitPresentation skills, including ability to focus target audience on the key message whilst also ability to cover often complex topics with excellent subject matter expertiseThe team will be measured upon its ability to serve its internal customer base, the speed of delivery against timelines set and the reliability of the information that it provides for decisions to be madeThis role will also have frequent close working relationship across a wide number of Travelport senior leadership teamsQualificationsDegree level qualification is Business Studies or related subjectAdvanced Excel / PowerPoint / Microsoft skillsBenefits and Corporate InformationDiscover why our teams love working here. Our benefits package includes 25 days annual leave per annum, plus Christmas working days (office shutdown), hybrid working model, pension contribution, private medical, life assurance and personal travel insurance. We offer a bonus program subject to individual and company performance.We are an equal opportunities employer and will consider all qualified applicants purely on their skills and abilities. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation, if needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr