Head of Business Financial Analysis

OverviewHead of Business Financial Analysis at Solina, based in Paris. Solina is a fast-growing, international company with close to 5,000 people passionate about food. We design customised savoury solutions for clients in the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition markets. With sustainability at the heart of our business model, we aim to produce food that is delicious, nourishing, affordable, sustainable and convenient. Solina operates around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories in more than 19 countries, mainly in Europe and North America. By constantly rethinking culinary solutions, we make food matter for people and the planet. If you are ready for a new adventure in a dynamic, expanding, passionate, international company, join us.Purpose And MissionsThe Head of Business Analysis will lead the Business Analysis function within our B2B food company, ensuring that commercial, operational, and digital initiatives are driven by strong data insights and aligned with business objectives. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on leadership to deliver actionable insights, improve processes, and guide cross-functional teams toward data-driven decision-making.ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the business analysis strategy to align with company goals.Oversee the collection, interpretation, and presentation of business insights and reporting to drive business growth and operational excellence.Work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, scope projects, and deliver impactful solutions.Supervise the data integration from newly acquired companies into Solina Group tools, including gross and net sales, volumes, customer, etc.Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing central team of business analysts.Drive a Culture Of Data-driven Decision MakingFoster a collaborative, high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and data-driven decision-making by animating a community of business analysts across the group.Ensure business analysis best practices, methodologies, and frameworks are effectively implemented and used to drive growth, optimise pricing strategies, customer segmentation, and sales performance.Provide user support during the sales budget planning period.CFO business intelligence supportSupport our CFO on any ad-hoc business analysis as and when required, including specific analyses for shareholders, competitor analyses to identify growth opportunities, etc.ProfileYou are fluent in EnglishYou have a Master’s degree in Management, Finance or Business Intelligence.Proven experience (8-10+ years) in a senior business analysis role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.Prior experience in B2B food, ingredients, or FMCG industries preferred.Proven track record of delivering strategic insights and business improvements.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and storytelling abilities, with the capacity to translate data into actionable insights.Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.Why Join Us?This role goes far beyond finance. It is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to the company's commercial strategy and make a tangible impact. You will work closely with top management and field teams. If you're looking to grow your career in a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking environment—let’s meetWe are open to talents of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is based on competences, and we openly welcome all candidates of all types according to our DEI Commitment #J-18808-Ljbffr