DIR, STRATEGY & PLANNING - CUTWATER

Anheuser-Busch • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Strategy and Finance is responsible for managing the delivery of Company-defined strategic initiatives and financial activities of the Cutwater business. The Director of Strategy and Finance works independently under the loose general guidance of the General Manager. The Director of Strategy and Finance manages The Cutwater Controller and Accounts Payable positions. This role is vital to the continued growth of Cutwater Spirits, a US priority Megabrand.

Requirements

• Proven organization, communication, and leadership ability.
• Analytical and modeling skills as well as the ability to communicate complex ideas and data sets graphically.
• Ability to craft concise recommendations based on thorough business and market analysis.
• Not afraid to ‘roll your sleeves up’ and work with details as well as the big picture.
• High level of intellectual curiosity combined with a ‘results-driven’ mindset and high emotional intelligence.
• Highly self-motivated with ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills such as prioritization, critical thinking and hypothesis development.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to convey clear and concise thoughts and ideas
• Ability to combine strong quantitative skills with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think pragmatically, not just theoretically, and drive execution of concepts.
• Innovative thinking and vision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong prioritization and decision-making skills, while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to educate key stakeholders to impact decision making.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other office related software.
• Proficient in PowerBI or comparable data visualization tools
• Bachelor’s degree is required in Business, Statistics, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 6 + years’ experience post Bachelor degree

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Management Consulting, Investment Banking, or Corporate Strategy within a CPG company preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the national FP&A routine for Cutwater Spirits, including the monthly forecasting process, performance reviews, risks and opportunities (R&O) tracking, and the path to EBITDA delivery.
• Lead the annual 1YP/3YP planning cycle, building the roadmap to top- and bottom-line targets for the fastest growing spirits business in the US.
• Bring a sharp eye to uncovering P&L risks early and surfacing opportunities that others miss.
• Serve as the finance lead for Cutwater's local supply and operations organization, working hand-in-hand with the Director of Operations and broader Operations and Logistics teams.
• Vital in helping the supply team tell the story of site performance — translating operational metrics, efficiency gains, cost variances, and expansion investments into a clear narrative for BU leadership and the broader AB organization.
• Build and maintain visibility on operations finance KPIs, support capacity and expansion planning, and ensure supply chain decisions are grounded in rigorous financial analysis.
• Partner with the innovations team to support P&L development.
• Supervise the Control and AP functions for Cutwater Spirits, partnering with the larger AB finance and control organization.
• Partner with the home market commercial team to drive performance and support key initiatives.
• Support national commercial and sales strategy by partnering with Beyond Beer sales on portfolio prioritization, providing guidance to RevMan team on total US Cutwater revenue management, supporting development of innovation pipeline & OBPPC, driving home market initiatives and performance analysis, and tracking S&M spend and CORES delivery.
• Own ad hoc analyses for the GM, SLT and Beyond Beer BU Leadership Team as they relate to priority Cutwater projects.
• Ensure tracking and monitoring are put in place for each business-critical project and have regular meetings to review their performance.
• Embrace and fulfill the core values and culture of Cutwater Spirits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection.
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution.
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners.
• Great Perks including product samples!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees