Scott Wackrow
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver with 8+ years experience in FMCG across Australia and NZ. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Country Manager
Tata Consumer Products Australia
2022.07 - Current
- Implemented a new business model to improve profitability and reach. EBIT margin + 3.5% in Y1 of new model.
- Increased market share by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favourable terms that benefited the company's bottom line.
- Coached and mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Strategy and Planning Manager
Tata Consumer Products Australia
2019.04 - 2022.06
- Managed budgets, financial planning, and forecasting to optimize profitability for the country operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure projects aligned with company goals and objectives.
- Successfully divested an underperforming business unit ahead of group expectations.
- Achieved strategic business growth by identifying market opportunities and implementing new initiatives.
Commercial Finance Analyst
Villa Maria Estate
2018.08 - 2019.03
- Business partnered with domestic and overseas markets providing commercial insight and clarity
- Ownership of FY19 Budget process and provided monthly analysis on P&L performance to all stakeholders
- Reviewed portfolio profitability and advised commercial decisions that aligned with strategy
Commercial Analyst - Global Sales
Delegat Limited
2016.04 - 2018.08
- Managed global market analysis and long term sales plans
- Trained and developed staff business-wide in a variety of tools and systems
- Demand forecasting and category analysis
- Lead User in global CRM roll out Dynamics 365
Education
BBA - Business Information Systems And Finance
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland, NZ03.2012
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Leadership
- Organizational Development
- P&L Accountability
- Project Management
- Inventory Control
- Growth Strategies
- Mergers and Acquisitions
Timeline
Country Manager
Tata Consumer Products Australia
2022.07 - Current
Strategy and Planning Manager
Tata Consumer Products Australia
2019.04 - 2022.06
Commercial Finance Analyst
Villa Maria Estate
2018.08 - 2019.03
Commercial Analyst - Global Sales
Delegat Limited
2016.04 - 2018.08
BBA - Business Information Systems And Finance
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
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