At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyze margins, resolve discrepancies, and drive financial improvements.
- Company: Join Univar Solutions, a global leader in chemical distribution.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work-life balance, and annual bonuses.
- Other info: Inclusive culture focused on sustainability and employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred with 2+ years in finance or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 $ per year.
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Primary Purpose
The Margin Analyst is responsible for identifying and resolving transactional contribution margin loss while helping prevent future issues. This role analyzes margin discrepancies, determines root causes, and partners with commercial and functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions. The Margin Analyst serves as a cross‑functional partner, driving accountability, improving processes, and recommending changes that support stronger financial results.
What You'll Do:
- Analyze transactional margin activity and identify opportunities to recover lost contribution margin.
- Partner with commercial and functional teams to resolve margin issues and implement preventive actions.
- Conduct root cause analysis to identify trends and improve systems and processes.
- Drive accountability for corrective actions and ongoing margin improvement.
- Prepare and distribute routine margin reporting to internal stakeholders.
- Review transactions with contribution margin of ≤ -$200.
- Support $6M+ in monthly contribution margin recovery.
- Manage the monthly exception reporting process (SOX control).
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Customer Solutions, Commercial, or a related function.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across functional teams.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills:
- Business Warehouse
Where You'll Work: Univar Solutions Canada Ltd
Pay and Benefits: This position is currently vacant. The expected annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
What You Can Expect:
- Strong work/life flexibility
- To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
- To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
- Competitive pay and benefits
Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life‑saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet! We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!
We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at careers@univarsolutions.com.
Margin Analyst in Toronto employer: Univar
Univar Solutions Canada LTDA is an exceptional employer located in Toronto, ON, where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the world. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritizes employee growth through comprehensive development opportunities and a robust Total Rewards package. Join a global team dedicated to redefining distribution while enjoying competitive pay, diverse benefits, and a supportive environment that values your unique contributions.
