Senior Strategy and Business Analyst

Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees working across more than 30 countries and regions.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.

As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland. We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Strategy, Corporate Finance or Economics professional to influence the future direction of one of Australia's largest agribusiness and renewable energy organisations.

Reporting to the GM Commercial, you'll lead strategic planning, commercial analysis, financial modelling and investment evaluation activities that support executive and Board-level decision making. Working across multiple business functions, you'll provide economic insight and commercial recommendations that shape major capital investments, business growth opportunities and long-term strategy.

You'll partner closely with senior leaders across Commercial, Finance, Engineering and Operations to deliver commercially sound, evidence-based decisions that drive profitability, sustainability and long-term success. If you enjoy solving complex business problems, influencing executive decisions and turning data into strategy, you'll feel right at home with our Commercial team.

(No pressure...just helping shape the future of Australia's largest sugar and renewable energy business.)

Role Responsibilities

Lead the annual corporate strategic planning process across Wilmar Sugar & Renewables.

Deliver complex financial modelling, business case development, investment analysis and capital project evaluations.

Provide commercial, economic and market analysis to support Executive Leadership and Board decision making.

Assess mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and new business opportunities.

Monitor commodity markets, renewable energy trends, exchange rates and macroeconomic drivers impacting business performance.

Prepare executive reports, Board papers and strategic recommendations.

Coach and mentor Strategy & Business Analysts while promoting continuous improvement across commercial analysis.

About you

You are a commercially minded strategic thinker who enjoys analysing complex information and translating it into practical business decisions. You thrive working with senior stakeholders and have the confidence to challenge thinking through robust economic analysis.

Essential Skills & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Finance, Economics, Commerce, or Engineering

Significant experience in Corporate Strategy, Commercial Finance, Investment Analysis, Corporate Development or Business Strategy

Advanced financial modelling, valuation and business case development skills

Experience preparing Executive and Board-level reports and presentations

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership

Desireable

MBA or postgraduate qualification in Corporate Finance or Economics

Experience within manufacturing, agribusiness, resources, infrastructure or energy

Exposure to mergers & acquisitions, capital investment or commercial transactions

Knowledge of commodity markets, renewable energy or agricultural industries

Experience mentoring analysts or leading commercial capability development

What We Offer

Opportunity to influence strategic decisions across a major Australian business

Exposure to Executive Leadership and Board-level decision making

Diverse portfolio spanning sugar manufacturing, renewable energy, agriculture and commodity sales

Professional development and career growth opportunities

Competitive remuneration and superannuation

Employee benefits and wellbeing initiative

Our Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted applicants may be required to participate in pre-employment assessments relevant to the role. These may include psychometric assessment, reference checks, qualification verification, pre-employment medical assessment and, where applicable, a National Police Check.

Employment is subject to the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment checks.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace where everyone is respected and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities.

Ready to help shape the future of one of Australia's leading sugar and renewable energy businesses? Apply today.

Job Details

Reference #

52844

Posted on

22 July 2026

Closes on

23 Aug 2026 17:00

Location(s)

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney, North Sydney, North Ryde, Glebe, Queensland, Acacia Ridge, Brisbane, Burdekin , Inkerman Mill, Invicta Mill, Kalamia Mill, Pioneer Mill, Proserpine Mill, Central Queenland, Herbert, Victoria Mill, Macknade Mill, Mackay, Plane Creek Mill, Sarina Distillery, Townsville, Mackay Racecourse, South Australia, Mackay Port, Adelaide, Regency Park , Tasmania, Victoria, Melbourne, Port Melbourne, Yarraville, Croydon, Western Australia, Perth , North Freemantle

Expertise

Finance

Job level(s)

Experienced

Work type(s)

Permanent

More details (document)

Business unit

Sugar Australia