Sou K
About Sou K
Sou K is a Senior Financial Analyst at BROWN FORMAN in Paris, where he has worked since 2011, focusing on business partnering with distributors and providing financial support to the Sales and Marketing teams. He previously served as a Commercial Business Analyst at Orangina Schweppes from 2008 to 2011, contributing to financial strategies and profitability analysis.
Work at Brown-Forman
Sou K has served as a Senior Financial Analyst at Brown-Forman since 2011, accumulating over 13 years of experience in this role. Based in Paris, Sou engages in business partnering with distributors, focusing on key financial aspects such as sales, allowances, discounts, and Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) reviews. This position involves providing direct financial support to the Sales Director and Marketing Team, ensuring effective management of investments. Sou also supports the European Commercial Director by monitoring European allowances and analyzing pricing positioning across the continent.
Previous Experience at Orangina Schweppes
Before joining Brown-Forman, Sou K worked at Orangina Schweppes as a Commercial Business Analyst from 2008 to 2011. In this role, Sou contributed to the financial support of the French business strategy, which included the development of a 10-year business plan and new product development initiatives. This experience provided a solid foundation in commercial analysis and strategic financial planning.
Financial Analysis and Support
In the role of Senior Financial Analyst, Sou K conducts profitability analysis across the operational value chain, which encompasses distributors and trade. This analysis is critical for understanding financial performance and guiding strategic decisions. Sou's work involves close collaboration with various teams to ensure that financial insights are integrated into business strategies.
Education and Expertise
While specific educational qualifications are not provided, Sou K's extensive experience in financial analysis and commercial business strategy indicates a strong background in finance and business management. The expertise gained from roles at both Brown-Forman and Orangina Schweppes underscores a proficiency in financial modeling, strategic planning, and business partnering.