Commercial Manager/Business Analyst– Cunningham Cattle Co
Cunningham Cattle Company – Sydney CBD NSW
Commercial Manager/Business Analyst– Cunningham Cattle Co
About Us
Established in ****, Cunningham Cattle Company (CCC) is the founding operating platform of Gunn Agri Partners and one of Australia's leadinginstitutionally-ownedbeef businesses. Managing more than 65,000 head of cattle across five properties spanning almost one million hectares throughout Queensland, CCC is committed to sustainable livestock production, operationalexcellenceand disciplined commercial management.
Our people are central to our success. We foster a culture built on integrity, accountability,collaborationand continuous improvement, providing our employees with the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing agribusiness.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager, theroleis responsible forproviding commercial leadership and strategic analysis to support business performance and informed decision-making across Cunningham Cattle Company.
Working closely with operational leaders,financeand key stakeholders, you will analyse financial and operational performance, develop commercial insights, prepare businesscasesand support strategic initiatives that enhance business outcomes. The role also provides commercial support for asset transactions, investment analysis and other strategic projects asrequired.
This position is suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical commercial outcomes and is comfortable working across both financial and operational aspects of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Livestock & Commercial Transactions
Manage livestock transaction processes, including cattle sales,purchasesand inter-property transfers, ensuringaccuraterecording and reconciliation.
Coordinate bullpurchasingprograms, tracking commitments against approved headcount and per-head pricing budgets.
Support agistment transactions, including data reconciliation and performance monitoring across external properties.
Provide commercial analysis and evaluation for significant livestock or asset transactions as they arise.




Maintainaccuratetransaction records to support financial reporting, boardpapersand audit requirements.
Commercial Strategy & Business Performance
Analyse operational and financial performance toidentifyrisks,opportunitiesand areas for improvement.
Develop business cases and commercial recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
Monitor business performance against budgets,forecastsand strategicobjectives.
Identifyopportunities to improve operational efficiency,profitabilityand business performance.
Develop andmaintainfinancial models to support forecasting, scenarioplanningand investment analysis.
Provide detailed commercial analysis for capital expenditure, operationalinitiativesand strategic projects.
Perform sensitivity analysis and assess commercial risks and opportunities.
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes whererequired.
Manage recurring livestock data processes,andmaintainclosing livestock numbers and related reporting
Contract & Agreement Management
Coordinate the review, drafting and management of commercial and contractor agreements across the business.
Liaise with external legal counsel to progress contract review and ensure agreements reflect commercial and operational requirements.
Maintain a central record of key agreements, renewaldatesand obligations across properties.
Work with relevant internal stakeholders (e.g. safety, operations) to ensure agreements incorporate all necessary requirements before execution.
Reporting & Decision Support
Prepare executive reporting, commercialdashboardsand presentations for senior leadership.
Providetimelyanalysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
Review completed projects and initiatives to evaluate outcomes andidentifyfuture opportunities.




Present complex financial and operational information in a clear and practical manner.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong working relationships with operational leaders, financeteamsand external advisors.
Partner with business leaders to understand operational challenges and provide commercial solutions.
Contribute to a collaborative culture that supports informed, evidence-based
decision-making.
Procurement Coordination
Coordinate procurement processes for infrastructure and capital projects, including sourcing and comparing supplier quotes.
Develop supplier-agnostic specifications and materials lists to support competitive, transparent procurement.
Liaise with suppliers and contractors to obtainaccuratequotes and ensure scope is clearly communicated.
Support station managers in procurement decisions, balancing cost,qualityand timing considerations.
About You
You are a commercially minded professional with the ability to analyse complex information,identifyopportunities and influence sound business decisions.
You will bring:
Demonstrated experience in commercial management, corporate finance, businessanalysisor a similar role.
Robust financial modelling and analytical capability.
Experience developing business cases,forecastsand executive reporting.
Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to balance financial,operationaland strategic priorities.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience supporting strategic projects, asset transactions or investment activities will be highly regarded.
Qualifications in Commerce, Finance, Economics,Businessor a related discipline.
Why Join Cunningham Cattle Co?
This is an opportunity to work within one of Australia's leading institutional agricultural businesses, contributing to strategic decision-making and commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of operations. You will work alongside experienced leaders in a role that offers variety,challengeand the opportunity to influence meaningful business outcomes.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Commercial Manager/Business Analyst– Cunningham Cattle Co (New South Wales)
🏢 Cunningham Cattle
📍 New South Wales