About This Role
<div><div>Additional Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>As a Sr Finance Analyst in Logistics, you will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating financial activities for our LA operations, which encompass +20 warehouses and +15 countries. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, driving decision-making through data-driven insights and financial analysis. </p><p> </p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b> </p><p></p><ul><li><p>Lead the financial cycle for Freight and Warehouse operations and inventory management, including period close, outlook forecasting, profit planning, and long-range planning. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Collaborate with LA SC managers to analyse Logistics operations in order to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Support cross-functional special projects that may involve interaction with global HQ, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and the Commercial Organization. Projects may include tariffs, premium freight management, and localization initiatives. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Develop and implement best-in-class logistics reporting and analytics, focusing on inventory analysis, variance analysis, and cost centre reporting. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Prepare materials for key logistics financial meetings, ensuring clarity and actionable insights. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Identify and implement process improvements across all financial functions, ensuring standardization and compliance within the logistics finance domain. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Serve as the primary contact for logistics finance coordination across different regions, addressing analytics gaps and enhancing reporting standards. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Coordinate with the Global Business Intelligence data analytics team to align on global analytics initiatives and develop innovative solutions for improving analytics capabilities. </p></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b> </p><p></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. (experience in FP&A) </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>3-5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel) </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards preferred) </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Direct experience in financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting within a logistics context </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ability to manage large data sets and perform data extraction from various systems </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Proficiency in English, with strong communication skills </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Proven ability to build partnerships with diverse groups and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Results-oriented with excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in a highly complex environment. </p></li></ul><p> </p><p><b>What’s in it For You:</b> </p><ul><li><p>Make a difference: Join us and be part of a stable, growing, global Fortune 500 company where you can have a positive impact </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Work life balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid working mode. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>We see you: Be recognized for meeting goals, and secure opportunities for advancement. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Learning and trainings: Sharpen your professional business acumen. </p></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>