Sr Financial Analyst International Logistics

Additional Job Description

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.  

  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Lead the financial cycle for Freight and Warehouse operations and inventory management, including period close, outlook forecasting, profit planning, and long-range planning. 

• Collaborate with LA SC managers to analyse Logistics operations in order to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency 

• 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.  

• Develop and implement best-in-class logistics reporting and analytics, focusing on inventory analysis, variance analysis, and cost centre reporting.  

• Prepare materials for key logistics financial meetings, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.  

• Identify and implement process improvements across all financial functions, ensuring standardization and compliance within the logistics finance domain.  

• Serve as the primary contact for logistics finance coordination across different regions, addressing analytics gaps and enhancing reporting standards. 

• Coordinate with the Global Business Intelligence data analytics team to align on global analytics initiatives and develop innovative solutions for improving analytics capabilities.  

  

  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. (experience in FP&A) 

• 3-5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting 

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel) 

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards preferred) 

• Direct experience in financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting within a logistics context 

• Ability to manage large data sets and perform data extraction from various systems 

• Proficiency in English, with strong communication skills 

• Proven ability to build partnerships with diverse groups and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely.  

• Results-oriented with excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in a highly complex environment.   

  

What’s in it For You:  

• Make a difference: Join us and be part of a stable, growing, global Fortune 500 company where you can have a positive impact  

• Work life balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid working mode.  

• We see you: Be recognized for meeting goals, and secure opportunities for advancement.  

• Learning and trainings: Sharpen your professional business acumen.