As a Senior Finance Analyst in Logistics, you will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating financial activities for our LA operations, which encompass +60 warehouses and +20 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, 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:
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- 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 and Spanish, 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.