INTRODUCTION:
For an international company working in the consumer goods sector we are looking for a Senior Finance Manager- Product Supply H/F
Permanent position at 100%
DESCRIPTION DE LA MISSION:
Main Responsibilities:
Supply Chain Financial Planning & Actuals Controlling
* Analyse monthly COGS (Cost of Goods) and Inventory actuals in collaboration with the relevant parties (plants, PS,/Global Business Services Accounting). Pro-actively work with the parties to identify gaps, drivers behind the gaps. Propose solutions to address the gaps sustainably, structurally and in a timely fashion.
* Own the quarterly COGS forecast, including:
* Volume: understand and reconcile various sources of volume (production volume, trade sales, etc.)
* COGS by SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) database, reflecting latest business assumptions.
* Inventory forecast, ensuring consistency with trade sales and production plan.
* Deep understanding of business drivers behind each COGS bucket: plant variances, scrap, savings, transport costs, etc.
* Alignment with The company management (CFO and Chief Supply Officer)
* Supporting the 5 Year Plan process with PS inputs
* Proposing and implementing continuous improvements to the forecast and actuals proofing processes, to make them more timely, efficient and accurate.
Supply Chain Financial Analysis
* Be the Finance “Business Partner” for PS
* In collaboration with Product Supply, identify, value and prioritize optimization/cost saving projects for all cost components (materials, freight, scrap, etc.). Utilise a broad set of analytical tools (benchmarking, loss analysis, trend analysis, variance analysis, etc.). Ensure all analysis is consistent, accurate and timely. Contribute to Cost Savings Summits on an annual basis.
* Annual assessment of overall company COGS structure, both on a macro-level and down to BOM (Bill Of Material) level for key products.
* Lead annual price setting with ADSH
* Support Purchasing for annual cost negotiations with key 3rd party suppliers and contract manufacturers.
* Support PS leadership with financial analysis for strategic Supply Network Redesign and Business Continuity projects.
* Own product costing for new product initiatives.
* Provide backup for cost/transfer price maintenance in SAP.
Stewardship
* Perform COGS actuals proofing and implement corrective actions.
* Oversight of COGS masterdata controls, in collaboration with The company Accounting and the Financial Controller.
* Support the internal Control Self Assessments (CSA) program as needed.
* Support and provide timely/quality input to the Audit Process mainly focusing on COGS
* Perform Subpart F reporting to parent companies
* Ensure compliance with JV processes. Eg. STEAM, Decision Authority, etc.
* Take on additional roles/functions outside of their immediate responsibilities as required.
PROFIL ATTENDU:
Qualifications & Experience:
* Relevant university degree or equivalent.
* Relevant and extensive finance experience, with focus on Financial Planning, Controlling and Product Supply Finance
* Experience with international trade and manufacturing operations, with manufacturing operations (in-house and/or contract manufacturing)
* Affinity with and good knowledge of financial systems, preferably SAP, PowerBI, KNIME
* Competent in using all Microsoft tools, in particular MS Excel
* Solid accounting and internal controls skills
* Strong analytical & problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
* Accountable for results. Able to work with limited guidance.
* Experience in dealing with significant complexity in a fast-paced environment. Effective priority management is essential.
* Demonstrating personal initiative and autonomy.
* Strong team player; proven abilities in cross-functional collaboration.
* Ability to influence.
* Curious, creative, insightful. Can challenge status quo and recommend/design/implement new processes. Continuous improvement mindset.
* Excellent written & oral communication skills.
* Fluent in English. Other languages are advantageous.
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