Finance Business Partner - Logistics & Distribution
Application Deadline:
10 February 2025 Department:
Finance Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Poole - Nuffield Industrial Estate Compensation:
£50,000 - £70,000 / year
Description
Diversity matters We are building a brand that represents the people of the world. It’s what you do that counts, and we are always looking to expand perspectives and voices to shape our future. We see you, we celebrate you, we want you! Who we are You might know us as the inventors of the bath bomb, but there’s more to this great-smelling, partly employee-owned, family-run company than pioneering cosmetics. We believe our business should put more back into the world than it takes and demonstrate that capitalism can be a force for good. The Living Wage Foundation’s statement 'a hard day's work deserves a fair day's pay' is one that we are proud to commit to in the UK. As an accredited Living Wage employer, we put our people first and fight cruel practices like animal testing, promote regeneration, and show that it is what’s inside that counts - whether that’s an ingredient in a product, or the minerals in a smartphone. Background Global political unrest, rising fuel and energy costs and climate-driven disruptions has meant importing our raw materials and distributing them between our global manufacturing sites has never been so challenging. The same applies to distributing our products to stores, both domestically and to export markets. Costs have spiralled and delays have become the norm. Going forwards, creating a robust and cost effective way of moving goods around our business is essential. The Right product, in the right place, at the right time. Job Overview The Finance Business Partner for logistics and distribution is an amazing opportunity to help shape the future of this area. The role will have a global focus, the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders in various markets and help ensure that distribution is recognised as a business critical function in its own right. Ultimately we expect the job role to represent the finances of the distribution function at a Manufacturing Board/Leadership level. Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response or our business requirements change.
Key Responsibilities
Establish a framework for consistent, global reporting for our logistics and distribution functions. Produce a quarterly report for our global finance pack. Establish detailed reporting and KPIs using ‘forensic detail’ to help monitor the costs and identify opportunities. Identify the information requirements for this area and re-design processes and systems to ensure this data is collected in an automated way, ideally linking to our QAD ERP system. Working with internal teams to collate clear business driver information relating to provide insights for relevant stakeholders. Immersing yourself in the world of logistics, working closely with teams to identify opportunities to improve costs and create resilience for our supply chains. Work with the Supply Chain Impact Reporting Team to establish reporting and monitor non-financial metrics, including our carbon and environmental impact. Work closely with our Digital Fulfilment Leadership Team to find synergies and share best practices with the B2C distribution channels. Work with the operational teams to identify investment opportunities and create capex appraisals for sign off. Support our Import/Export Manager with freight forwarder reviews and contract negotiations. Provide data and contribute to the business marine insurance policy renewal process. Work with our operational teams to review the structure of our current distribution facilities/teams and identify any changes required to support the next few years growth. Work with our Manufacturing, Buying & Retail teams to help shape the distribution vision. Explore options for different business models.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The ability to adapt to the changing requirements of business customers and stakeholders. Strong analytical and presentation skills. Communication and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge inputs. Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills. The ability to convey complex financial information in a concise, non-technical manner. Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance managers in a clear and concise way with the ability to listen, interpret, influence, negotiate, inspire and challenge. Hands on, super sharp and switched on - flexible, friendly, and up for any challenge. Analytical, with a commercial mindset, and having a keen attention to detail. Prior experience in business partnering - manufacturing industry experience a plus. Accounting experience at a senior level, ideally ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified, with experience working for a global business. Advanced spreadsheet and reporting skills. Proactive and able to self manage.
Benefits
25 days holiday plus bank holidays. *6 months’ full pay for parental leave (primary caregiver). *Enhanced paternity leave. Bonus scheme. Day off for weekday birthdays. Holiday purchase scheme. 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments. Cycle to work scheme. Discounted rail and bus season tickets. Employee assistance programme. *Financial childcare support on return to work. We’re 10% Employee Owned - all colleagues play a role in protecting our ethics, our independence, contributing ideas for the future and share in the rewards of success when the company is doing well. Support groups, film nights, yoga, meditation sessions and much more.
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Application Deadline:
10 February 2025 Department:
Finance Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Poole - Nuffield Industrial Estate Compensation:
£50,000 - £70,000 / year
Description
Diversity matters We are building a brand that represents the people of the world. It’s what you do that counts, and we are always looking to expand perspectives and voices to shape our future. We see you, we celebrate you, we want you! Who we are You might know us as the inventors of the bath bomb, but there’s more to this great-smelling, partly employee-owned, family-run company than pioneering cosmetics. We believe our business should put more back into the world than it takes and demonstrate that capitalism can be a force for good. The Living Wage Foundation’s statement 'a hard day's work deserves a fair day's pay' is one that we are proud to commit to in the UK. As an accredited Living Wage employer, we put our people first and fight cruel practices like animal testing, promote regeneration, and show that it is what’s inside that counts - whether that’s an ingredient in a product, or the minerals in a smartphone. Background Global political unrest, rising fuel and energy costs and climate-driven disruptions has meant importing our raw materials and distributing them between our global manufacturing sites has never been so challenging. The same applies to distributing our products to stores, both domestically and to export markets. Costs have spiralled and delays have become the norm. Going forwards, creating a robust and cost effective way of moving goods around our business is essential. The Right product, in the right place, at the right time. Job Overview The Finance Business Partner for logistics and distribution is an amazing opportunity to help shape the future of this area. The role will have a global focus, the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders in various markets and help ensure that distribution is recognised as a business critical function in its own right. Ultimately we expect the job role to represent the finances of the distribution function at a Manufacturing Board/Leadership level. Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response or our business requirements change.
Key Responsibilities
Establish a framework for consistent, global reporting for our logistics and distribution functions. Produce a quarterly report for our global finance pack. Establish detailed reporting and KPIs using ‘forensic detail’ to help monitor the costs and identify opportunities. Identify the information requirements for this area and re-design processes and systems to ensure this data is collected in an automated way, ideally linking to our QAD ERP system. Working with internal teams to collate clear business driver information relating to provide insights for relevant stakeholders. Immersing yourself in the world of logistics, working closely with teams to identify opportunities to improve costs and create resilience for our supply chains. Work with the Supply Chain Impact Reporting Team to establish reporting and monitor non-financial metrics, including our carbon and environmental impact. Work closely with our Digital Fulfilment Leadership Team to find synergies and share best practices with the B2C distribution channels. Work with the operational teams to identify investment opportunities and create capex appraisals for sign off. Support our Import/Export Manager with freight forwarder reviews and contract negotiations. Provide data and contribute to the business marine insurance policy renewal process. Work with our operational teams to review the structure of our current distribution facilities/teams and identify any changes required to support the next few years growth. Work with our Manufacturing, Buying & Retail teams to help shape the distribution vision. Explore options for different business models.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The ability to adapt to the changing requirements of business customers and stakeholders. Strong analytical and presentation skills. Communication and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge inputs. Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills. The ability to convey complex financial information in a concise, non-technical manner. Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance managers in a clear and concise way with the ability to listen, interpret, influence, negotiate, inspire and challenge. Hands on, super sharp and switched on - flexible, friendly, and up for any challenge. Analytical, with a commercial mindset, and having a keen attention to detail. Prior experience in business partnering - manufacturing industry experience a plus. Accounting experience at a senior level, ideally ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified, with experience working for a global business. Advanced spreadsheet and reporting skills. Proactive and able to self manage.
Benefits
25 days holiday plus bank holidays. *6 months’ full pay for parental leave (primary caregiver). *Enhanced paternity leave. Bonus scheme. Day off for weekday birthdays. Holiday purchase scheme. 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments. Cycle to work scheme. Discounted rail and bus season tickets. Employee assistance programme. *Financial childcare support on return to work. We’re 10% Employee Owned - all colleagues play a role in protecting our ethics, our independence, contributing ideas for the future and share in the rewards of success when the company is doing well. Support groups, film nights, yoga, meditation sessions and much more.
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