Fantastic opportunity for a Supply Chain Financial Controller to join an exceptional Logistics / Distribution business based in Birmingham.

Responsibilities:

Conduct monthly cost reviews with key budget holders
Key variances to budget to be explained and YTD variances to be minimised by working in conjunction with budget holders
Suggest/propose improvements where cost saving opportunities have been identified
Understand in detail the costing models used by the 3PLs
Constructively challenge operational decisions taken by 3PLs
Ensure 3PLs maintain strong level of service and value (OTIF, cost efficiencies etc.) through own input, analysis and challenge
Conduct weekly performance reviews
Monthly bridge of costs - actual vs budget and actual vs forecast for month and YTD as well as MoM with insightful commentary, highlighting any material or key variances and any corrective actions
Tracking of value-added service (VAS) spend at 3PLs linked to supplier NCRs and communicate to relevant parties for further action, holding them to account
Review and approve all stock adjustments and write-offs at 3PLs
Review and approve shortage and damaged stock credits
Financial modelling scenarios - strategic and operational
Coordinate, facilitate, prepare, review and submit budgets and forecasts for all W&D spend in line with Group timelines and requirementsRequirements:

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