Outbound Logistics Controller

Join Versuni as an Outbound Logistics Controller

About the role:

Supports the Supply Chain function with the realization of their financial objectives through sound budgeting & planning and tracking of financial performance in outbound logistics (transportation, handling, warehousing). Support the Head of Operations Controlling ensuring an accurate and transparent planning and performance management framework in the areas of competence. This role reports into the Head of Operations Controlling and acts as business partner to the Head of Supply Chain. The role requires solid senior stakeholder management, with engaging communication style given the frequent iteration with the broader Finance community (in Operations, Group and Markets) and Supply Chain Leadership Team.

The impact you’ll make:

• Oversees the overall planning and control cycle for own area of responsibility, including:
  • Implementing and executing the planning and forecasting cycle in alignment with Operations Controlling agenda (annual operating plan, periodic forecasting, monthly outlook)
  • Working closely with the Head of Supply Chain and Supply Chain Market Leaders to translate operational assumptions and guidance into financial forecasts
  • Defining, validating, and challenging cost assumptions (volume, mix, productivity, and inflation driven)
  • Aligning with Markets on submissions and supporting as needed to ensure overall logistics costs are in line with provided guidance
• Execute month end close (MEC) activities to drive accuracy of results, including:
  • Aligning with Supply Chain operations, COE, and accounting team to ensure correct accruals are in place
  • Preparing monthly reports (execution at COE and/or Accenture) and leading monthly review with Supply Chain team
  • Signing off monthly results and providing clear explanation of deviations between actuals and plan (budget and/or forecast), prior year, and per distribution channel
• Enhance management reporting and analytics to improve understanding and increase transparency in results explanation, including:
  • Driving transparency and challenging the financial performance of the area of responsibility
  • Deep diving and explaining cost development per country and distribution channel (volume, price, productivity, incidental costs)
  • Analyzing cost development, creating the link with operational drivers (Transportation Management system), and defining with Supply Chain Leaders productivity and cost efficiency actions
• Contribute to the Finance and Operations (Controlling) transformation and strategy rollout as Operations Controlling team member, including:
  • Supporting and executing Operations Controlling strategy deployment
  • Indirectly managing one or more COE analysts to define reporting, analytics, and process coordination required
  • Supporting as Finance Business Partner key strategic projects in Supply Chain

The skills and knowledge you’ll bring:

• Relevant work experience in Finance domain, with 5 - 8 years of experience
• Financial education (Finance bachelor, CMA, CFA or equivalent)
• Good knowledge of SAP S4, reporting tools (SAC), and business intelligence tools (Power BI)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with database/data bricks management tools
• Solid experience in Operations Finance (Logistics, Supply Chain or similar)
• Strong FP&A skills and ability to communicate and explain operations results
• Deep understanding of financial concepts such as delta NPV, forward looking modelling or trend analysis, and measures to determine financial impact in the decision-making process
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong will to challenge status quo and ability to drive cross-functional initiatives
• Ability to influence and lead without hierarchical authority (within and outside Finance)
• Strong analytical skills and hands-on mentality
• Fluent in English

What we’ll give you in return:

• Internationally competitive base salary, benchmarked against global industry and market leaders
• Performance-based Annual Incentive Program, rewarding those who dare and achieve more
• Top of the market pension scheme, with higher-than-average company contributions
• Work from home, commuting and phone allowances to support your daily commute, home office setup & business connectivity
• Hybrid working model, effectively combining working from the office & home, depending on team dynamics and personal needs
• Working from abroad for up to 30 days per year, supporting our many international colleagues as well as travel enthusiasts
• Extensive holiday package, additional care and development days, extensive maternity / paternity leave & possibility to purchase days
• Bicycle Plan, possibility to select a company bicycle for daily commute along with accessories & insurance
• Health Insurance Discount when signing up with our partner insurance
• Gym Membership Discount to support your focus on health and wellbeing
• Product Discounts on all Versuni products which are sold under the Philips brand and our other brands
• High growth environment, offering exciting learning and career development perspectives beyond your first role

Ready to make an impact?

From developing game-changing air fryers to perfecting the art of coffee making, Versuni’s purpose is turning houses into homes — and we’re calling on your talent to bring it to life. Join our global team of 6,000+ passionate individuals, work with world-class brands, and shape the future of home living. We’re ready for you — are you ready for us?