SUPPLY CHAIN FINANCE MANAGER London, England
Job description
Dr. Martens is a globally famous and culturally influential British brand with over 60 years of heritage. Our products have become cultural icons, instantly recognisable and with timeless appeal, which is still relevant to consumers all across the world today.
As brand custodians, we are lucky to work for a dynamic, thriving, and ethical business, with people from diverse backgrounds, who bring their true selves to work, and where anyone can grow their career. Do you have what it takes?
THE GIG
Our Supply Chain Finance Manager will be responsible for forecasting, reporting and analysis of all logistics costs. Your focus will be to partner with the Supply Chain teams in both the Regions and Group on variance analysis vs. standards and provide actionable insights to drive savings and enable growth. Also support on all Logistics projects related to cost savings and enabling growth for business.
As our Supply Chain Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Budgeting & Forecasting – bottom-up budget for logistics, rolling forecast of spend (financial year vs standards) and forecast five year spend to highlight any risks / opportunities vs. standards
- Standard Costing – calculate the standard cost for the financial year for logistics. This will require detailed analysis, utilizing appropriate data sets across multiple data sources.
- Monthly Reporting & Business Partnering – oversee the month end for Global Logistics ensuring accruals are accurate and posted on time. Partner with Group finance and Regional teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting inc. preparation of Monthly Management Reporting Pack.
- Cost Savings/ Projects – understand contracts and rates for all suppliers in Global Logistics. Partner with the Supply Chain team. providing cost analysis on any new logistics contracts- 3PL tenders, inbound, outbound shipping.
OUR FUNDAMENTAL QUALITIES
It’s never just a job at Dr. Martens. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our Fundamentals: INTEGRITY. PROFESSIONAL. PASSIONATE. TEAM PLAYERS.
We’re a diverse bunch who believe each role is as unique as the person who does it.
THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART
Put simply, for this role the key things we’re looking for are:
- Qualified accountant with one of the main accounting bodies (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) or international equivalent with experience of standard costing preferably within a multi-channel, international business.
- Advanced knowledge of excel with ability to use macros power queries and excel application development using VBA routines.
- Exposure to Finance systems at an operational level – (ideally D365) with experience creating and uploading journals as part of month end reporting process.
- Great leadership and relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork
- You’ll build a highly engaged team – you’ll embed a collaborative culture and ensure the team have direction (short & long term), guidance & support; coaching will be your go-to
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Welcome to the family free pair of docs
- 65% off all docs
- A dedicated culture team focusing on wellness and charity.
- 2 paid volunteer days per year
- Private healthcare
Are you ready to fill your boots? Apply now.
At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.
We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.
