Supply Chain Finance Business Partner - Enterprise Market

LIPTON Teas and Infusions; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

LIPTON Teas and Infusions seeks a Supply Chain Finance Business Partner to lead financial strategies across emerging markets. This role focuses on optimizing working capital, driving cost efficiency, and steering transformation in supply chain operations, requiring significant finance experience and analytical capabilities.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible working culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Finance, ideally within Supply Chain or FMCG.
• Factory finance experience is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a complex, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional initiatives for inventory and stock target optimization.
• Partner with stakeholders for cost savings and value creation.
• Drive strategic transformation initiatives to improve finance processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder influencing

Understanding of financial KPIs

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance

Degrees in Accounting or Economics

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Supply Chain Finance Business Partner - Enterprise Market

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Job Title : Supply Chain Finance Business Partner, Enterprise Market

Location : Dubai

Reports To : Supply Chain Finance Manager, Enterprise Markets

Department : Finance / Supply Chain

About Lipton Teas and Infusions

LIPTON Teas and Infusions is the world’s largest tea business, with world-class, purpose-driven brands such as Lipton, Pukka, Tazo, T2, PG Tips AND Brooke Bond. We are truly united in one purpose : “growing a world of wellbeing to generate value for all”. In July 2022, CVC Capital Partners Fund VIII took over the full ownership of the LIPTON Teas and Infusions business (previously called ekaterra) from its former owner, Unilever. As a standalone entity with a dedicated single-category focus, we are even better positioned to lead the tea industry, delivering higher growth and value, and a greater impact on the communities we serve / wider world. With 9 production factories in four continents and tea growing estates in three countries, the business is profitable and growing, with our brands reaching hundreds of millions of consumers. Present in over 100 countries with an annual revenue of approximately EUR 2 billion.

Under the ownership of CVC, LIPTON Teas and Infusions has an exciting future ahead with opportunities for increased investments in our iconic brands, our people, and our capabilities, underpinned by our Value Creation Plan (VCP) strategy. Combining the strength and scale of our brands with a focus on speed and agility, LIPTON Teas and Infusions is brewing a corporate start-up mindset that’s opening-up new opportunities for its people to flourish every day. E-commerce acceleration is at the heart of the strategy, and we are keen to have talented experts to join us on this exciting journey.

We put consumer love & science at the heart of every decision. We celebrate diverse thinkers who take personal ownership to connect ideas and make impactful things happen; people who share our values around humanity and courage and give their commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of all. In return, we offer a working culture that gives our people freedom and flexibility, and where they can grow both personally and professionally to master their field.

Be part of our amazing blend. Come and grow yourself and, in turn, help us to grow a world of wellbeing!

The qualities we look for

Lipton Teas and Infusions is made up of a special blend of individuals which make our teams exciting and diverse. To be part of our tea family, whether for a short period or over the long term, we are looking for individuals who think Green and are environmentally conscious, who understand the power of simplicity and who are accountable for their actions. We want those who infuse mastery and passion in everything they do to create great products and unforgettable experiences for our consumers.

Role Purpose :

As Supply Chain Finance Business Partner for the Enterprise Market (covering Africa, Middle Asia, Australia, Japan, and other emerging markets), you will serve as the strategic finance lead for supply chain operations. You will ensure financial stewardship, drive cost efficiency, and enable effective decision-making across the regional supply chain footprint. Your role is pivotal in supporting transformation, optimizing working capital, and ensuring alignment with corporate financial and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Stock Target Optimization

• Lead the regional initiative to achieve inventory target.
• Set and cascade market-specific stock targets in coordination with regional and global stakeholders.
• Monitor performance vs targets and drive root cause analysis for deviations.
• Collaborate with supply planning, demand planning, and operations teams to improve inventory health.

2. Cost Savings & Value Creation

• Partner with SC, Procurement, and Finance to deliver supply chain savings.
• Identify and track cost optimization opportunities across logistics, sourcing, and manufacturing.

3. Transformation Projects & Process Excellence

• Lead strategic transformation initiatives to simplify and harmonize supply chain finance processes.
• Support end-to-end implementation of digital tools, automation, and best practices.
• Act as finance lead in cross-functional projects, ensuring accurate ROI analysis and benefit tracking.
• Define and implement SCF roles and responsibilities across markets.
• Provide coaching, governance, and performance tracking for local SCF teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor to regional SC and Finance leadership to address country-specific challenges.

Key Interfaces :

• Regional & Local Supply Chain Teams
• Country Finance Directors & Controllers
• Global Supply Chain Finance Function

Skills & Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Finance, ideally within Supply Chain or FMCG environments.
• Factory finance experience is mandatory.
• Strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of supply chain operations and financial KPIs.
• Proficient in SAP, Power BI, Excel, and financial modeling.
• Ability to work in a complex, matrixed, and fast-paced global environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

What's in it for you?

We believe that growth is for everyone, we believe in growing leaders and making space to grow an owner’s mentality and like nature we adapt, we change, and we grow. We believe in connections over hierarchies and (work)levels. We have a 'corporate start-up' approach; we act with speed and agility, and we have the strength and scale of a large corporation. We are building a better world of wellbeing and a better you.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Supply Chain

Manufacturing

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