Supply Chain Finance Business Partner Enterprise Market

Lipton; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tea brand in Dubai seeks a Supply Chain Finance Business Partner to lead financial initiatives across the region. This role is crucial for optimizing working capital and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. Responsibilities include managing inventory targets, driving cost savings, and supporting digital transformation projects. Candidates should have 5+ years in finance, preferably in Supply Chain or FMCG, along with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of supply chain operations. The company promotes growth and collaboration within its teams.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in Finance ideally within Supply Chain or FMCG environments.
• Factory finance experience is mandatory.
• Deep understanding of supply chain operations and financial KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory target optimization initiatives.
• Partner with procurement and finance for cost savings.
• Implement digital tools and best practices.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder influencing

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

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 worlds 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.

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
• Procurement Planning & Logistics Teams
• Digital Transformation / IT Teams
• Global Supply Chain Finance Function

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters 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.

Whats in it for you

We believe that growth is for everyone we believe in growing leaders and making space to grow an owners 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.