Logistics Business Controller

Carbon60; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Business Controller for a contract position in Chester, United Kingdom. In this role, you'll shape financial strategies and enhance performance through financial modeling and reporting. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in logistics or manufacturing. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this pivotal position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis role, preferably in logistics or manufacturing.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and challenge business operational environment, including strategy and governance.
• Develop and run financial models to support decision-making.
• Anticipate financial risks and advise on mitigation strategies.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive mindset

Job description

Carbon60 are currently looking for a Logistics Business Controller to join their client based in Broughton.

This position is a contract role running until the end of November 2026. As the Logistics Business Controller, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and performance of this organisation.

Responsibilities

• Planning and challenging the business operational environment, including strategy, governance, and constraints.
• Developing and running financial models, simulations, and scenarios to support decision‑making.
• Anticipating financial risks and opportunities, and advising on mitigation strategies.
• Producing accurate financial reporting and analysing deviations to recommend corrective actions.
• Identifying cost optimisation and competitiveness initiatives, and monitoring their materialisation.
• Supporting the execution of financial processes, including resource review, headcount targets, and cost reallocation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar financial planning and analysis role, preferably within the logistics or manufacturing industry.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• A proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset, with the ability to anticipate and address financial challenges.
• Familiarity with relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.

If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please apply with an updated CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.