Supply Chain Controller

Danone; Wexford; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension

Subsidised Health Insurance

Job summary

Danone is seeking a Supply Chain Controller in Wexford to drive cost control, forecasting and reporting for logistics costs. You will partner with the Supply Chain and Logistics teams to improve forecast accuracy and develop cost-saving opportunities.

The role involves volume analysis, intercompany recharges, and improving PO/GR and ERP data quality, with a focus on monthly financial reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CPA qualification preferred.
• 2–5 years’ PQE, including 2–3 years in supply chain controlling.
• Numerate, analytical with strong communication skills.
• Hands-on experience of modern ERP systems; proficient in Excel and PowerBI.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review month-end accounts for all supply chain and logistics cost lines in the P&L, including accruals and variance explanations.
• Produce and circulate volume report analyses to stakeholders.
• Input into rolling forecasts for Supply Chain and Logistics costs with visibility on forecast, risks and opportunities.
• Continuous improvement of reporting processes using Power BI, Tagetik, etc.
• Ensure integrity of PO/GR processes and training of PO raisers in Wexford.
• Ad hoc analysis and requests; monthly volumes and cost analysis for stakeholders.

Skills

Numerate

Analytical

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CPA qualification

Tools

PowerBI

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About The Job

We are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Controller within our Finance Department. This is a Permanent, full-time contract.

The Supply Chain Controller plays a critical role in driving cost control, reporting, forecasting and animation of freight, logistics and warehouse costs for the Wexford Supply point. Acting as business partner to the Supply Chain and Logistics team, you will help to increase the understanding and awareness of logistics costs, increase forecast accuracy and support in cost saving / productivity opportunities.

The role is also required to perform volume reporting and analysis along with alignment both internally and externally. Clear understanding of volume changes and the impact to site costs will be communicated to relevant stakeholders and make a significant impact on financial reporting (recoveries and costs).

Volume analysis will be the main driver for intercompany alignment and recharges process required for both actual reporting and forecasting.

Another key element of the role is to support continuous improvements in the Wexford purchase order (PO) and goods receipting (GR) process, working with PO raisers in Wexford and P2P team.

Core responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Preparation and review of month end accounts for all supply chain and logistics cost lines in the P&L, including accrual journal preparation, monthly cost review vs forecast and animation and explanation to all stakeholders.
• Produce and circulate volume report analysis to relevant stakeholders.
• Input into rolling forecast process for Supply Chain and Logistics costs with clear visibility and understanding of cost forecast, including risk and opportunities.
• Continuously looking to improve reporting, animation and efficiency of our processes (Power BI, Tagetik).
• Provide efficient and accurate monthly Group reporting in required format.
• Ensure the integrity of the PO/GR process and regular review of GRNI, including regular training of Wexford PO raisers.
• Ad hoc analysis and requests
• Production of timely, accurate and effective monthly volumes and supply chain cost analysis for stakeholders.
• Comply to Group reporting timescales for reporting and analysis.
• Continuously improve the financial data within the ERP system to improve the quality of financial reporting and analysis.
• Comply to PO/GR compliance by driving culture of accuracy.
• Provide meaningful analysis for decision making.
• Educate all Wexford colleagues to a higher level of financial awareness.

About You

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified accountant- ACCA, ACA, CIMA or CPA qualified preferred
• Minimum of 2-5 years’ PQE, incl. 2-3 years of supply chain controlling.
• Must be numerate, analytical and have good oral & written communication skills
• Have hands on experience of modern integrated ERP systems & proficient in the use of Excel and PowerBI.
• Ability to work on own initiative and within cross functional groups
• Full management accountant remit with the ability to effectively support and partner the business and management.
• Broad range of relevant IT skills.
• Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Communicating complex and sensitive information
• Sound problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

About Us

Danone is a large, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company with market leading brands across four divisions: Essential Dairy and Plant Based Products, Waters, Specialised Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. Specialised Nutrition offers nutritional solutions with the shared goal of improving the health and well-being of vulnerable individuals, from the first day of pregnancy into old age.Danone Nutricia Wexford are a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing organisation, where no two days are the same. We are looking for high calibre, dedicated and experienced personnel to complement our existing workforce.

At Danone we are passionate in our commitment to sustainability with the belief in building a healthier future through food. Our eating and drinking choices have an impact on our own health, the health of our society and the health of our planet.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Nutricia Wexford proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to our business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company.

Please note, owing to the high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

• Competitive salary on offer, applicant dependant.
• In addition, we have an attractive bonus scheme, pension, subsidised Health Insurance (available after completing 6 months of employment), as well as a number of other benefits.