Business Controller, Supply Chain Finance

Foot Locker; Haps; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition, inclusion and belonging in a diverse environment

25 holidays and flexible working

Employee discount on in-store and online products

Career development and growth

Access to premium wellness apps

Pension plan

Job summary

A leading global sports retailer is seeking a Manager Supply Chain Finance to oversee financial metrics for their EMEA Transportation Operations. This role entails budgeting, forecasting, and providing analysis to support leadership in decision-making. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, with 4–6 years of experience. Advanced Excel skills are essential, and knowledge of Power BI is advantageous. This position offers a hybrid work model and a range of benefits including employee discounts, flexible working hours, and health programs.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of related experience; Supply Chain/Logistics experience is a plus.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex business information.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly financial forecasts for EMEA Transportation.
• Prepare financial analyses for profitability and risk assessments.
• Drive analysis and recommendations using business intelligence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Power BI

Job description

Overview

The Manager Supply Chain Finance oversees the financial metrics for the Transportation Operations within the EMEA Supply Chain operations, which includes both Brick and Mortar and Direct to Consumer segments. The role will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of these segments, as well as partnering with operational leaders to provide visibility into expenses.

Responsibilities

• Manages the completion of the weekly financial forecast for EMEA Transportation and month‑end closure including reporting.
• Works with management, using critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, to translate goals into actionable tasks. Partners with Transportation Operational counterparts to develop actionable recommendations for Supply Chain leadership.
• Prepare various financial analyses to determine profitability, risk, and impact on the company.
• Utilize analysis to contribute to the decision‑making process that will help deliver on financial goals.
• Partner with Operations to develop a detailed expense budget and track/understand variances versus prior year/submissions.
• Drive analysis and recommendations through business intelligence and reporting. Support and present recommendations to leadership on day‑to‑day business opportunities/risks and strategies to capture/mitigate impact.
• Perform financial close processes and preparation of reconciliations.
• Maintain appropriate internal control documentation, as applicable, and adhere to formally documented control procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with Sarbanes–Oxley legislation and to prevent any audit exceptions.
• Prepare/approve complex financial entries in the General Ledger as needed.
• Provide support to management on special projects and requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) with a major in finance, accounting or related field.
• 4–6 years of related experience. Supply Chain/Logistics experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Excel and Word. Power BI is a plus.
• Maximum commute distance 60 km one way.

Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation). Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variable situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Recognition, inclusion and belonging in a diverse environment.
• 25 holidays and flexible working (hybrid position, in office 3 days p/w).
• Employee discount on in-store and online products.
• Casual sneaker culture.
• Learning & health/wellbeing programs.
• Career development and growth in an ambitious international team.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Access to premium wellness apps.
• Bike plan and contribution to gym subscription.
• Pension plan.
• Discounted collective health plans.
• Activities organized by our Social Committee.