Senior Analyst, Distribution Finance (3PL Operations)

Levi Strauss & Co.; Groveport (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Product discounts

Job summary

Levi Strauss & Co. in Groveport, OH is seeking a Senior Analyst in Distribution Finance to support 3PL operations across the US and Canada.

You will partner with Distribution Operations, Supply Chain, Accounting, and external logistics providers to drive cost efficiency and profitability. You will analyze expenses, validate billings, and develop forecasts for volume-driven costs while ensuring governance and controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, accounting, finance, or operational finance.
• Experience supporting supply chain, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or other operational business functions.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end close processes.
• Experience analyzing operational and volume-driven cost drivers.
• Experience reviewing contracts, vendor spend, or third-party service costs.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close, forecasting, annual operating plans, and long-range planning for 3PL distribution operations.
• Review and analyze 3PL operating expenses, contractual costs, and service-related charges.
• Validate 3PL billings and ensure compliance with contractual terms and financial expectations.
• Develop forecasts for volume-driven costs using shipment volume, inventory levels, productivity, and labour assumptions.
• Prepare financial and operational reporting, highlighting trends, variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Perform variance analysis and support financial accruals, journal entries, and close activities.
• Partner with distribution and logistics teams to evaluate operational performance against financial commitments and productivity targets.

Skills

FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Month-end close

Variance analysis

Contract review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Industrial Engineering, Actuarial Science, or related field

Job description

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself - and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit - and your future.

As a Senior Analyst, Distribution Finance (3PL Operations), you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance and governance of Levi Strauss & Co.'s third-party logistics network across the US and Canada. Partnering closely with Distribution Operations, Supply Chain, Accounting, and external logistics providers, you will deliver the financial insights and analysis that drive smarter decisions, optimise costs, and improve service performance. Your work will help strengthen critical distribution partnerships and ensure our network can scale to support consumer demand, business growth, and long-term profitability. This is a hybrid work schedule based in our Groveport, Ohio distribution centre. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs.

About the Job

Support month-end close, forecasting, annual operating plans, and long-range planning for 3PL distribution operations. Review and analyze 3PL operating expenses, contractual costs, and service-related charges. Validate 3PL billings and ensure compliance with contractual terms and financial expectations. Develop forecasts for volume-driven costs using shipment volume, inventory levels, productivity, and labour assumptions. Prepare financial and operational reporting, highlighting trends, variances, risks, and opportunities. Perform variance analysis and support financial accruals, journal entries, and close activities. Partner with distribution and logistics teams to evaluate operational performance against financial commitments and productivity targets. Monitor and support controls related to inventory management, shrink, cycle counts, revenue recognition, 3PL invoicing, and shortage claims. Partner with Accounting, Controllers, Internal Audit, and external auditors to support compliance and governance requirements. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, cost visibility, forecasting accuracy, and operational decision-making.

About You

5+ years of experience in FP&A, accounting, finance, or operational finance. Experience supporting supply chain, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or other operational business functions. Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end close processes. Experience analyzing operational and volume-driven cost drivers. Experience reviewing contracts, vendor spend, or third-party service costs. Translate financial data into actionable business insights across functions and levels. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Industrial Engineering, Actuarial Science, or a related field. CPA, MBA, or related professional certification preferred. This is a hybrid work schedule based in our Groveport, Ohio distribution centre. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs.

The expected starting salary range for this role is $80,100 - $117,500 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.

Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life.

Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.

Levi Strauss & Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.

#LI-Hybrid EOE M/F/Disability/Vets

LOCATION Groveport, OH, Distribution Centre

FULL TIME/PART TIME Full time

FILL DATE This position is expected to be filled by 09/27/2026.

Our common thread: We're originals. From day one, we've been doing it our way - creating our own drumbeat and building something that's different from the rest. That's why we're looking for people who are excited about finding their career fit and transforming the future. Because at Levi Strauss & Co., you can do what you love while staying true to who you are.