Transport Operations Controller

Job Description

WE ACT AS BUSINESS PARTNER TO TRANSPORT OPERATIONS MANAGER TO ACHIEVE BUSINESS RESULTS, OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITHIN TRANSPORT.

Job Responsibility including but not limited to: 

•   Lead analysis and act as the speaking partner in the budget process, as well as related closings together with the Transport Operations Manager

•   Collecting and analyzing data from all related areas (returns, YMS, carrier etc)

•   Identify business opportunities to increase cost efficiency in the transportation network

•   Computing/ calculating all financial aspects in a tender process

•   Managing CERES and CO2 reporting from all contracted partners in the day-to-day business as well as in tenders

•   Responsible to ensure the quality and that requirements are met in all cost and sustainability appendixes in the RFP package

•   Responsible for invoice control and rate follow up for all connected carriers and suppliers

•   Computing all transport related data to reflect the agreed KPIs in score cards and regional reports

Qualifications

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

•   Advanced computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite

•   1-3 years of budgeting experience, including P&L, forecasting, etc.

•   Must have up-to-date knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance practices

•   Ability to look at business need and cost consciousness

•   Excellent people and communication skills

•   Ability to work independently and in a high pressure, multi-personality, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

•   Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.

•   Ability to protect confidential information

•   Excellent organizational skills

Minimum Candidate Qualifications: 

Competencies: 

•   Deep knowledge of controlling, logistics, transport, related software and regional specifics, as well as operational capabilities

•   Good understanding of cross-functional departments and collaboration within Regions

•   Solid skills in project mgmt., prioritization and business case

•   Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

•   Strong communication & coordination skills

•   Ability to collaborate and co-create with others

•   Agile mindset with a positive attitude to change and meaningful growth

•   Inclusive and empathetic towards others whilst encouraging diversity 

•   Ability to understand your impact to others and contribution to the bigger picture