General information

All posting locations: Amsterdam, , Netherlands

Job Function: 11 - Logistics

Date Published: 26-Mar-2024

Ref #: R-80771

Description & Requirements

About the Position

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Finance professional to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Logistics Finance Controller lies within the Continental Europe. You’ll be working in a high performing team- alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into the Manager Finance Logistic of Continental Europe. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The control and management of Logistic cost for the region will be your primary responsibility. You’re constantly looking for process improvement and controls within the region.

Responsibilities

  • Ownership of the logistics P&L in the assigned BUs;
  • Forecasting (monthly) and budgeting (annually) for the logistics costs;
  • Business partnering with the local teams, link financial results to operations KPIs;
  • Analysis of the actual costs, investigation and explanation of the variances to the forecast and budget;
  • Reporting monthly performance results to executives;
  • Implement and drive process improvement and controls;
  • Support month-end close activities, liaising with the logistics support teams and GBS;
  • Ad-hoc analysis and business cases review

Qualifications


Hard Skills

  • Bachelor or Master Degree in Finance-Accounting;
  • 3-6 years of experience in Controlling/FP&A/Accounting;
  • Fluent English;
  • Experienced Microsoft PowerPoint- MS Excel user; knowledge of SAP would be considered as a plus;
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines with can do attitude.

Professional Attributes

  • Communication Skills
    • At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management- no matter your level. Therefore- it’s important you have excellent communication skills- to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.
  • Ability to Simplify
    • We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated- when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges.
  • Analytical
    • We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.
  • Result driven
    • You don’t only focus on your own results- but always do what’s best for the company.
  • Team player
    • Achieving results is nice- but achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player- which means you’re sometimes a leader- sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates. 

What we offer you

  • An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for you;  
  • A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
  • A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market);
  • Allowance for setting up home office, bike scheme;
  • Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea- please let us know and we can set it in action!

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.