Client Details

Our client is a leading player in the FMCG sector, with an international presence. This role looks after the UK entity, which is at an exciting point of growth and development.

Description

• Owning the financial budget and forecast cycles for the UK business
• Establishing close working relationship with the sales and marketing team to act as the "face of finance"
• Creation of a SKU based demand plan for a rolling 12 months, and liaising with internal stakeholders to produce a production plan for the year
• Performance management of logistics partners, negotiating terms and prices with suppliers and maintaining cost effective practices
• Daily & weekly sales volume reporting, and quarterly re-budgeting.
• Working closely with the management team to drive business performance.
• Providing strategic input and leadership on decision making issues.
• Day to day management of 3 direct reports across finance and supply chain
• Engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the business.

Profile

A successful 'Supply Chain Finance Manager' should be:

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Proven experience in a similar role within supply chain.
• Experience within FMCG/Alcohol industry will be highly advantageous
• Strong excel skills
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Proactive approach, and problem solving mindset
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication
• Available to start within the next month

Job Offer

• An estimated daily salary of 380 - 410 per day (inside Ir35)
• A 6 month temporary role with potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work in a leading FMCG company.
• Opportunity to work closely with the MD of a growing brand and make things happen!
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a new challenge in the FMCG industry, we encourage you to apply for this position in Reading.