Job title : Supply Chain Business Controller
Job Location : Kiambu Deadline : April 16, 2025 Quick Recommended Links
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This position is responsible for providing strategic financial and logistical insights and support to the Director, Supply Chain in driving the implementation of key strategic initiatives, offering impactful advice, and ensuring the successful execution of the Supply Chain's initiatives in alignment with the business goals. The role aims to enhance shareholder value by setting and supporting the achievement of challenging financial and non-financial targets within a robust financial control environment.
Main Responsibilities
Financial Planning
Collaborate with the Director, Supply Chain to prepare the 3 year financial plan and annual budgetsOptimise financial performance by executing Profit and Value Added (P&VA) allocationsCollaborate with supply chain and commercial teams to execute commercial strategies and meet business goalsProvide strategic insights and recommendations to optimise financial performance and support the Company's long-term goalsAssist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts to guide business planning.Cost Control and Management
Collaborate with Director, Supply Chain to develop, monitor, and control all Supply Chain budgets, providing detailed variance analysis and recommending short- and long-term remedial interventionsChampion the cost management strategy within the Supply Chain Function by diligently monitoring activity rates, overheads, and material consumption, and recommending strategic interventionsContribute to budgeting and forecasting processes by challenging cost and revenue drivers and offering suggestions to enhance business performanceFoster financial awareness and drive a cost-conscious culture within the Supply Chain teamWork closely with the Director, Supply Chain to ensure delivery of expenses against set target for all Supply Chain cost lines such as warehousing, order management, inventory carrying costs and procurement costs monthlyReview and approve business cases presented by the Supply Chain Teams on a monthly or quarterly basisReview and approve staff expense claimsPrepare, review and approve supplier and freight claimsApprove Cash Advances (Imprest) and Travel Clearance for the Supply Chain TeamLead in product cost and inventory analysis, deviations root cause analysis, standard cost and product cost efficiency insights to the supply function.Monitor quantity and price variances of materials viz-a-viz the consumption regularly to safeguard the middle line therefore driving the bottom line.Carry out the cost accounting for all raw materials and all engineering procurements to ensure adherence to CAPEX budgets.Continuous process improvement mindset
Adopt and drive a Continuous Improvement culture and identify possibilities for further improvements on key performance indicators.Facilitate innovation and continuous improvement in supply chainFinancial analysis and reporting
Accurately perform value stream costing measures to produce reports that enhance forecasting and support value stream improvementsCollaborate with production planning staff to supply necessary financial information related to production and other Supply Chain departmentsGenerate and provide Monthly Operational Expense Reports and Production Usage Variances ReportsProvide financial analysis support on CAPEX projectsIdentify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring financial stabilityEnsure adherence to Internal Control Measures, ISO requirements, and Operations Excellence standardsStakeholder management
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials and resolving any issues that ariseCollaborate with supply chain, procurement, and logistics teams to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements with an aim to develop a cost-conscious cultureWork closely with procurement, production, and other supply chain teams to align supply chain activities with Company strategic initiatives.Minimum Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related fieldMaster's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is an added advantageProfessional Qualifications
Professional qualification in Finance or Accounting such as Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) or equivalentProfessional membership with a professional body such Institute of Certified Public Accountant (ICPAK), Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) or equivalentExperience
At least 6 years, 2 years' experience in management role in a similar role or busy functionExperience in senior financial planning role function in FMCG industry or manufacturing is an added advantagePractical experience in the use of MS packages and ERP systemsA good grasp in investment and portfolio management