Finance Manager - Logistics (Maternity Cover)

Join us as Finance Manager – Maternity Cover – 12 months

JOB PURPOSE

As Finance Manager – Logistics, you will work closely with Logistics and Customer Operational Teams to help realise Logistics Net Productivity targets across all markets. The role involves Finance Business Partnering within the European Customer Operations team on logistics-related matters. You will also work closely with the SCFS (Supply Chain Finance Services) Logistics team based in Katowice, which supports pan-European finance activities across Transport, Warehousing and Overheads, offering valuable opportunities for collaboration between finance and operations teams.

This role is well positioned to deliver impact and unlock value for Unilever by fostering a robust financial framework and supporting optimisation opportunities that drive savings and service improvements. Working as part of a multi-layered team, you will report to the European Customer Operations Finance Senior Manager.

If you are passionate about enabling sustainable value creation across the full logistics value chain, this role could be a great fit. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a truly global and diverse environment, while continuing to grow your skills and expand your impact.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite people to be part of something bigger.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure robust and efficient financial processes are in place to deliver accurate actuals and forecasts.
• Drive insightful analysis of monthly logistics results by working closely with SCFS and Logistics teams.
• Develop action plans in collaboration with logistics teams and provide visibility of the resulting financial impact.
• Provide input for regional business cases and support Logistics Finance Senior Managers in the design of European logistics transformation projects.
• Monitor logistics efficiencies and maintain a clear connection between operational KPIs and financial results through the use of internal and external transport benchmarks.
• Conduct detailed analysis of operational and financial trends to support the development of an impactful logistics business plan.
• Provide support for relevant tendering processes.
• Support the central finance team in cyclical financial processes (e.g., forecasting and annual business planning).
• Provide effective support to BG Finance teams, particularly in reporting, performance tracking, and financial control.
• Ensure compliance with relevant elements of the Financial Control Framework.
• Partner with the Europe Customer Operations Finance team and Logistics Operations teams to proactively identify risks, develop mitigation plans, support delivery against targets, and maximise logistics cost productivity.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance roles (e.g., Controlling, Performance Management).
• End-to-end understanding of cost management and P&L, supported by hands-on experience in previous roles and a solid understanding of end-to-end logistics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a highly dynamic and complex environment.
• Experience working with a broad range of senior stakeholders and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions.
• Ability to establish governance frameworks that enable prioritisation against agreed business criteria.
• Strong team orientation, demonstrating commitment to collective goals and supporting others to achieve success.
• Proactively shares best practices, ideas, and insights to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Fluency in English.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience within the FMCG industry.
• Experience in a management, team leadership, or functional leadership role.
• Experience in cost analysis related to distribution and warehousing.

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation and benefits Clause

• Opportunities for the development and improvement of qualifications

• Sharing the costs of professional training and courses

• Benefits: life insurance, private medical care, pension fund, sharing the cost of sports activities. Benefits System – Cafetaria and many others

• Extra days off to take care of yourself and others

• Unilever store – Our products at attractive prices

• Annual bonus

• Company car OR Cash car allowance
   

Work location:

• Hybrid
   

Contract

• 12 months

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.