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A.P. Moller - Maersk

Jan 17

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Cape Town
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 5-7 years in finance, experience in FMCG/logistics, strong business partnering skills, financial modeling expertise, excellent communication, and the ability to work in high-pressure, cross-functional environments.
  • You will drive product P&L, support strategic initiatives, analyze performance, develop business cases, communicate insights, and collaborate on cost-saving measures and reporting improvements.

Requirements

  • At least 5-7 years of relevant financial experience
  • Strong and progressive track record in business partnering and performance management
  • Experience in FMCG or Logistics/Supply Chain or Airline industry is essential
  • Experience in developing financial models and business cases
  • Ability to develop strong business relationships across all levels of the organization including senior executives from different functional and management responsibilities
  • Ability to make an impact and influence stakeholders and processes beyond the formal scope of your job description
  • Ability to critically challenge business stakeholders while maintaining a cooperative attitude to serve the company’s best interest
  • Excellent business communication skills with the ability to digest complex challenges and communicate in simple and clear business language to stakeholders
  • Ability to work well independently as well as in a team with different cultures and to manage cross functional interfaces
  • Confident, positive, assertive, team player, and customer oriented
  • Executive presence, ability to condense thoughts and package data for precise/timely decision making
  • Proactive, independent and self-starter
  • Ability to work under high pressure, with changing priorities, multiple assignments, ambiguity
  • Applied & advanced skills in external applications such as SAP BI, SAP BW etc. is an advantage
  • Business Acumen

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive product P&L. Work with other functions to improve reporting accuracy and ensure a fair representation of underlying business performance.
  • Support development and review of strategic initiatives. Support business decisions through data-driven insights into both financial and operational performance, with recommended actions.
  • Act as Finance Business Partner to the Area Product Manager with a strong focus on profitable accelerated L&S growth. Be a sparring partner who challenges assumptions, providing forward looking, independently initiated analysis which highlights risks and opportunities.
  • Develop clear narratives on financial performance, ensuring alignment with product and regional strategies.
  • Formulate and develop business cases as required by the business and ensure execution of the business case including monitoring of savings/cost.
  • Support simulations for different business scenarios.
  • For target setting, consider relevant economic framework conditions and set ambitious but realistic goals.
  • For forecast setting, consider forecast accuracy and follow up on own performance.
  • Work close with the functions to understand the business and the business need in form of reporting and KPIs.
  • Follow up with the functions on deviations versus target and forecast and ensure there is an understanding of why and that actions are taken.
  • Ensure qualitative management level communication to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support strategic decision making and proactive advisory based on KPI’s and translate business intelligence to stakeholders.
  • Work with other business partners, potentially sitting at the functions and reporting into this role.
  • Improve short- and long-term performance through relevant, accurate and timely reporting and analysis. Responsible for business intelligence and analytics to support decision making.
  • Responsible for Product KPI’s, identify gaps to plan, provide insights to co-create improvement plans with assigned execution teams.
  • Ensure cost optimal structure aligned with delivery/product functions for sites and business segments (productivity). Drive cost saving initiatives through constructive and continuous follow up with relevant stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with Business controlling function to ensure P&L hygiene for profit centre, cost centre, site allocation etc.
  • Develop and strengthen financial models to provide strong insights and support decision making. Performance management and “double clicks” for live business cases and business case pipeline management.
  • Provide visibility and insights to management on progression against strategic initiatives. Deliver insights and recommendations relating to product performance vs. benchmarks.
  • Take the lead to implement process improvements which you will identify through data analysis and feedback from stakeholders.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Finance Business Partner role at Maersk?

The primary purpose of the role is to provide holistic performance management in the SAI Area across AIR, LCL, and FCL product families, including overall responsibility for monthly performance reporting and rolling forecasts.

How many years of financial experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant financial experience is required for this position.

Which industries are preferred for candidates applying to this role?

Experience in the FMCG, Logistics/Supply Chain, or Airline industry is essential for candidates applying to this role.

Who does this role report to?

This role reports into the Area Product FBP Manager.

What kind of financial skills should the candidate possess?

Candidates should have experience in developing financial models and business cases, as well as a strong track record in business partnering and performance management.

Are there opportunities for collaboration in this role?

Yes, the role involves working closely with other functions and business partners to understand business needs and ensure effective reporting and KPI management.

What is the expected communication style required for this role?

Candidates should have excellent business communication skills with the ability to convey complex challenges in simple and clear business language to stakeholders.

What are the critical competencies for success in this role?

Critical competencies include being confident, assertive, a team player, customer-oriented, proactive, and having strong executive presence, among others.

Is there a focus on ethical practices in this role?

Yes, the role emphasizes competing ethically in the marketplace and being a credible and valuable business partner.

Does Maersk support diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?

Yes, Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and characteristics.

Are there opportunities for professional growth in this position?

Yes, the role offers an excellent opportunity to broaden or diversify one’s finance business partnering experience while working directly with Area Leadership and Region Finance Leadership.

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A.P. Moller - Maersk

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Maersk is a global leader in integrated container logistics, providing comprehensive shipping and supply chain services. The company specialises in container shipping, port operations, and supply chain management, helping businesses around the world move goods efficiently and reliably. Maersk's ultimate mission is to simplify global trade and make it more sustainable, enabling businesses to connect with markets across the globe. Their purpose is to drive the global economy forward by offering seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that reduce complexity, increase efficiency, and promote environmental sustainability in international trade.