Warehousing Controller

Finance

Permanent

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Warehousing Controller will be responsible for providing financial insights, forecasting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making within the warehousing and logistics function. This role ensures that financial objectives are aligned with operational goals and helps optimize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of warehousing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop, analyze, and manage budgets for warehousing operations, including labor, overhead, and capital expenditures.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual and budgeted financial performance, providing actionable recommendations.
• Prepare long-term financial forecasts based on operational trends and business strategies.

Cost Optimization:

• Analyze warehousing costs, including storage, labor, transportation, and inventory carrying costs.
• Partner with operations teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Support strategic initiatives to reduce expenses while maintaining or improving service levels.

Performance Monitoring:

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as mix adjusted variable cost, E&O and LCM inventory adjustments, returns logistics, damage claims, scrap, space utilization, and labor productivity.
• Provide financial support for continuous improvement initiatives in warehousing and logistics.
• Assess the financial impact of operational decisions and recommend changes to maximize profitability.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to evaluate potential warehouse expansions, consolidations, or relocations.
• Perform financial modeling for capital investment projects, such as automation or new technology implementations.
• Support the evaluation of third-party warehousing contracts and vendor negotiations.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Develop and maintain financial models and dashboards to provide real-time visibility into warehousing financial performance.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools.
• Deep understanding of warehousing and logistics operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align financial strategies with operational goals.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to work with large datasets.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (SAP) and BI tools (Power BI) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on actionable recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within warehousing, logistics, or supply chain functions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the financial health and operational efficiency of warehousing operations, driving value for the organization.