We are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Controller within our Finance Department. This is a Permanent, full-time contract.

The Supply Chain Controller plays a critical role in driving cost control, reporting, forecasting and animation of freight, logistics and warehouse costs for the Wexford Supply point. Acting as business partner to the Supply Chain and Logistics team, you will help to increase the understanding and awareness of logistics costs, increase forecast accuracy and support in cost saving / productivity opportunities.

The role is also required to perform volume reporting and analysis along with alignment both internally and externally. Clear understanding of volume changes and the impact to site costs will be communicated to relevant stakeholders and make a significant impact on financial reporting (recoveries and costs).

Volume analysis will be the main driver for intercompany alignment and recharges process required for both actual reporting and forecasting.

Another key element of the role is to support continuous improvements in the Wexford purchase order (PO) and goods receipting (GR) process, working with PO raisers in Wexford and P2P team.

Core responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Preparation and review of month end accounts for all supply chain and logistics cost lines in the P&L, including accrual journal preparation, monthly cost review vs forecast and animation and explanation to all stakeholders.
• Produce and circulate volume report analysis to relevant stakeholders.
• Input into rolling forecast process for Supply Chain and Logistics costs with clear visibility and understanding of cost forecast, including risk and opportunities.
• Continuously looking to improve reporting, animation and efficiency of our processes (Power BI, Tagetik).
• Provide efficient and accurate monthly Group reporting in required format.
• Ensure the integrity of the PO/GR process and regular review of GRNI, including regular training of Wexford PO raisers.
• Ad hoc analysis and requests
• Production of timely, accurate and effective monthly volumes and supply chain cost analysis for stakeholders.
• Comply to Group reporting timescales for reporting and analysis.
• Continuously improve the financial data within the ERP system to improve the quality of financial reporting and analysis.
• Comply to PO/GR compliance by driving culture of accuracy.
• Provide meaningful analysis for decision making.
• Educate all Wexford colleagues to a higher level of financial awareness.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified accountant- ACCA, ACA, CIMA or CPA qualified preferred
• Minimum of 2-5 years’ PQE, incl. 2-3 years of supply chain controlling.
• Must be numerate, analytical and have good oral & written communication skills
• Have hands on experience of modern integrated ERP systems & proficient in the use of Excel and PowerBI.
• Ability to work on own initiative and within cross functional groups
• Full management accountant remit with the ability to effectively support and partner the business and management.
• Broad range of relevant IT skills.
• Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Communicating complex and sensitive information.
• Sound problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Danone is a large, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company with market leading brands across four divisions: Essential Dairy and Plant Based Products, Waters, Specialised Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. Specialised Nutrition offers nutritional solutions with the shared goal of improving the health and well-being of vulnerable individuals, from the first day of pregnancy into old age. Danone Nutricia Wexford are a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing organisation, where no two days are the same. We are looking for high calibre, dedicated and experienced personnel to complement our existing workforce.

At Danone we are passionate in our commitment to sustainability with the belief in building a healthier future through food. Our eating and drinking choices have an impact on our own health, the health of our society and the health of our planet. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Nutricia Wexford proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to our business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company.

Please note, owing to the high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Competitive salary on offer, applicant dependant. In addition, we have an attractive bonus scheme, pension, subsidised Health Insurance (available after completing 6 months of employment), as well as a number of other benefits.