Build the Programs to Help Flexport Grow as a Strategic Finance-Partner to Our Commercial (Sales) Organization
The opportunity:
We’re looking to hire a Senior Commercial Finance Manager on our Amsterdam-based Finance team. In Commercial Finance, you'll be a direct sparring partner to the European Leadership team including General Managers and Sales Directors. The Commercial Finance team is responsible for accelerating the profitable growth of our business by identifying and implementing new opportunities and solutions.
You Will:
Business Co-Pilot - Support Strategic Decision-Making
Support the business leaders in their scope on budgeting / forecasting, performance management, financial reporting, headcount management / approvals
Drive key financial metrics, strategic decision making, business reviews and ad hoc analysis; responsible for the P&Ls down to contribution margin
Support business and operations on projects and initiatives by providing in depth financial insights as a trusted business partner
Provide analytics and insights around the end-to-end customer life cycle including operations, marketing, customer acquisitions, customer lifetime value, customer profitability and return on investment
You Should Have:
8 - 10 Years of Professional Experience
Degree in Business (Finance, Accounting preferred) or Economics; prior Commercial Finance experience required (i.e. support of Commercial / Sales organizations)
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Articulate and persuasive communication skills (written and verbal)
High attention to detail, accuracy and strong analytical skills required
Proactive, self-motivated, can work autonomously and take initiative to learn
A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry
About Flexport:
At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make it easy and accessible for everyone. We’re shaping the future of a $8.6T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
Worried About Not Having Any Logistics Experience?
Don’t be! Our mission is to make global trade easy for everyone . That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.
We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success.
At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global trade easy for everyone relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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