Finance Business Partner – Logistics

Location: Baku, Azerbaijan

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner – Logistics to join our FP&A team at Umico Market. This role will play a critical part in shaping the financial strategy and performance of our logistics operations and third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships. The ideal candidate will act as a strategic partner to the logistics team, providing financial insights, cost control measures, and data-driven recommendations to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for logistics costs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with logistics team to optimize cost structures and improve financial performance.
• Cost Control & Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• KPI Monitoring: Develop and track key logistics performance indicators (e.g., cost per order, delivery efficiency, utilization, etc.).
• Investment Analysis: Evaluate and support decision-making on logistics infrastructure investments, such as new fulfillment centers or automation projects.
• Pricing & Contracts: Work with procurement to assess third-party logistics contracts, negotiate better rates, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Scenario Modeling: Perform scenario analysis to assess the financial impact of logistics network changes and operational improvements.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management and shareholders.
• Process Improvement: Drive automation and digitalization in logistics financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• High level of independence and responsibility in a critical business function.
• Work in a dynamic environment with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• A supportive environment that fosters learning and professional development. 
• Hands-on experience in shaping logistics finance strategy in a rapidly growing marketplace in Azerbaijan.

If you are interested and meet the specified criteria, please send your CV to the email address with “Finance Business Partner (Logistics)_FP&A” in a subject line. 

We are waiting for you to join our team!