Senior Financial Analyst (Supply Chain)

Company: Kraton Corporation
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Make a +Difference at Kraton!
At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Finance team at our Jacksonville, Floridalocation.



The Senior Financial Analyst (Supply Chain & Logistics) is responsible for the overall financial Supply Chain & Logistics analysis and evaluation of supply chain activities and logistic information to help drive efficiencies, productivity and process improvements in partnership with Finance and Supply Chain leadership. The Senior Financial Analyst has a regional (North America) focus and global exposure.
Key Responsibilities
The Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

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• Tracking, measuring, analyzing, of supply chain and logistic spend ensuring recording is done timely and correctly
  
• Prepare reports for leadership to include data analysis of (internal) freight, tanks, distribution, warehouse cost, etc. for budget and KPI metrics
  
• Prepare statistical data for contract negotiations
  
• Financial analysis of scenarios provided by the planning group on demand /supply options & cost profit tradeoffs
  
• Partner with team members to Provide analytical support
  
• Participate in the supply chain meetings, such as S&OP, as needed
  
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve overall efficiencies, productivity and processes
  
• Provide support on special projects (as assigned)
  
• Provide backup for other responsibilities within Finance team
  
  Required Skills
  
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  • 4+ years of Logistics, Supply Chain or Operations related work experience
    
  • Advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel
    
  • Well organized, capable of handling a variety of issues and assignments
    
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal and project management skills
    
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    
  • Knowledge of SAP, BI and logistics systems
    
    Education, Certifications & Licenses
    
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    • Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Finance
      
    • Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
      
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      The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
      
      
      
      Kraton's internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies.We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
      
      
      
      Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
      

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