Shanghai, CN

FVL Business Controller APAC

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

About the role

This critical senior management role assists in developing and implementing the Finished Vehicle Logistics’ (FVL) financial and operational strategy in the APAC region. Charged with further developing and executing innovation and technological advancement within the finance team, whilst maintaining focus on increasing revenue, optimizing cost and improving our customer interface.

Role supports respective leadership team in the delivery of service excellence to our customers, impeccable execution, and financial returns for the FVL business unit.

What you will be doing

Accountable for all financial outcomes for the FVL Operations in APAC - Delivering a high level of customer service and demonstrating continuous improvement to drive best practice

Manage the ICAP process for FVL Business. Support FVL BD & Operations team with the preparation and presentation of business cases for new business and capital expenditure (Capex) and ensure realisation of returns on investment

Developing a high performance Team focused on delivering Business Commercial, Financial and Operational essentials. Mentor and coach respective leadership team and promote unity across all of CEVA’s operations and functional departments

Prepares and leads the process for annual business plan budgets and monthly business review in conjunction with the FVL Operations and C&F Management Teams

Actively participate in the solution design and implementation of new business, account management, and develop operational customer relationships

Drive compliance of contractual requirements to ensure no contract scope creep and revenue leakage while exceeding customer expectations

Lead and support the APAC FVL strategic objectives to enhance the current service offering

Delivery of Business plan including budgeted profit levels for each entity and contract operating within FVL Business

Assists the financial control team to manage accounting function including preparation, closing and reconciliation of the financial records

Prepare & Present P&L analysis for monthly business reviews

Monitor and manage revenue and costs by analysing P&L reports and initiate actions to increase revenue or reduce costs through direct liaison with the FVL Operational and Key Account managers
Inform Regional Finance BC Head, Country Finance Head & Product Heads of significant financial and operational issues, as applicable
Interpret KPI and financial results via weekly and monthly reporting of major variances to budget

Prepare & Present monthly executive report on financial performance of the business

Manage the strategic process in order to identify opportunities and mitigate risks to support FVL business unit in achieving budget by creating provisions/insurance for risks and converting opportunities into actuals (cost savings, organic growth, new product/service development, VAS)

Works collaboratively with KAMs and Operational GMs in the preparation and during the process of Contract Renewal and or Change of Scope in order to assist the business in retaining the customer at a reasonable profit. Extend P&L review and improvement through liaison with KAMs

Customer contract management: Contract renewals & rate reviews, scope creep, revenue leakage and billing accuracy

Cost savings:

Drive efficiency in the areas of transport/compound utilisation, labour sharing and other infrastructure costs through benchmarking (internal & external)
Continuously look for ways to improve profitability, drive cost reduction through, rates negotiation with customer and vendors
Maintain strong relationships with Property Management Team. Support Property Team with operational requirements/best practices when looking for new sites in line with FVL’s Property Strategy. I.e. Balance between minimising white space and procuring new properties in time to avoid losing new opportunities

Performs other duties as assigned and as required.

The Successful Candidate

Tertiary qualification in Finance or related field.
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

Proven track record of related work or industry experience
Experience leading large teams
Experience leading and managing a complex supply chain business
Achieving delivery of targets

Safety management awareness
Strong business acumen and financial understanding
Able to build operational bench strength
Highly developed problem-solving skills
Strong strategic planning capabilities
Proven capabilities in coaching and developing others.

Must be a good communicator and able to present at all levels within the organisation

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.