Business Control Expert 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.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion.  Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise. 

YOUR ROLE

This critical management role assists in developing and implementing the Ground &Rail’s (G&R) 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 G&R business unit.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Accountable for all financial outcomes for the G&R Operations in APAC - Delivering a high level of customer service and demonstrating continuous improvement to drive best practice
• Manage the ICAP process for G&R Business. Support G&R 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 G&R 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 G&R strategic objectives to enhance the current service offering
• Delivery of Business plan including budgeted profit levels for each entity and contract operating within G&R 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 G&R Operational and Key Account managers
• Inform Regional 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 G&R 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 G&R’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.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education & Qualifications

• 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
• Leading and managing a complex supply chain business
• Achieving delivery of targets

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

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.