Cost Control Expert - P2P

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

In Cost Control Department, we are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analyst and Reporting Expert with expertise in Finance and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing financial and procurement data, generating insights, and developing detailed reports to drive decision-making across accounts payable, and financial operations. You will collaborate closely with the Finance, Operational and Procurement teams to ensure the accuracy and relevance of data, while providing critical insights that support operational efficiency and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Collection & Analysis: Gather, process, and analyze data from finance, procurement, and supply chain systems (e.g., ERP, P2P platforms) to provide actionable insights and performance metrics.
• Reporting: Design, create, and maintain detailed financial and procurement reports, dashboards, and scorecards to support P2P, accounts payable, and overall financial performance.
• Spend & Cost Analysis: Conduct in-depth spend analysis to track procurement savings, supplier performance, cost variances, and payment terms.
• Vendor Performance Monitoring: Develop reports to measure supplier performance, invoice accuracy, and delivery timelines to support sourcing decisions and contract negotiations.
• Compliance & Risk Reporting: Generate reports that ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards across the P2P process.
• KPI Development & Monitoring: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Days Payable Outstanding (DPO), purchase order compliance, invoice cycle times, and procurement savings.
• Data Visualization: Present complex financial and procurement data in a clear and concise manner using data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel.
• Automation & Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process automation and data reporting improvements within the P2P cycle to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Trend & Variance Analysis: Provide in-depth variance analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making in procurement and financial operations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, finance, and accounts payable teams to understand data needs and deliver reports that drive strategic and operational decisions.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of financial data sources, reporting processes, and analytical methodologies to ensure data integrity and auditability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business Analytics, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Data Analyst, preferably in Finance.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel, SQL, and Power BI/Qliksense.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes is a plus, including purchasing, accounts payable, supplier management, and compliance.
• Ability to analyze large datasets to extract insights related to procurement savings, payment efficiencies, and cost control.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial and procurement data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.
• Knowledge of financial metrics such as DPO, working capital, and procurement savings, and their impact on business performance.
• Must have a strong grasp of the English language.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and spend management.
• Experience with data integration, automation of reports, and building complex data pipelines.
• Understanding of compliance and audit standards related to finance and procurement operations.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic finance and procurement environment, shaping strategic decisions.
• Collaborative work culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !