Logistics Analyst, Chertsey in Ottershaw

This role plays a pivotal role within the SDSE logistics team. Key responsibilities include tracking invoices, collaborating with departments on cost allocation (correct NERP LCC), identifying cost-saving opportunities, and assisting with forecasting. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, often involving the use of micro-Excel formulas.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost tracking and reporting: Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly costs to ensure accuracy and compliance with audits.
• Cost analysis and control: Analyse financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency measures.
• Collaboration: Work with different departments (e.g., operations, procurement, finance) to ensure proper cost allocation and management.
• LSP and invoice management: Ensure suppliers are set up correctly, approve invoices, and manage any related queries.
• Project costing: Track, report, and manage costs for projects, including handling variation orders and updating the system accordingly.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Pivot tables, Xlookup, Power Query.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Building cost models and dashboards.
• Attention to detail to spot minute financial discrepancies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools, especially Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to multitask and have high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, cost accounting, and financial systems.
• 3+ years’ experience of reviewing supplier invoices and contracts.
• Strong teamwork and ability to collaborate across multiple functions and organizational areas.
• Pragmatic, enthusiastic attitude to work and tenacity to achieve a positive result.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave.
• Up to 15% discretionary performance-based bonus per annum (following successful completion of probation period).
• Defined Contribution Pension (up to 4% employee, up to 8.5% employer).
• Permanent health insurance; private medical insurance (starting from grade CL2-III).
• 4x life assurance £55 per month.
• Flexible benefits allowance (following successful completion of probation period), e.g. gym, travel insurance, health assessment, dental insurance, etc.