We are working with a Private Equity–backed distribution business to recruit an Operations Finance Business Partner at a pivotal point in its value creation journey.
Operating a national distribution network with a significant warehouse and logistics footprint, the business is backed by an engaged Private Equity sponsor and are focused on driving operational efficiency, enhancing performance visibility and embedding a high-impact finance partnering model across its supply chain.
This role sits at the heart of those ambitions, acting as a trusted advisor to senior operational stakeholders. It offers a blend of on the ground operational exposure and strategic influence, with direct input into performance improvement, cost optimisation and executive-level reporting.
Why Join?
* Private Equity Environment & Value Creation Focus - Join a PE‑backed organisation with a clear mandate to drive performance, efficiency and EBITDA growth. Finance is central to this agenda, with strong sponsorship to enhance insight, challenge costs and improve operational delivery across the supply chain network.
* True Business Partnering Role - This is not a traditional reporting role. You will operate as a key partner to depot and regional leadership, influencing decisions on productivity and operational performance within a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
* Operational Exposure & Impact - Work closely with depot managers, regional heads and supply chain leadership, gaining deep exposure to warehouse operations, logistics flows and performance drivers. Your insight will directly impact service levels, efficiency and cost control.
* High Visibility & Stakeholder Influence - Regular interaction with senior stakeholders, including Director‑level leadership, with responsibility for delivering board‑quality reporting and performance insight.
* Career Development in a PE Setting - Exposure to a high‑performance, results‑driven environment with clear progression opportunities as the business continues to scale and evolve.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Business Partnering
* Act as the primary finance partner to depots and wider supply chain leadership.
* Provide robust challenge and support to operational stakeholders, influencing decision‑making with credibility and insight.
* Build strong relationships across depot management, regional leadership and central functions.
Warehouse Performance & Cost Control
* Own and manage warehouse labour and employment costs, ensuring alignment with productivity and efficiency targets.
* Demonstrate an established and detailed understanding of warehouse KPIs, including throughput, pick rates, utilisation and service levels.
* Analyse goods in/out flows, identifying opportunities to optimise performance and reduce cost.
Reporting & Executive Insight
* Deliver board‑level reporting on depot performance, productivity and operational efficiency.
* Produce high‑quality monthly reporting, forecasts and budgets for depot operations.
* Translate complex operational data into clear, actionable insight for senior stakeholders.
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
* Identify performance gaps and drive corrective actions in partnership with operational teams.
* Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives across warehouse operations.
* Enhance KPI frameworks and reporting to improve visibility and accountability.
Planning & Forecasting
* Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for depot operations.
* Provide forward‑looking insight to support in‑month performance steering and decision‑making.
Candidate Profile
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
* Proven experience in finance business partnering within supply chain, logistics or warehouse‑led environments.
* Strong understanding of operational KPIs, labour models and cost drivers within a warehouse setting.
* Experience producing exec/board‑level reporting and performance insight.
* Demonstrable ability to influence and challenge senior operational stakeholders with credibility and gravitas.
* Commercially focused, proactive and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, performance‑driven environment.
This is an outstanding opportunity to take on a high‑impact finance partnering role within a Private Equity–backed organisation, where you will play a key role in driving operational performance, influencing senior stakeholders and supporting a clear value creation agenda.
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