Position Overview:
To ensure accurate and timely assistance on Freight and Tariffs cost planning, variance analysis, budgeting, and inventory valuation while working closely with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiency and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transportation Finance:
- Prepare and maintain Inventory, Freight & Duty cost for inbound and Outbound.
- Coordinate with logistics & procurement teams to ensure D2D freight is accurate & optimal.
- Analyze cost deviations and provide inputs for corrective actions.
- Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in preparation of Long term plan, annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Collect and analyze inputs from logistics and supply chain for cost projections.
- Monitor adherence to budgeted costs and flag potential overruns through KPI’s
- Cost Variance Analysis:
- Track and report Inventory, inbound, outbound freight and tariffs variances.
- Assist in root-cause analysis of significant cost variances.
- Support monthly plant performance reporting related to cost KPIs.
- New Product Costing Support:
- Work with NPD, Logistics teams to provide landed cost estimates.
- Help prepare business cases and track cost evolution through design phases.
- Validate cost targets based on internal benchmarks and market trends.
- Cost Reporting & MIS:
- Prepare regular freight and tariff reports and dashboards.
- Present cost trend analysis, savings, and localization benefits.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to logistics team.
- Data Integrity & ERP Costing Module:
- Maintain accuracy of costing data in ERP (SAP CO module).
- Assist in setting up networks and routings for new products.
- Perform periodic audits of cost master data for completeness and accuracy.
Qualifications Required:
- 10–15 years of experience in product costing or plant finance roles in manufacturing; automotive/EV experience preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Excel-based analysis.
- CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.
Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of inventory, Inbound and Outbound principles and cost drivers.
- Good analytical and data interpretation skills.
- Proactive and detail-oriented with a focus on execution.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
