Grand Trade, an importer of food and non-food products, is looking for a Financial Business Partner (Logistics and Operations).

Grand Trade is one of the key importers in Russia and the CIS countries for food and non-food product categories.

The company continues to actively develop and is seeking a Financial Business Partner for Operations. Your main task is to build an end-to-end management analytics and reporting system, integrating data from various areas, and to ensure the transition from accounting to cost management. Active participation in business decision-making, development of planning tools, and formation of a team capable of supporting and scaling this function are expected.

The company offers:

• Official employment according to the Labor Code of the Russian Federation;
• Opportunities for professional development;
• An open, democratic culture and an expert team focused on overall results;
• A social package including voluntary medical insurance with dental care and partner discounts;
• Competitive salary;
• A 5/2 work schedule from 9:00 to 18:00;
• A hybrid work format with mandatory office presence 2-3 times a week.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing end-to-end management reporting for logistics, inventory, and cost of goods sold (COGS);
• Integrating data from various accounting systems into a unified analytical model;
• Forming a system of KPIs and operational efficiency metrics;
• Building budgeting and forecasting processes (rolling forecast);
• Analyzing deviations and cost drivers, and forming recommendations for the business;
• Participating in decision-making regarding logistics, inventory, and operational processes;
• Developing COGS models and analyzing profitability;
• Conducting evaluations of investment projects (CAPEX, ROI, NPV);
• Developing analytics tools and reporting automation (BI, Excel);
• Building and developing a team of analysts;
• Implementing data management and management reporting standards.

Requirements:

• Experience in financial analytics or as a Financial Business Partner;
• Experience with operational costs (logistics, COGS, production, or related areas);
• Experience in building management reporting, financial models, or analytical tools;
• Understanding of COGS formation principles and operational process economics;
• Experience in building or transforming processes (reporting, planning, analytics);
• Proficient level of Excel (complex models, working with large data sets) and PowerPoint;
• Working knowledge of English;
• Experience interacting with business units and participating in decision-making;
• Strong skills in information structuring, analytical thinking, and argumentation;
• Willingness to work in conditions of uncertainty and build processes from scratch.

The selection stages include:

• Interview with HR;
• Interview with the hiring manager;
• Final meeting with the business (if necessary);
• Decision and offer.