JYSK – Finance Manager, Logistics

What we offer you
At JYSK, our 31.000 employees are the key to success. Growing from one store in 1979 to more than 3,400 stores worldwide today, JYSK is a true retail success story. Further, JYSK runs 10 distribution centers across Europe covering the markets – stores and online – as efficiently as possible.

Becoming the employees’ first choice within retail wherever JYSK is present, is a main goal of the company. This is why JYSK strive to offer development and career opportunities. JYSK takes pride in rewarding engagement and recognizing great effort among its employees. As an employee, you become part of a culture built on trust. Your attitude matters more than your grades. Your opinion matters more than your title.

Further, the three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behavior and attitude you can expect from your new colleagues.

What your new job will be about
To support the continuous growth and success of JYSK’s logistics operations, we are seeking a highly driven and experienced profil to take on the responsibility in a new established role as Finance Manager for the Logistics organisation. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, Logistics, you will play a crucial role in the strategic financial management of JYSK’s logistics operations and have an in impact on how to mould the new position, including budgeting, controlling, and reporting across the logistics network. Additionally, you will be a key player in JYSK Logistics Management Team and have matrix reference to JYSK Finance.

As Finance Manager, you will oversee and develop a team of 11 financial professionals and 1 teamlead ensuring that JYSK’s logistics operations are run efficiently, cost-conscious, and in line with the company’s strategic goals. Your department consists of a controlling team and a process development team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the annual budget process for JYSK’s logistics operations, including logistics support functions and DC budgets.
• Ensuring robust controlling processes are in place across all distribution centers (DCs), including KPIs, reporting, and data management to enable proactive decision-making.
• Managing the controlling and reporting on DC performance and driving continuous improvement by defining corrective actions with Logistics Directors (LDs) and Distribution Center Management Teams (DCMTs).
• Supporting the logistics organisation through deep dive analysis, business cases, and KPIs to identify the right projects and actions that will improve performance.
• Securing and implementing JYSK best-practice controlling and reporting tools across all DCs

You will work closely with JYSK Logistics Management Team, Logistics Directors, Planning and Support Managers, and Country Finance Managers to ensure financial and operational alignment across the organisation.

What you need to bring
To be successful in this role, we expect you to have some years of experience in financial management, ideally within logistics or a similar field. You are a dynamic leader with the ability to inspire and develop your team, ensuring that they have the necessary skills to meet the challenges of a fast-paced, international environment.

Furthermore, you bring:

• Strong skills in budgeting, controlling, and reporting preferably within logistics and international environment.
• A solid understanding of financial systems and data analysis, enabling you to transform complex data into actionable insights.
• The ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deadlines effectively.

As a Finance Manager at JYSK, you will also need to demonstrate leadership qualities that align with JYSK’s Leadership Values: Leader, Coach, Communicator, and JYSK’s fundamental values: Tradesman, Colleague, and Corporate Spirit.

You should expect approximately 50 travel days per year as part of the role.

Is this your next opportunity? Apply today!
JYSK is cooperating with GML-HR regarding this recruitment. You are welcome to contact Senior Consultant Kristian Aagaard at GML-HR by mobile: +45 2052 6695 or e-mail: [email protected] for more detailed information. Any inquiry will be treated confidentially.

About JYSK
JYSK strives to include everyone, regardless of age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we foster an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a mix of minds, talents, and unique personalities makes JYSK a stronger team.

In 2024, TIME named JYSK one of the World’s Best Companies. JYSK has also earned the Top Employer certificate in six European countries, as well as the Great Place to Work and Best Employer certificates in various other countries. For more information, please visit www.jysk.com.

10 / 2024