Supply Chain Finance Business Partner
Job Summary
Supply Chain Finance Business Partner
Role Purpose:
The Supply Chain Finance Business Partner serves as a strategic finance partner to Supply Chain leadership and the Division providing insight and decision support to improve operational performance strengthen cost competitiveness and deliver profitable growth across procurement manufacturing logistics and inventory. The role is the primary finance partner to the Supply Chain Operations Leader (OBL) and the Divisional Controller.
Key Responsibilities:
Business & Financial Partnering
Partner closely with Supply Chain / Operations and Divisional leaders to support decisionmaking through insightful financial analysis and challenge
Translate operational strategies into robust financial plans forecasts and scenarios
Act as a trusted advisor on cost productivity savings and investment decisions
Planning Forecasting & Performance Management
Deliver clear variance analysis vs. plan forecast and prior year with focus on drivers and actions
Support OGSM / operational reviews with actionable insights and recommended interventions
Cost Savings & Productivity
Analyses standard costing manufacturing variances and logistics cost drivers
Identify validate and track savings productivity and GMI improvement initiatives
Partner with operations to support cost optimization and performance improvement programs
Cash & Capital
Monitor inventory obsolescence and working capital drivers within Supply Chain scope
Support capex evaluations business cases and postinvestment reviews
Ensure strong financial governance over inventory assets and provisions
Qualifications:
Degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field
Strong business partnering mindset with ability to influence nonfinance stakeholders
Solid understanding of Divisional P&L costing inventory and capex
Advanced analytical skills and strong systems literacy (ERP / BI / Excel)
Clear communicator with strong presentation skills
Whatsin it For You:
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan) and benefits package (private medical care life insurance stock purchase lunch subsidy sport cards).
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home)
Matrix Organization: Thrive in our matrix organization working across Europe with various teams and cultural backgrounds.
Collaborative Environment: Strong teamwork and diverse interactions.
Development Opportunities: Personalized plans with rapid progression
Versatile Career Paths: Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels.
Supportive Culture: High employee satisfaction and responsive feedback.
Learning and Innovation: Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts trainings soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning.
Relocation Support: Assistance for international candidates and candidates living outside of Krakow.
Social events such as family events and charity auctions.
Comfortable working environment (Library relaxation area casual dress code).
Parking space for cars and bikes.
About Company
Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. Every day, we help make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – protecting people and vital resources.