Logistics and Procurement Finance Analyst
2 days ago
Slough
Logistics & Procurement Finance Analyst Slough (Head Office) We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side. We also offer Dynamic Friday Hours, giving colleagues the opportunity to flex their time and finish early on a Friday, where the role allows. Join our snack-loving team We’re looking for a Logistics & Procurement Finance Analyst to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move. About the role This role is key to supporting our Logistics and Procurement teams with robust financial control and insight. Reporting to the Procurement and Logistics Finance Manager, you’ll play a vital part in managing forecasting, reporting and cost-saving initiatives that help KP Snacks deliver value across the supply chain. You’ll take ownership of core financial processes, including period-end close activities, accruals and prepayments for Logistics, and ensure accurate and timely reporting. Maintaining strong financial control is central to the role, from validating invoices to challenging incremental costs and embedding the Logistics Cost to Serve model. On the Procurement side, you’ll lead planning processes such as FC1, FC2 and Budget, support audits and implement controls to mitigate risk. You’ll also work closely with the Procurement team to validate savings and identify new opportunities, while monitoring commodity utilisation against contracted positions. This is a role for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys problem-solving and can build strong relationships across multiple teams. Your work will directly contribute to efficiency, cost control and continuous improvement across KP Snacks. What’s in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer: * Annual salary of £43,000+ depending on experience. * Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement * Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care * KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary * 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more * KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? * Manage Logistics financial processes: Accurately calculate and process prepayments and accruals, deliver period-end and year-end reporting, and maintain strong financial control across all cost lines * Provide performance insight: Review monthly Logistics results with the Line Manager, explaining variances against budget and supporting informed decision-making * Own key financial models: Maintain and embed the Logistics Cost to Serve model across stakeholder groups, ensuring accurate and consistent use * Lead Procurement planning and controls: Drive FC1, FC2 and Budget processes, support audits, and implement controls to mitigate financial risk within Procurement * Support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives: Validate Procurement savings, identify new opportunities, monitor commodity utilisation against contracts, and continually refine reporting processes Who are we? We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We’re committed to inclusion We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We’d love to hear from you if you can bring: * Finance experience: Minimum 12 months in a similar finance role (commercial, supply chain or procurement), with proven ability to deliver accurate analysis and actionable insight * Technical expertise: Advanced Excel skills * Analytical capability: Skilled in handling large datasets, performing variance analysis and building cost models (e.g., Cost to Serve, commodity trackers), with exceptional attention to detail * Qualifications: Actively studying towards a recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA or CIMA), demonstrating commitment to professional development * Communication and collaboration: Ability to translate complex data into clear, compelling stories for non-finance stakeholders, building strong relationships across Procurement, Logistics and Finance #LI-SC1 #LI-Hybrid