Finance Analyst ELC

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

At the Nike European Logistics Campus (ELC) in Laakdal near Antwerp, we play a crucial role in enhancing the athlete's experience through our strong supply chain. We deliver products worldwide, ensuring they arrive at the right time and place. Our passion drives us to continuously improve and provide the best experience.

You will be part of the Financial Planning and Analysis team, serving as the financial business partner for Operations / Transportation. You will collaborate with stakeholders based at ELC within Transportation, Procurement, Operations, and Distribution Planning, typically at the Manager and Director level. As a Financial Planning Analyst, you will connect with various teams and business partners both within ELC and our EHQ in Netherlands, providing insights into business dynamics and their impact on the organization and strategy.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you able to provide detailed insights into the warehousing costs or financial advice on planning transportation flows? For Nike’s European Logistic Campus (ELC) in Laakdal, we are looking for a Financial Analyst. As a key member of our team, you'll provide strategic financial insights that drive business decisions and growth. You'll collaborate with cross-functional partners across our European Supply Chain, analysing warehousing costs, planning transportation flows, and ensuring accurate financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.

Ready for your next game? Our scouts are keen to screen so show us your game plan via your cv:

• Your sports bag is filled with a master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or Business (or equivalent experience) 
• You are beaming with experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting 
• You dribble with proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint and if other tools like SAP, TM1 Cognos, Tableau, Alteryx, etc sound familiar, that’s ok.
• Fluent English is required to thrive in a multicultural playing field.   
• On that playfield you collaborate and communicate outstandingly, with the ability to work effectively in a large organization and to liaise with (senior) management
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills are your fuel to excel
• You get empowered by your flexible and solution-focused attitude, with a willingness to introduce new working methods

Important and non-negotiable note: 

• No company car benefit for this position, other benefits will exceed expectations
• No relocation package/deal: candidates must currently reside in Belgium to be considered for this position (except current cross borders commuters). Other applications will be declined. 

• Flexible working options are available with a requirement to be on site at least 3 days per week. 

• Applications accepted until 16th of April 2025 EOD.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

As a Financial Analyst in our FP&A team, you'll play a vital role in shaping the financial strategy of our ELC Distribution Centers or Transportation Flows (inbound/outbound) across the EMEA region. Your expertise will help us make informed decisions, optimize costs, and drive business growth. Your focus areas and responsibilities will be: 

• Financial Oversight and Analysis
  • Manage financial performance and monthly closing activities
  • Analyse and report key performance drivers and trends
  • Develop and maintain financial models

• Strategic Communication and Collaboration
  • Present findings and insights to (senior) management and cross-functional teams
  • Collaborate with business partners to drive process improvements 
  • Share recommendations for continuous improvement

• Forecasting and Planning
  • Prepare monthly forecasts and discuss outcomes with business management
  • Develop and maintain rolling forecasts and detailed budgets
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks and opportunities

• Continuous Improvement and Innovation
  • Identify and implement process improvements 
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices