Financial Analyst - Supply Chain

Red Bull•Santa Monica, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Financial Analyst – Supply Chain Finance, you will oversee and improve the operational activities within warehousing, including Third-Party Logistics (3PL) warehouses and Red Bull-owned warehouses by supporting cost planning, tracking, and reporting across key drivers. You will additionally support Month End Close activities through owning the warehousing accruals process and preparing relevant reporting and review materials. You will report to the Manager, Supply Chain Finance, and be located in Santa Monica, California.

Requirements

1+ years of work experience in Finance; consumer-packaged goods industry experience a plus.
Bachelor's degree in finance or related field from an accredited college or university.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Highly analytical with strong problem-solving skills adept at identifying trends and variances.
Can quickly identify and analyze risks and impacts and demonstrate an ability to establish alternatives.
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and Excel; experience with integrated business analysis tools (e.g., Hyperion, SAP BI, ERP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and validate forecasts with budget owners; provide bridges and commentary explaining changes vs. prior period and plan.
Monitor Stock on Hand (SOH) levels and changes in volume to identify patterns.
Analyze measurements for success related to warehousing by identifying key cost-controlling areas and establish metrics and performance indicators to evaluate these areas.
Lead the input and maintenance of warehouse planning data in financial systems; ensure data integrity and compliance.
Build trusted partnerships with budget owners as a strategic finance advisor; challenge assumptions and drive data‑backed decisions.
Provide insights to meet budget objectives; identify risks and opportunities; run scenario modeling for new initiatives (e.g., contract changes, rate cards, timing).
Develop a deep understanding of warehouse operations and external service provider contract terms to inform guidance and analysis.
Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement lean methodologies to increase efficiency.
Conduct regular data analysis to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement within warehousing.
Collaborate with teams to develop and implement process enhancements and monitor their effectiveness.
Analyze and review 3PL warehouse invoices for accuracy and identify any discrepancies to follow up with external partners.
Coordinate the monthly warehouse accrual process with relevant budget owners to ensure all relevant expenses are correctly captured.
Support COGS and Indirect Cost close activities as needed, provide analysis on variances to plan or investigate balances.
Partner on local and global initiatives to improve cost controlling while balancing control, transparency, and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with controlling guidelines by developing tools and resources, engaging business partners, and conducting training sessions.