Finance Supply Chain Controller/Partner 1

LIPTON Teas and Infusions, the world’s largest tea business, boasts a diverse portfolio of over 30 renowned brands such as Lipton, PG Tips, TAZO, Brooke Bond, and the B-Corp certified Pukka and T2. Headquartered in the Netherlands and operating across more than 100 countries, the company is dedicated to pioneering innovative, premium, and sustainable teas and infusions. With a strong commitment to responsible growth, Lipton focuses on creating value for all stakeholders—from farmers to consumers, retailers, partners, and shareholders—while protecting the environment and positively impacting communities.

The Supply Chain Finance Controller/Partner role based in Khanewal is critical to managing end-to-end cost control, inventory governance, and operational finance activities for the Pakistan market. This position ensures accurate product costing, inventory reporting, CAPEX governance, and month-end cost closing, while maintaining compliance with both internal policies and local regulations. Beyond core controlling duties, the role supports strategic sourcing decisions, import/export processes, logistics optimization, and supply chain transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing service levels, resilience, and profitability. Acting as a key finance advisor, the role partners closely with factory, procurement, logistics, finance, and supply chain leadership to drive operational excellence and long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

COGS Control
- Take full ownership of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) line items.
- Conduct detailed costing analysis and review forecast and business plan costing.
- Share Transfer Pricing data with relevant stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper documentation of all product costing activities.
- Monitor inflation, savings, and one-off impacts across material, packaging, production, and logistics costs.

Inventory & Business Waste
- Lead initiatives to reduce cash and inventory levels by collaborating with Finance and Supply Chain teams.
- Monitor Business Waste performance, analyze key drivers and variances, and implement corrective actions.
- Support inventory governance and controls alongside Finance controllers and supply chain teams.

Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)
- Review and submit CAPEX forecasts aligned with financial timelines.
- Ensure adherence to internal and external CAPEX policies and accounting standards.

Month-End Closing and Controls
- Manage accruals and reclassifications related to factory, logistics, and inbound costs.
- Oversee production order checks and resolve related issues.
- Support timely and accurate month-end closing activities.
- Assist with internal controls and audits related to supply chain finance.

Factory Controlling & Governance
- Provide independent oversight of factory procurement and expenditures, ensuring compliance with policies and Delegation of Authority (DoA).
- Review and challenge significant spending on services, maintenance, spares, materials, CAPEX, and contractors to ensure value and governance.
- Identify and escalate policy deviations, control gaps, audit findings, and non-compliance, driving resolution.

Business Partnering & Project Support
- Lead financial evaluations of strategic business cases and investment proposals, challenging assumptions and assessing risks and value creation.
- Support the Lipton Management System (LMS) program.

Key Interfaces
- Supply Chain and Factory Operations
- Logistics and Planning Teams
- Local Finance Teams
- Tax and External Auditors (as required)
- Internal Audit
- Global and Regional Supply Chain Finance

Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in supply chain finance, cost controlling, and inventory management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform detailed costing and financial analysis.
- Knowledge of CAPEX governance and month-end closing processes.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and functions.
- Familiarity with internal controls, audit processes, and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working within a global or regional supply chain finance environment.
- Exposure to supply chain transformation projects and logistics optimization.
- Strong business partnering and communication skills to influence senior leadership.
- Commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices aligned with company values.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a global leader in the tea industry, driving financial excellence and sustainable growth within a dynamic supply chain environment.