The Wallenius Wilhelmsen group is the market leader in roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) shipping and vehicle logistics, managing the distribution of cars, trucks, rolling equipment, and breakbulk to customers all over the world. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is committed to being in the forefront of the green transition and aims to be carbon-neutral already by 2040 (read more about this in our sustainability pledge and the annual report).
The company operates around 125 vessels servicing 15 trade routes across six continents, a global inland distribution network, 66 processing centers, and eight marine terminals.
With the head office in Oslo, Norway, the Wallenius Wilhelmsen group has around 9,500 employees in 28 countries worldwide.
Job Description
In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving the global finance agenda and providing key decision support to our logistics management team. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on the Logistics Services segment, as it owns its financial targets, results, forecasts and covenants. If you are eager to make a difference in the world of logistics, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.
What You’ll Do:
As the VP Business Performance Management – Logistics Services, you will act as liaison between the finance group and the business segment head related to reporting, analysis, improvements, and accountability for the full Logistics services financial statements. You will be comfortable having high-level conversations with senior leaders to understand the drivers of the various business operations and be a constructive business partner for segment management. You bring a strong financial background, experience from an international environment with a strategic business orientation and are a strong collaborator and excellent communicator. Primary responsibilities may include:
- Lead Logistics services periodic reporting in conjunction with relevant segment parties, bridging management to statutory reporting.
- Understand targets and business drivers to the P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet, including financial ratios.
- Coordinate the forecasting process with relevant segment department heads and global finance teams.
- Be an integral member of any M&A advisory team, providing strategic planning counsel and financial modeling work in support of the finance M&A team.
- Support EVP/COO Logistics in setting business goals and OKRs for the Logistics Services team and developing strategies to meet those goals.
- Facilitate investment review and cross-functional checkpoint meetings.
- Oversee performance improvement programs and drive initiatives through the Logistics Services segment.
- Lead and develop a high-performing, international team.
Job Requirements
What You’ll Need:
The ideal candidate will have a strong financial background, experience in an international environment, a strategic business orientation, and excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in international business.
- Higher education, preferably a master’s degree within a relevant field.
- Finance or accounting background, financial modeling experience.
- Strong understanding of governance related to day-to-day business and portfolio of JVs and investments.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Effective leadership, team building and networking capabilities.
- Strong IT skills.
Even Better if You Have:
- Experience in shipping/logistics is a plus.
- Analytical, structured, and solution oriented.
- Ability to operate within complex stakeholder environments, across geographies and business cultures.
- Proactive change agent with a strong drive and commitment to create results.
How to Apply
Is the VP Business Performance Management – Logistics Services role the right one for you? Then we look forward to hearing from you.
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen Group, we champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to foster a culture where every individual feels valued and welcomed.