Team Leader - Cost Control Team

Job ID: 26642 
 

Strong Leadership skills and operation in constantly changing business environment.

Would you like to collaborate closely with key stakeholders to develop, implement, and manage cost-saving/avoiding initiatives, as well as process improvements? We are now looking for a Cost Control Team Lead, in this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing cost control strategies, ensuring procurement activities align with budgetary goals, and leading a team dedicated to optimising cost efficiencies across the organisation. 

In Nordea, we know that great customer experiences require a team that leads the way in first-class service and operations. We’re more than just a Nordic bank, we’re one of the largest employers in Poland. With us, you’ll work with skilled, international teams in a bright, modern office. The lively and collaborative atmosphere offers plenty of opportunities to learn and grow as you build your career with us.

About this opportunity

Welcome to the Procurement Services team. We add value by managing Purchase to Pay Nordea process. As the Cost Control Team Leader, you’ll play a valuable role in setting up cost control strategies to optimise cost efficiency across the organisation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the cost control team in monitoring and analysing procurement-related expenditures
• Continuously review processes to identify areas for cost reduction, process efficiency, and best practices
• Develop and implement cost control strategies to ensure cost efficiency and optimisation across the organization
• Collaborate with Sourcing Managers and Business Areas to ensure accurate and transparent cost tracking
• Conduct regular cost variance analyses and provide reports to senior management with recommendations for improvement
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

You’ll join a Procurement Services Management Team to drive support Nordea Purchase to Pay strategy building. The role is based in Łódź or Tricity. 

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.  

To succeed in this role, we believe that you have:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• SAP Concur knowledge will be an asset

Your experience and background:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, cost control with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial forecasting

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps

Submit your application no later than 24/11/2024.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

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