Sales & Logistics Finance Analyst - North America

Overview

Graymont is seeking a dedicated Sales & Logistics Finance Analyst for the North American region to join their Richmond, BC office. Reporting directly to the Director of Financial Analysis and Operations Support, this permanent full-time position focuses on utilizing advanced analytical skills, particularly in Excel, to enhance supply chain decision-making and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical assistance to regional teams by conducting research, performing data analysis, and evaluating performance to optimize supply chain processes.
• Take charge of managing supply chain data, ensuring precise KPI reporting and deriving actionable insights.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing, logistics, sales, and marketing operations within the region and their interrelations.
• Support business case development for logistics capital projects, including preparing cost justifications and investment propositions.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities for Freight-to-Terminal (FTT), Freight-to-Customer (FTC), and Terminal Operating Costs (TOC), synchronized with planning schedules.
• Perform variance analyses covering volume, pricing, transportation mode adjustments, sourcing variations, and budget variances.
• Manage the CAM freight budgeting process and contribute significantly to financial planning tasks.
• Ensure the generation of prompt and accurate performance reports, including OTIFIC metrics (On Time, In Full, Invoiced Correctly).
• Maintain exceptional data accuracy across all supply chain-related systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Track and analyze fleet and fixed asset utilization metrics, factoring in cost per unit.
• Promote cost reduction strategies through analyzing and executing network optimization initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain performance continuously and recommend practical solutions.
• Oversee North American sales forecasting processes ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and timely updates.
• Act as the Business Process Owner (BPO) for the CAM system by providing user training and support.
• Collaborate with global teams to enhance forecasting methods, including exploring Salesforce migration and predictive analytics.
• Conduct pricing analysis to support margin optimization and strategy development across diverse market segments.
• Create tools to monitor competitive pricing and gather real-time market intelligence.
• Develop standardized frameworks to assess pricing events and evaluate business opportunities across the regions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain analytics, forecasting, pricing strategy, or operational planning within manufacturing, logistics, or B2B environments; recent graduates meeting educational criteria are also invited to apply.
• Preferred professional certifications such as APICS, CSCP, or CPIM in logistics or supply chain fields.
• Proficient with financial software and tools including JD Edwards (JDE), Cognos, and advanced Excel functionalities.
• Experience with data visualization platforms like Power BI or Tableau and forecasting systems like CAM or Salesforce is considered an asset.
• Deep understanding of supply chain operations encompassing logistics, forecasting, and cost modeling (FTT, FTC, TOC).
• Expertise in variance and pricing analysis to support strategic business decisions.
• Competence in KPI reporting, particularly OTIFIC metrics, and performance evaluations.

Desired Attributes

• Strong customer orientation with a commitment to exceeding expectations and enhancing satisfaction.
• Highly results-driven, maintaining focus on high-quality and goal-oriented outcomes.
• Excellent business acumen with an ability to interpret market trends and drive competitive advantage.
• Effective organizational skills, capable of multitasking and managing competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and pride in accurate, timely deliverables.

About Graymont

Founded in 1948, Graymont is a globally respected leader specializing in essential calcium-based solutions. As a family-owned and professionally managed company, Graymont serves markets across North America and the Asia Pacific and partners strategically with Grupo Calidra, the leading lime producer in Latin America. The company embraces core values of integrity, respect, teamwork, innovation, excellence, accountability, and long-term vision, with an enduring commitment to sustainable growth and decarbonization efforts.