*company description*
the ikea vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.
we do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them.
we are determined to bring a little bit of sweden to mexico.
*job description*
to navigate the growth of ikea and steer the business towards sustained long-term profitability, including securing financial business performance and compliance with policies and standards.
*qualification*
responsibilities of the job*
- support the bn manager in the business plan, budget and forecast process by translating the store's strategy and goals in profit & loss (p&l) scenarios using financial analysis and benchmarking.
- lead the store's monthly financial reporting together with the so accounting team by timely, efficient, accurate and compliant invoice management.
this responsibility involves tasks such as:
- monitoring in navision the consistency of sales and expense postings and accounts/cash reconciliation.
- ensuring at all times correct group accounting principles and regulations are applied.
- monitor the store budget, through close follow-up of the p&l and provide regular updates to store management on the store financial position and recommend improvement measures in case of deviations and potentials, always working closely with the different business areas.
provide relevant and user-friendly business information on the store's performance kpis by training users how to use and interpret standard reports, securing correct and clear communication of daily sales figures, analyzing trends or deviations where insight is needed.
- supporting the sales team in converting performance insight into actions towards maximizing business opportunities in the most efficient and effective way.
this responsibility involves tasks such as setting the daily sales estimates together with the commercial activities shopkeeper and the bnom, using deep understanding of the different gm lines to consult on gross profit steering, informing on gaps vs. the sales plan and recommending actions to correct underperformance or to tap into commercial opportunities.
- executing administrative tasks such as securing the completion of travel expenses, correct incident management and the coordination on common store purchases (e.g.
general office supplies)
- supporting the bnom in securing a safe, secure and compliant environment for our customers, suppliers and co-workers by monitoring and implementing financial and commercial audit requirements by internal/external auditors.
- supporting correct procurement of indirect material by requesting and comparing supplier quotations, by periodic reviews on contract management, by administering purchase tool user management and by supervising that purchases are compliant to procurement principles and iway standards.
- actively contributing to our drive for growth and efficient operations at the store
- educate and empower all co-workers and external service providers on all aspects of the ikano code of conduct, anti-corruption & bribery policy, operational procedures and local legislation relating but not limited to health, safety and security and the environment, cultivating a culture of transparency and ethical conduct.
- act as a responsible partner internally and externally, committed to creating a positive impact on people and planet by taking relevant actions that contribute toward our long-term sustainability objectives.
- educate and empower all co-workers and external service providers on all aspects of the ikano code of conduct, anti-corruption & bribery policy, operational procedures and local legislation relating but not limited to health, safety and security and the environment, cultivating a culture of transparency and ethical conduct.
- act as a responsible partner internally and externally, committed to creating a positive impact on people and planet by taking relevant actions that contribute toward our long-term sustainability objectives.
*requirement for the job*
*motivation*:
- steer the business towards long-term growth and profitability.
- constantly look for more effective ways of working.
- interesting in understanding the insights of reports and facts in order to propose actions for improving.
- interesting in people's everyday life at home and in home furnishings and identify myself with the ikea customer.
*knowledge*:
- degree in business/finance or related.
- good overview of customer experience processes.
- ability to read and communicate in english.
*capabilities*:
- highly developed analytical and numerical skills.
- result oriented.
- curious and willing to broaden its scope of responsibilities.
- self-reliant and motivated with proven ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
- ability to influence.
- flexible approach to work and open to change.
- being able to communicate clearly