Cost Controller

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and
logistics, serves more than ‎420 ports around the world on five continents.
With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air
freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually
innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range
of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of
alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero
Carbon by ‎2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group also acts in humanitarian crises
that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and
logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in ‎160 countries through its network of more than ‎400 offices and ‎750
warehouses, the Group employs more than ‎130,000 people worldwide, including
‎2,900 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Cost Controller

THE ROLE:
Guarantee the accuracy of operational costs debited to the group and
maintenance of Operational Group tariffs database,

Monitor and control agents’ costs to provide a true and exact view of the
financial assets of the company.

Perform ongoing monitoring of Cluster location entities to challenge and bring
them back to good practices in compliance with the Groups’ policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handle Cost/Volume Variance Analysis for a cluster – coordinate with cluster,
operations and Levant Regional Office cost controller .
You perform a systematic analysis of the operational lines costs (shipping
costs and handling costs) as well as logistical costs for the Cluster .
You perform regular controls on agencies by identifying which are the most
costly using relevant KPI.
In addition, you develop and optimize the process of reducing the variable
costs in the area, including THC (Terminal Handling Charges) and D & D
(Demurrage & Detention).
Willing, you regularly make suggestions which could improve the local revenue.
Finally, you follow up the proper implementation of the internal audit
reports’ recommendations.
Perform relevant calculations and report group agility saving monthly basis
for entire Dubai cluster
Assist SSC (GBS) to book cost with correct nature codes (D codes) – after
coordinating with DRO and LRO
Providing volume forecast for terminals (having rebate arrangement) to DRO
enabling proper rebate claim for the year and reduce additional cost
Proper analysis of the miscellaneous invoices received, identify the reasons
for these costs and billing back the same to responsible parties thus reducing
its impact on the company.
Cost Simulations – Assisting the procurement team in selecting the best rate
slab for the upcoming contracts based on various factors such as the net cost
impact on the company, Net to Pocket revenue (NTP), volume commitments etc.
Provided quantitative & qualitative data for the formulation of management
reports.
Monitor the Regional cost saving program budget and performance
Perform Cost Control mission in the network to find initiatives.
Maintain and optimize tools to improve their performance and maximize
automation of P2P cycle (e.g. VCR).
Assist DRO procurement team with relevant information enabling them to
effectively negotiate contracts with trade vendors
Perform regular accrual review to check abnormal estimates (APL).
Setup new operational contract in Group systems – ACE – APL LLC.
Effectively involve in vendor disputed matter and internal delays in invoice
approval
Follow ups with back-office team on a timely and accurate manner in respect to
process payment and ensuring that the targets are met.
Approve invoices in Ocean whenever is required .
Actively participated in cost control audits from LRO.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

‎5-‎10 years of experience in the Finance/Accounting area with minimum ‎3-‎4 years
in similar capacity.
University Degree in Finance / Accounting or Chartered Accountant
Certification.
Organizational and Time management skills, multi-tasking and prioritizing,
planning activities to meet deadlines and goals.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Well organized, focused on routines, very strong commitment to meeting
deadlines and flexibility with regards to working time is an absolute
requirement.
Strong understanding of local business practice.
Excellent MS office skills. Must be an advanced level Excel user and quickly
be able to acquire solid skills in corporate and local IT applications

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !