Group Finance Manager - Supply Chain

From our humble beginnings in 2006 with just three team members, we've grown into a global multi-channel eCommerce powerhouse; home to multiple brands, a worldwide presence, and a passionate team of over 3,500. 

Recently we welcomed a new Group CEO who is a bold, forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of driving transformation and innovation. With a customer-first mindset, we’re making significant investments to fuel exponential growth across all brands. 

Are you ready to be part of our extraordinary evolution? 

The team

Imagine a vibrant and dynamic team culture, where collaboration thrives, and results are celebrated. The Finance team is a vital force in driving the success of our diverse portfolio of brands. Over the past 12 months, we've achieved remarkable milestones, setting the stage for even greater achievements.

The role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Supply Chain Finance Manager to join our team. The Supply Chain Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in optimizing our supply chain operations by providing financial expertise and strategic guidance. This individual will be responsible for consolidating and analysing UK distribution numbers along with other Supply Chain activity spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and driving a commercial cost-focused culture within the department.

The role is based at our Sheffield DC, 5 days per week with occasional travel to our Manchester and Burnley sites.

What you'll be doing

• Reporting of Group Distribution Centre Spend and Operational Performance, along with managing the cost functions of other SC related spend: Aggregate and analyse key financial metrics related to distribution centre spend, inbound freight, outbound carriage, customer services, group supply chain capex spend, and tracking savings initiatives
• Commercial Cost-Focused Culture: Instil a culture of cost consciousness across the supply chain organization, ensuring that all decisions are made with a keen eye on financial implications and opportunities for optimization
• Weekly and Monthly Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial reports on a weekly and monthly basis, providing insights into key performance metrics, variances, and trends
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Drive the budgeting and forecasting process for the supply chain function, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop accurate forecasts and identify areas for cost containment and efficiency improvements
• Risk Management and Opportunity Identification: Proactively identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain finance function, developing strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities to drive financial performance
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Drive the data agenda within the supply chain organization, leveraging financial and operational data to inform strategic decision-making and identify areas for improvement
• Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain financial models to support key projects and initiatives within the supply chain function, providing valuable insights to drive informed decision-making
• Development of Financial Dashboards: Design and implement financial dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide real-time visibility into supply chain financial metrics

What we're looking for

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA)
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to hit tight deadlines
• E-commerce/Retail/Supply Chain/FP&A experience preferable, but not essential
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal abilities
• Excellent presentation skills

WORKING WITH US 

At Debenhams Group, we don’t stand still - we lead, evolve, and redefine online fashion. With bold ambitions and big energy, we’re on a mission to get back to our very best, delivering the strongest propositions to our customers in the most engaging, innovative, and efficient ways possible. 

We thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers—people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact. 

WHY JOIN US 
Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, their individual differences are valued, and they can be themselves at work without exception.  

2025 is a year for making bold moves, delivering real results, and driving forward with unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, then you belong at Debenhams Group. Let’s lead the change together.

Benefits Include: (subject to level and eligibility) 

• Highly competitive bonus scheme, company pension, share schemes, private medical cover, and life assurance 

• Access to an on-site gym (Techno Equipment) and free weekly yoga and fitness classes 

• 40% discount across four brands and 20% off at Debenhams 

• A comprehensive wellbeing package to support your health and lifestyle 

• Some of our offices are dog-friendly, so your furry friend can join you at work 

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities with great internal career progression 

• On-site canteen serving breakfast, lunch, snacks, and hot drinks daily 

• Free season ticket loan 

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