Trade Finance Supervisor

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose:

As a Trade Finance Supervisor, your role is pivotal in overseeing and optimizing the financial processes and systems integral to trade planning, tracking, and management within the Wholesale division. You will lead a team of specialists responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in trade spending activities, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders such as Sales, Finance, and Customer Service. Your objective is to maintain standard and controlled processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance trade profitability. Additionally, you will provide leadership and guidance to your team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability across all trade finance operations.

This is a hybrid role that requires three days per week in our Stratham, NH corporate office.

Team Management:

• Accountable for the Trade Finance team to accurately ensure the integrity of the data in the TPM system, improving procedures and mitigating any financial risk.
• Hire, train, and coach the team to improve skills and ensure goals continue to be met.
• Comprehensive understanding of trade management processes and procedures, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimization.
• Identify and execute projects that improve the performance and efficiency of the team to improve customer planning and trade promotion process.
• Responsible for maintaining workload balance within the team.

Trade Management:

• Collaborate with multiple sales teams, driving alignment with trade finance objectives and optimizing planning efficiency.
• Partner with sales leadership to advance performance metrics and resolve cross-functional challenges.
• Support planning entry processes in TPM, promoting accurate and timely posting of trade finance transactions.
• Assist deduction clearing activities, maintaining compliance with company policies and reducing outstanding balances.
• Analyze and report on promotion and deduction trends, delivering actionable insights to improve processes and profitability.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Trade Management System (TPM) and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Ability to navigate complex business systems and processes, with experience in initiating, developing, and implementing key operating procedures.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required