Job Description

Head of Finance - Logistics Transformation

12 month FTC

Hybrid - Hatfield

Why Ocado?

Here at Ocado Logistics it’s our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing groundbreaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good.

We are the beating heart of our UK business and comprise a network of cutting edge warehouses and offices across the country that ensure that we optimise the experience and use our proprietary technology across the supply chain to deliver an exceptional shopping experience. At the same time delivering bags of possibilities for our employees and a career that will ensure no two days are ever the same.

About the role

We are looking for a Head of Finance – Logistics Transformation to lead the strategic modernisation of our Logistics Finance function. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be accountable for shaping and delivering a future-focused finance strategy and roadmap, alongside driving a cost transformation programme that ensures scalability, efficiency and measurable benefit realisation across the Logistics division.
This is a high-impact leadership role focused on transformation and evolution in a business of significant scale, employing c16,000 colleagues across operational, front-line and head office environments. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to translate the future vision into delivery, strengthening governance, enhancing financial discipline and embedding sustainable ways of working.
Bringing your experience of leading financial change at a senior level within FMCG, Retail, logistics/transportation or manufacturing environments. This is a real opportunity to take ownership of a critical transformation agenda and redefine how finance operates at the heart of one of the UK’s most innovative logistics networks.

What you will do

• Strategic Leadership: Using your expertise as to design and deliver a future-focused finance strategy and roadmap that supports the long-term growth of the Logistics business
• Cost Transformation: Deliver a benefits realisation framework underpinned by a cost transformation programme to drive initiatives that improve efficiency, remove cost and deliver measurable financial benefits across the Logistics division
• Stakeholder Partnership: Partnering with senior stakeholders to translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insight that informs strategic decision making
• Governance Frameworks: Establishing robust governance and performance structures that embed financial discipline, transparency and accountability across the organisation
• Leadership: Lead through a period of transformation, embedding new ways of working and scaling strong operational foundations
  

About you

We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance who thrives in fast-paced, operational environments such as FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, or Logistics. You will have a proven background in leading finance transformation - owning the agenda, driving change, and modernising finance functions to deliver greater insight, efficiency, and value to the business.

• A qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, CIMA or ACCA) ready to step into or continue thriving in a Head of Finance – Logistics Transformation Projects role
• Proven ability to lead change, continuous improvement or transformation within a finance or operational environment
• Strong analytical and data literacy skills, with the confidence to build a compelling story from financial and business information
• A collaborative communicator who can influence senior stakeholders and work effectively across complex organisations
• A pragmatic, action-oriented mindset with curiosity to challenge the status quo and deliver meaningful outcomes
  

What you can expect to receive in return

At Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you’ll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes includes a healthy work-life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.
Join Ocado Logistics today and become a part of a culture that wholeheartedly values and supports your well-being throughout every stage of your career.

• Flexible Work: Enjoy 30 days of 'work from anywhere' policy for a balanced life.
• Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme for holistic well-being.
• Generous Leave: Begin with 25 days, growing to 27 after 5 years, with an option to buy more.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.
• Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave.
• Financial Aid: Get interest-free train tickets and join our Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Shuttle Services: Convenient free shuttle buses connect you to work.
• Share Schemes: Join exciting share plans to participate in our success.
• Shopping Perks: Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com and savings at popular retailers and restaurants.

• Financial Protection: We offer Income Protection and Life Insurance for financial security.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.