About us
Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) is a fully owned subsidiary of Hapag-Lloyd. Operating from Rotterdam, HGT manages a portfolio of stakes in 23 terminals and complementary logistics services across 13 countries across 5 continents: Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa - with plans to expand its stakes to over ~30 terminals by 2030.
Spanning key regions, its portfolio comprises port terminals and related logistics services operated by Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America in Latin America and Florida (USA), and, in the booming Indian market, it is present through the container terminals, depots and rail business of J M Baxi, India’s largest integrated terminal and logistics provider. Additionally, HGT’s presence in strategic European hubs, such as Germany, France and the Mediterranean, enhances its global network and allows it to offer seamless, efficient logistics and supply chain solutions to customers worldwide.
At HGT, we are a highly motivated team of experienced international professionals who believe that growth in any partnership comes from trust and dedication. Our commitment to provide highly efficient terminal operations that are safe, sustainable, and reliable is rooted in a simple yet powerful vision: “offering exceptional service quality at all times.”
The Position
We are seeking a Senior Manager of Business Controlling to join our team. Located in Rotterdam headquarters, the position reports to the Director of Business Controlling.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct and coordinate budgeting, financial planning (integrated business planning), investment coordination and consolidation activities in alignment with the Hapag-Lloyd Group.
- Analyze and comment on variances between actual and forecast. Monitor key performance indicators and business performance and creates regular reports to management.
- Constructively critique senior management in relation to asset performance.
- Advise management and make suggestions based on regular analysis of trend, variance, and structure of volume, revenue, costs and investment utilization.
- Perform and review business models for valuations/divestment purposes.
- Comfortable with conducting return on investment calculation for group consolidated entities.
- Ensure month end closing activities are completed accurately and on-time.
- Provide support in terms of analysis and consulting to management, particularly in commercial, operational and financial matters.
- Prepare and present financial reports.
- Support ad hoc requests as needed to drive organizational performance.
Job requirements
- Comfortable with Group Reporting Structures and Consolidating financial statements under the IFRS Reporting Framework.
- University degree in business or science (Bachelor or Master) or similar qualification, coupled with relevant experience – ideally within container terminals.
- Highly developed analytical skills and detail-oriented work style.
- Understanding drivers of productivity, growth, and cost saving initiatives.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to effectively multi-task, manage deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven work experience under pressure.
- Strong collaboration skills to manage multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (Spanish or German is an advantage).
- Strong knowledge with relevant BI-tools (e.g. QlikView, Infor) and operational systems (SAP CO, COMPASS).
- Confident in handling MS Office tools.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to shape the global footprint of a fast-growing terminal operator.
- High-impact leadership role in a dynamic, global, and collaborative organization.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
