North America Regional Freight Audit and Cost Control Lead - Global Manufacturer

Posted 3 days ago

akzo nobelFranklin (TN)

Accountants and Auditors Paint and Coating Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Manager

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$105,000.00 - $115,000.00

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About the role

Job ID: ANDANAGB53689EXTERNALENGB

Requisition: 53689

Company: AkzoNobel

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Employment type: Regular

Category: Other

Industry: ""

Posted: 2026-10-03We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose: Manage and govern all freight cost control, audit, and financial validation processes across transportation operations in North America. Ensure accuracy, transparency, and control of transportation spend, acting as the key interface between logistics operations, finance (Global Business Services), procurement, and carriers. Contribute to the design and implementation of standardized freight audit processes aligned with the global transport strategy and digital roadmap(SAP TM/BN4L).

Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end freight audit process, ensuring accurate validation of carrier invoices against contracted rates and executed services. Define and enforce cost control policies and validation rules. Ensure proper matching between shipment data (TMS), contracts, and invoices, identifying discrepancies and managing resolution. Ensure validation of freight invoices considering Less-Than-Truckload rating structures, tariffs, fuel surcharges, and accessorial charges. Will identify related to incorrect rating or classification. Analyze and validate Less-Than-Truckload cost drivers to include base rates, discounts, minimum charges, and accessories to ensure alignment with contracted agreements. Support Finance with accruals, forecasting, and budgeting inputs. Identify opportunities for automation and digitalization of audit processes. Ensure proper integration between Transportation Management Systems (SAP TM), financial systems, and audit processes. Support the implementation and stabilization of digital freight audit capabilities. Collaborate with Information Technology and Global teams on system enhancements. Lead and develop the team to include analysts. Will definite objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and performance objectives. Ensure proper training and capability development.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field.5 years' experience in finance and accouting within a supply chain environment.
Experience in Freight Bill and Audit processes or similar financial control functions in complex, multi-country logistics environments.
Exemplified knowledge of transportation cost structures and rate mechanisms.
Exemplified knowledge of Less-Than-Truckload rating mechanisms, tariff structures, and cost components.
Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to pay attention to details and follow process controls.
Effective communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and resolve issues.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Experience with Transportation Management Systems, enterprise resource planning software (ERP), and financial systems integration. Experience using SAP TM and SAP BN4L preferred. Must be able to manage large datasets and derive actionable insights.
Proficiency using data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).Rewards and Benefits
The salary range for these skills is $105,000.00 - $115,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Medical insurance with HASDental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Annual bonus 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay
Paid Parental leave
Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks
Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale
Tuition Reimbursement
Career growth opportunities
Employee referral bonus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

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