Job description

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  www.eastman.com . Responsibilities The Logistics Finance Analyst is a member of the Functional Accounting and Analysis team. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Business Finance, and business stakeholders to monitor financial performance, support monthly financial close and planning processes, identify cost drivers, recommend optimization opportunities, and communicate actionable insights to management. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to translate complex financial and operational information into clear recommendations. Key Responsibilities • Lead forecasting of distribution expenses, including freight, warehousing, duties, etc. • Use BPC to manage forecast inputs, scenario planning, and submission across multiple planning cycles. • Analyze supply chain cost trends and variances using SAP transactions, LeCost, Inventory Cube, and Sales & Earnings Cube. • Identify spend drivers and recommend prioritized, actionable cost-optimization opportunities. • Align distribution forecasts with supply chain initiatives and financial trends to support stakeholder needs and strategic business decisions. • Lead post-forecast reporting by delivering multi-view financial analysis to Supply Chain leadership. • Prepare executive-level commentary on key variance drivers across the broader organization. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related business field. • 3+ years of experience in related functional area Preferred Skills • Strong written and verbal communication • Proficiency with SAP and financial reporting tools such as PowerBI • Ability to analyze complex data sets and communicate insights clearly • Understanding of supply chain or logistics cost structures • Familiarity with cost optimization project management, analysis, and reporting • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously and deliver within tight deadlines NOTE: Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship. Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law. Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Requirements

Must-haves

The Logistics Finance Analyst is a member of the Functional Accounting and Analysis team.
Lead forecasting of distribution expenses, including freight, warehousing, duties, etc.
Use BPC to manage forecast inputs, scenario planning, and submission across multiple planning cycles.
Analyze supply chain cost trends and variances using SAP transactions, LeCost, Inventory Cube, and Sales & Earnings Cube.
Identify spend drivers and recommend prioritized, actionable cost-optimization opportunities.
Align distribution forecasts with supply chain initiatives and financial trends to support stakeholder needs and strategic business decisions.
Lead post-forecast reporting by delivering multi-view financial analysis to Supply Chain leadership.
Prepare executive-level commentary on key variance drivers across the broader organization.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related business field.
3+ years of experience in related functional area
Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship.
Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Nice-to-haves

Strong written and verbal communication
Proficiency with SAP and financial reporting tools such as PowerBI
Ability to analyze complex data sets and communicate insights clearly
Understanding of supply chain or logistics cost structures
Familiarity with cost optimization project management, analysis, and reporting
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously and deliver within tight deadlines

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