01Transportation systems and data
Define shipment information, customer reporting and application interfaces. Ask candidates to explain how they resolve inconsistent statuses and communicate a reliable next action to operational and customer-facing colleagues.
02Manufacturing application support
Clarify ERP, inventory and reporting ownership, along with required site interaction. Assess examples of diagnosing a failure and coordinating a controlled correction with the people using the system.
03Finance linked to operations
Set out close, cost reporting and reconciliation responsibilities. A controller or analyst should understand how operating information reaches the accounts and be able to investigate incomplete or conflicting source records.
04Leadership across a business
Agree decision authority, stakeholder expectations and available support for a senior role. Identify the first priorities and the boundaries between technology, finance and operations so the mandate is realistic.