Monitor and analyze global spending, procurement costs, warehousing costs, and customs duties
Identify variances between actual spend and budget/forecasts
Consolidate and analyze spend data from various entities to identify synergy opportunities and negotiation leverage
Define and monitor global KPIs (Actual vs. Budget, Price Variance, Cost Avoidance, and Net Savings)
Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting, ensuring alignment between operational initiatives and group financial targets
Audit end-to-end processes to eliminate bottlenecks, standardize and digitalize workflows, and implement Lean methodologies
Act as the financial lead for make-vs-buy decisions, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, and supplier risk assessments
Partner with procurement to evaluate suppliers, ensuring contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) are met
Drive the optimization of processes and the implementation of advanced digital tools for real-time spend analytics
Prepare periodic financial reports and present actionable insights to leadership

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, or related field
5 to 7 years of experience in operational controlling, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Proficiency in S/4HANA and advanced Excel skills
Experience with Power BI is a strong plus
Fluency in English is required (working in a multinational environment); additional languages are advantageous
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and across cultures
A "challenger" mindset—the ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide constructive, data-driven feedback
Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving

Business Controller – Procurement and Supply Chain

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