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Head of Controlling & Pricing
Overall Mission
The Head of Controlling will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial and operational success of the company's operations within the designated region and develop a regional pricing strategy to ensure pricing consistency and profitability according to business objectives. This position requires an individual with strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to work closely with various departments, drive performance, and support strategic decision-making; providing support to the regional leadership team with operational and financial information and proactive analysis in order to drive profitable growth. Member of the regional commercial and operations management leadership teams.Contacts: Regional Commercial and Operations heads, Commercial sub-regional and country heads, Operations management team, Global Operations Controller, Global Head of Pricing T&W, Divisional Controller, Local and Regional Finance Director
Main Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis:
* Ensure data integrity and consistency with systems requirements
* Participate in the forecasting and mid to long term planning activities for the region
* Manage the yearly budget process within the region, including target setting, forecasting, goal setting, and sales planning
* Manage the region's monthly KPIs and costing reporting and support variance analysis vs budget, last year and outlook
* Establish process to provide revenue and profit analysis on a regular basis and take ownership together with Commercial
* Create awareness and transparency on any business risks and opportunities to regional and local management teams
* Analyze and report on the regional performance through the preparation of a monthly reporting package containing Sales, Margins, CAPEX, OPEX, headcount and overall business performance
Business Support
* Manage P&L and cash flow metrics for the region * Collaborate with operations teams to optimize efficiency and productivity and establish global controlling standards
* Monitor and control operational expenses to drive performance
* Provide interpretive and predictive operational and financial information on which to make business/investment decisions
* Support investment plans including developing business cases, ensure approval and following up on executed projects
* Assist management in identifying opportunities to reduce costs and reach sales related financial and non-financial goals
* Communicate financial related information and compliance issues timely and effectively internally and with other functions
* Support the development and execution of commercial strategies to maximize revenue and profitability
* Identify opportunities for business growth and expansion within the region
Pricing
* In partnership with the Global Head of Pricing T&W, define and implement regional pricing vision and mission * Ensure pricing policy/procedures compliance
* Provide functional pricing expertise to Sales & Marketing
Continuous Improvement
* Improve existing processes in terms of quality, frequency and lead times * Proactively drive and recommend corrective and improvement actions within the region
Management
* Perform goal setting and performance reviews * Provide guidance, coach, motivate and develop the regional controlling team
* Plan and support hiring decisions and retention measures; actively work on talent and succession planning
You?
* Understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and processes
* Degree in Business school and/or University in Business Economics, Finance, or Accounting
* 10-15 years of professional experience in Business Analysis, Finance and/or Controlling * Experience in a global manufacturing company preferable with cross-regional experience
* Proven track record with at least 7 years' experience in senior finance positions, including people management and development capabilities
* Strategic mindset, forward thinking, and strong stakeholders management
* 5+ years of experience in managerial role and recognized leadership capabilities
* Strong knowledge of internal & external business / market / customer landscape
* Ability to navigate between execution and strategy (hands-on and big picture)
* Act as Business Partner: Influencing / Challenging / Coaching / Trusted advisor
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence peers and Sr executives
* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
* Able to work under tight deadlines and external pressures
* Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite
* Familiarity with SAP (ERP, BI, BOFC) environment and tools
* Strong grasp of core financial concepts, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial and pricing modelling
At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
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Givaudan Fragrances
May 13, 2025