Business Controller – Procurement and Supply Chain

🕒 April 13

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SKF Group

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10,000+ employees

💰 Post-IPO Debt on 2023-06

Manufacturing • Engineering • Transportation

SKF Group is one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment, operating for over a century. With a workforce of more than 40,000 employees across approximately 130 countries, SKF produces essential components found in various applications wherever there is movement. Their solutions play a crucial role in the daily operations of individuals and businesses around the globe.

📋 Description

• 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

🎯 Requirements

• 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

🏖️ Benefits

• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment • Applicants should submit their CV and cover letter by April 14 • Fairness and inclusivity throughout the recruitment process