Operations Controller EMEA

Job Summary The Operations Controller is responsible for overseeing financial and operational performance within the manufacturing and supply chain functions. The scope encompasses our manufacturing locations in Germany (Westhausen), Switzerland (Bevaix), Hungary (Gyor) and Distribution Center in Netherlands (Emmen). This role ensures cost control, financial planning, and strategic decision support to drive efficiency, profitability, and compliance with corporate and regional financial policies. The Operations Controller collaborates closely with plant management, finance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to optimize financial performance, improve cost structures, and enhance operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Planning Controlling • Drive monthly financial analysis for manufacturing, supply chain, and operations, ensuring alignment with budgets and forecasts • Lead variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. forecast) for manufacturing costs, material variances, labor efficiency, and overhead expenses • Oversee cost accounting and inventory valuation to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency • Ensure CAPEX monitoring and adherence to financial guidelines for capital investments • Support pricing, cost structure, and profitability analysis to enhance business decision-making 2. Operational Performance Cost Control • Partner with plant managers and supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements • Track and improve OPEX performance, working with operations teams on productivity enhancements • Lead working capital management efforts, optimizing inventory levels and cash flow • Monitor KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, inventory turnover, and cost per unit to drive operational excellence 3. Compliance Reporting • Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, SOX requirements, and regional regulatory standards • Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and business insights for senior leadership • Manage and improve internal controls related to manufacturing finance, inventory, and procurement processes • Support audits and compliance reviews, ensuring data accuracy and process Integrity 4. Business Partnering Process Improvement • Work closely with Finance, Supply Chain, and Plant Operations to drive continuous improvement initiatives • Participate in strategy deployment by aligning financial metrics with operational goals • Identify and implement automation and process optimization for finance and reporting workflows • Lead financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making