Director of Controlling, Material Science ( EMEA)

Brenntag; Essen; Remote; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A multinational chemical distributor is seeking a Director of Controlling for its Material Science business unit. This role offers responsibilities in financial steering, strategic planning, and collaboration across functions. Candidates should have extensive experience in FP&A or controlling. The position can be based anywhere in Europe and promotes diversity in the workplace.

Qualifikationen

• Multiple years of experience in an FP&A or Controlling position.
• Strong analytical skills with cross-functional communication capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Financial steering and business co-piloting for the Material Science BU.
• Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans.
• Drive actions to improve efficiency within the region.
• Prepare and evaluate investment decisions and contract approvals.
• Support M&A activities including valuation and negotiations.

Kenntnisse

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Risk assessment

Jobbeschreibung

Here at Brenntag, we are looking for a Director of Controlling to join our Material Science business unit. This role can be based anywhere in Europe.

Job Description:

• Financial steering & business co-piloting for the Material Science BU, including planning, forecasting, trending, and analysis.
• Participate in the development and execution of the strategic plan for the Material Science business in EMEA.
• Drive actions to improve efficiency within BSP Material Science in the region.
• Prepare and evaluate investment decisions and contract approvals as required.
• Support and collaborate with non-financial management.
• Ensure compliance with business procedures, reporting, controls, and risk assessments.
• Review and analyze working capital to optimize its management.
• Support M&A activities, including valuation, negotiations, and stakeholder alignment.

Candidate Requirements:

• Multiple years of experience in an FP&A or Controlling position.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate across business functions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively in a busy environment.

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, valuing diversity to foster a resilient and innovative workplace. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion, parental or family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Brenntag TA Team