Senior Commercial Finance Director, EMEA

Olympus Corporation; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Up to 40% remote working

30 days annual leave

Company car

On-site gym

Employee restaurant

Pension scheme

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Olympus Corporation in Hamburg seeks a Senior Director, Commercial Finance EMEA to partner with GIS leadership, overseeing financial planning, P&L and working capital across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will guide strategic investments, pricing, and profitability to enable sustainable growth.

You will lead the EMEA GIS Finance team, partnering with regional leaders and supporting Olympus’ SIS division when needed, shaping decisions with data-driven insights and strong commercial

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering in a large international organisation.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leadership and shape strategy using financial insights.
• Strong P&L management, forecasting, planning, analysis and investment evaluation.
• Experience leading diverse, international teams and driving change.
• Experience across functions, countries and cultures in a matrix organisation; MedTech or regulated industry advantageous.
• Proactive, energetic leader who drives priorities to delivery and challenges constructively.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic finance partner to EMEA GIS leadership, driving growth and performance.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for EMEA GIS P&L and working capital.
• Develop short and long-term financial plans aligned to priorities and targets.
• Provide sales, pricing and margin analysis to support commercial decisions.
• Collaborate with Finance teams across regions to monitor performance and risks.
• Prepare insights and materials for EMEA and Global leadership, including GEC.
• Partner with finance and other functions to evaluate investments and remove barriers.

Skills

Commercial Finance

FP&A

P&L management

Strategic partnering

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

As Senior Director, Commercial Finance EMEA, you will be a key strategic partner to the leadership of Olympus’ Gastrointestinal Solutions Division (GIS), helping shape the commercial and financial direction of a business generating annual revenue in excess of €1.2b across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Partnering closely with Regional Business Unit Leaders across Gastrointestinal, Endotherapy, and Service & Repair, you will turn financial performance and market insights into clear actions that support sustainable growth, profitability and smarter investment decisions. You will lead the EMEA GIS Business Finance team, overseeing short and long-term financial planning, P&L and working capital performance, and the evaluation of strategic commercial opportunities.

Beyond the numbers, this is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders across EMEA and globally. You will challenge thinking, identify opportunities, remove barriers and bring a strong commercial finance perspective to the decisions shaping the future of the business. You will also provide leadership and guidance, as required, to the EMEA Commercial Finance team supporting Olympus’ Scientific Solutions Division (SIS), giving the role an even broader regional impact.

Your responsibilities

• Act as a strategic finance partner to EMEA GIS leadership, providing insights and recommendations to drive growth, profitability and business performance
• Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for the EMEA GIS business, covering P&L, working capital and key performance measures
• Develop short and long-term financial plans, translating business and portfolio priorities into clear financial targets
• Provide sales, pricing and margin analysis to identify opportunities and support commercial decision-making
• Partner with regional, cluster and country Finance teams to track performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive delivery against financial targets
• Prepare financial insights and executive-level materials for EMEA and Global leadership, including the Global Executive Committee
• Partner across Finance and other functions to evaluate investments, improve decision-making and remove barriers to financial performance

Who we are looking for

• Significant experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering, ideally within a large, international organisation
• A strong track record of partnering with senior leadership, using financial insight to shape strategy and commercial decisions
• Strong understanding of P&L management, forecasting, planning, financial analysis and investment decisions
• Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to develop and motivate high-performing, internationally dispersed teams
• Confidence to challenge constructively, influence decisions and turn complex financial information into clear business recommendations
• Experience working across functions, countries and cultures in a complex matrix organisation; MedTech or a similarly regulated industry would be advantageous
• Experience leading through change and transformation, improving processes and translating strategy into execution
• A proactive, energetic approach; you'll be someone who creates momentum, takes ownership and drives priorities through to delivery, while listening to different perspectives and adapting when needed
• Ability to manage competing priorities and remain effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment

What Olympus offers you

We want you to do your best work while having the flexibility and support to thrive both professionally and personally. Along with a competitive compensation package and company car benefit, at our EMEA headquarters in Hamburg, you can expect:

• Flexibility that works for you – flexible working hours and up to 40% remote working
• Time to recharge – 30 days’ annual leave
• A great place to work – a modern office environment, subsidised employee restaurant with live cooking, and an on-site gym and sports groups
• Support for your wellbeing – access to our Employee Assistance Programme, company medical officer and vaccination programmes
• Making your commute easier – a fully subsidised public transport ticket or free on-site parking, plus the option of bike leasing
• Support for your future – a comprehensive company pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits – including childcare support through our Buttje&Deern partner

Your inclusive workplace awaits

We value the diversity of individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles, and prioritise inclusion and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish.