Controller HCo Italy

Ferrero International S.A.; Caprarola; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Ferrero is seeking a Controller to support our Industrial and Supply Chain Managers. This role involves budget management, cost analysis, and strategic recommendations across the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, management systems, and excellent analytical skills, contributing significantly to our operational success.

Competenze

• Experienced in financial planning and analysis.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Mansioni

• Define regional budget objectives and analyze performance.
• Coordinate with local operations to ensure alignment.
• Assist in financial analysis of CAPEX investments.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Innovative solution development

Formazione

Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics

Strumenti

SAP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

BPC/TPM/BI

HFM

Essbase

Descrizione del lavoro

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook, renowned for iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno, and Kinder Surprise. As our brands continue to grow in popularity, so does our global presence. We are represented in 55 countries, with products sold in over 170 countries. The Ferrero Group is loved by generations worldwide, driven by nearly 35,000 dedicated employees who prioritize care and quality in crafting our business, careers, and brands. Join us and become part of this success.

Ferrero is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees feel welcome, appreciated, and have equal opportunities. We believe in the unique talents of our people and strive to nurture their curiosity and abilities, providing the means for personal and professional success. Our diverse talents make our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

About the Role:

The Controller, reporting to the HCo CFO Italy, will support the Industrial Manager and Supply Chain Manager as a business partner. The role involves defining regional budget objectives, analyzing actual versus target business performance, promoting improvement actions, and sharing best practices within the regional operations.

• Support Group Industrial & Supply Controlling in planning processes.
• Coordinate with Local Operations Controller and Group to ensure alignment and proper cascading of information.
• Supervise simulation of new product and SKU costs; assist Category Controllers in innovation projects.
• Analyze monthly supply chain costs versus targets with Local Supply Chain Controller.
• Report actual versus budget/forecast data consolidated at the Area level.
• Assist management in understanding performance gaps and provide relevant insights.
• Collaborate with Group Industrial & Supply Chain Controlling on analysis and improvement recommendations.
• Monitor obsolescence and destruction costs.
• Oversee Area production evolution based on S&OP data and ensure correct tolling fee calculations.
• Implement Group standards and analyze stock evaluations at the Area level.
• Support the quarterly Stock Committee preparations.
• Assist Category Controllers with financial analysis of CAPEX investments.
• Maintain constant communication with Country and Group Operations Controlling.
• Participate in the concept phase of supply chain transformation initiatives.

Who we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced expert in management systems aligned with Group values, promoting motivation, diversity & inclusion, competence development, and empowerment. They should be a self-starter capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Required:

• Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics
• Relevant experience in financial planning
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Proficiency in SAP or other major ERP systems, Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint, BPC/TPM/BI, HFM, and Essbase
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, critical thinking, and innovative solution development
• Fluency in English; additional European languages are a plus

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Success at Ferrero requires being consumer and product-centric, committed to delivering excellent results for consumers worldwide.

Requisition ID: 70498

Job function: Finance/Controlling