Sr. Executive - Production Controlling

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn. Bhd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking an FP&A professional to analyze cost control, support monthly closing, budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes, and drive data accuracy.

You will partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimize costs, develop in-house cost systems, and deliver management reports and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field; professional qualifications add value.
• 3–5 years FP&A, Controlling, cost accounting or manufacturing finance.
• Experience with SAP in FI/CO/MM modules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyse plant financial performance, costs, productivity, and KPIs.
• Support monthly closing, forecasting, budgeting, and annual planning.
• Develop and maintain in-house cost systems and ensure data quality.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
• Drive automation, standardization, and cross-functional partnering.

Skills

Cost analysis

FP&A

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP FI/CO/MM

Budgeting & forecasting

Data visualization

BI tools (Power BI/Tableau)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Admin

ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CFA (advantage)

Tools

SAP FI/CO/MM

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Analysis of operational cost control issues within designated area for report to headquarter office or to Management.

Responsible for developing and maintaining in-house cost systems. May ensure data quality.

Responsible forcarrying out investment ROI calculation and preliminary or feasiblity study of new product costing.

Familiar with knowledge in SAP OO, FI, CO modules.

Support monthly closing activities, financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and annual planning processes.

Analyze plant financial performance, manufacturing costs, productivity metrics, and operational KPIs.

Perform variance analysis and identify opportunities for cost optimization, operational efficiency, and business improvement.

Partner closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives.

Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for plant leadership and management reviews.

Drive reporting automation, process standardization, and data quality improvement initiatives.

Support decision-making through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business performance evaluations.

Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial and operational data.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or CFA will be an added advantage.

3 to 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controlling, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Finance, or related finance functions.

Prior experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment is highly preferred.

Experience supporting operational stakeholders and business partnering activities will be advantageous.

Strong financial analysis, business modelling, and problem-solving capabilities.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Hands-on experience with SAP, preferably FI, CO, and MM modules.

Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence/reporting tools is an advantage.

Good understanding of manufacturing cost structures, standard costing, inventory management, and operational KPIs.

Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.

Excellent analytical thinking and attention to detail.

Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for process optimization and automation.

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Medical Devices 5,001-10,000 employees

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd (BMI) is a subsidiary of B. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany, one of the largest medical devices companies in the world. Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the group’s first manufacturing site in Asia Pacific Region and it is one of the largest B. Braun manufacturing sites for the group outside Europe.

Since its inception in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries has invested more than MYR4.3 billion in its manufacturing facilities in Malaysia. With more than 7,500 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of Medical and Pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the region.

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd (BMI) is a subsidiary of B. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany, one of the largest medical devices companies in the world. Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the group’s first manufacturing site in Asia Pacific Region and it is one of the largest B. Braun manufacturing sites for the group outside Europe.

Since its inception in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries has invested more than MYR4.3 billion in its manufacturing facilities in Malaysia. With more than 7,500 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of Medical and Pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the region.