Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role at the intersection of finance and supply chain? At Schwartauer Werke, we’re not just producing beloved products – we’re driving transformation with insight, strategy, and precision.
As our
Head of Supply Chain Controlling (m / f / d)
you will be the key business partner to our local and international supply chain leadership teams, with real impact on decision-making, performance management, and strategic initiatives.
What makes this opportunity stand out?
Direct influence on strategic projects and financial direction locally and within our Group
A role combining leadership, analytics, and hands-on collaboration across teams
Visibility and decision-making power in both local operations and global initiatives
This is what you can expect :
Act as the Finance Business Partnerto the CFO and Director Supply Chain, driving performance improvement and financial insight
Lead our Supply ChainControlling team and partner up with our Head of Commercial Controlling
Drive supply chain finance planning process and monthly / annual closings
Present clear financial guidance to support management decisions and strategic alignment
Provide data-driven recommendations and insights on production, inventory, procurement, and labor efficiency
Be a key player in projects involving digital transformation and process optimization (e.g. SAP S / 4HANA, PowerBI)
Drive savings and continuous improvement together with cross-functional teams
Own and lead financial evaluations for CAPEX and cost optimization initiatives
Prepare and lead monthly SC reporting cycles
Engage actively with production and logistics to truly understand operations
Coordinate with internal and group-wide stakeholders in a matrixed international setup
This is what you need to be successful in this role :
A degree in Business Management, Business Administration or Engineering
Thorough expertise in controlling, analytics, or financial planning within supply chain or manufacturing environments
Solid understanding of industrial processes and cost structures
Ability to lead a team of experts in a matrix organization
Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with SAP S / 4HANA and BI tools like PowerBI is a strong plus
Strategic Business Partner mindset with attention to detail and a continuous improvement approach
Strong interpersonal skills : communicate clearly, influence effectively, and challenge the status quo with confidence
Professional proficiency in English; German is a plus
This is what we offer :
A leadership role with impact – shape supply chain strategy and performance in a key market
A highly collaborative and supportive environment in an international organization
Exciting projects in digitalization and performance optimization
A workplace culture where curiosity and initiative are valued
Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
By the way, just be yourself during the application process, as this helps us see if we are a good fit. We embrace diversity and welcome all applicants : Regardless of where you come from, how old you are, which gender you identify with, what you believe in, and who you love.
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