Vice President Finance leading global and regional finance operations for Automotive Aftermarket. Managing financial performance and strategic initiatives within MANN+HUMMEL's Business Unit.
Responsibilities
Responsibility for global controlling as well as regional business unit controlling
Finance business partner to the Global Head of Business Unit Automotive Aftermarket
Controlling with a focus on revenue, profitability, overhead and working capital
Development and support of strategic initiatives for the Business Unit Automotive Aftermarket, including preparation of business cases
Central contact for the BU for planning, budgeting and forecasting
Tracking the implementation of strategic measures and initiatives
Establishment and further development of a user-friendly, customer- and process-oriented reporting system with reliable and sustainable planning and forecasting capabilities, as well as process optimization through the use of modern IT tools and digital technologies
Continuous efficiency improvements within the BU AA through process standardization and ensuring consistent implementation
Participation in defining pricing models with customers (in particular the Independent Aftermarket)
Ensuring a comprehensive understanding of working capital with a focus on accounts receivable and inventory, including tracking existing KPIs across all organizational levels with clear governance and accountability
Development and implementation of comprehensive strategies for effective risk mitigation (financial and operational)
Leading and developing diverse international teams through targeted guidance, coaching and support to foster employee engagement and career development
Requirements
University degree in finance, controlling, economics or a related field
Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in finance with proven leadership experience, ideally in the automotive aftermarket
Experienced leader with a proven track record in leading high-performing teams, managing complex global projects and driving innovation
Strong commercial/entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrable success in steering financial performance within complex organizational structures
Excellent written and spoken German and English
Exceptional communication skills and proven experience in effective stakeholder management at all levels
Intercultural competence and experience in international working environments
Strong entrepreneurial drive with a strong results orientation
Ability to interact and operate at the highest levels (including collaboration at C-level)
Benefits
You will work with a high degree of autonomy and decision-making scope
Performance-based compensation and comprehensive benefits
35 hours per week with flexible or trust-based working hours (depending on position) plus 30 days of vacation
Hybrid work option for employees with children under 12: 3 days in Ludwigsburg, 2 days remote; otherwise 5 days in Ludwigsburg
Everyone has talent: Our talent management process supports your professional development
On-site company cafeteria
Reserved places in a nearby private daycare center (both under-3 and over-3 spots)
Modern company pension scheme as a supplement to your statutory pension
Additional private health insurance (e.g., dental coverage)
Mobility benefits: subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, JobRad leasing, and e-charging stations in the free company car park with a company charging tariff
Job title
Vice President, Finance & Controlling – Business Unit Automotive Aftermarket
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