Commercial Controller Benelux

For our client Biscuit International (PE owned), the fastest growing producer of cookies in Europe. we are looking for an Commercial Controller.

Your potential employer

Biscuit International is the leading European manufacturer of private label sweet biscuits, with a wide range of products with a European or local presence – traditional biscuits, nutrition (organic, gluten-free, no added sugars, no palm oil, lactose free…), waffles, etc. – Here at Biscuit International, product innovation is at the heart of what we do. Our people are always striving ahead so that our products meet the needs and wants of our customers.

Your department/team

Do you want to work at the fastest growing producer of cookies, cakes and waffles in Europe? And do you have a financial background with several years of experience in a Controlling position? Then we would like to hear from you! We are searching for a strong Commercial Controller Benelux to complete the Commercial Control team for the Biscuit International Northern Europe Cluster (BINEC). You will act as the finance business partner for the commercial organization overseeing the Benelux. In the position of Commercial Controller Benelux you will directly report to the Manager Commercial Control and have a strong indirect link with the Commercial Director Benelux.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Supporting Sales and Marketing organization as a reliable and solid advisor through reporting on main business drivers and variance analysis (Volume, Price, Mix, COGS);
• Drive and review commercial pricing decisions by supporting the Commercial Director and the Senior Group Account Managers with thorough financial analysis and strong business insights;
• Coordinate the budget and forecasting process and build solid financial forecast scenarios based on advanced data analytics and a solid set of assumptions;
• Drive Portfolio management together with Commercial team by monitoring customers and product profitability and take corrective actions where needed;
• Support and co-own Business Intelligence environment;
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis and business cases.

Your experience and knowledge

• Master’s degree in Economics with +5 years of relevant experience preferable in FMCG or food environment;
• Strong analytical skills, combined with the right ‘can do’ attitude;
• Committed to respect deadlines;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English;
• Pro-active, self-starter, hands on, independent;
• Being able to ‘connect the dots’ between commercial, production and finance;
• Experience with enterprise-wide software systems (BI, SAP);
• Advanced Excel skills for financial modelling;
• Able to interact with colleagues on all levels of the company.

We offer you

• A challenging job within a pleasant and informal working environment;
• An excellent salary, tailored to your background and experience;
• Good benefits, in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement (CAO zoetwaren);
• A dynamic company, where your own initiative is highly appreciated;
• Plenty of development opportunities