Brand Controlling Manager M/F
The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.
Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!
Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!
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Talent pool job.
Role : rand Financial Controller – Synthesis & Methodological Lead for Brand and Global Innovation Financial Tracking: performance monitoring, management of budget processes, and oversight of strategic initiatives.
Scope:
Global scope covering the Boursin and Kiri brands, as well as central marketing budgets.
Management:
Direct management of one team member responsible for monitoring marketing spend.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure consistency in financial tracking for brands within the team; proactively propose shared tools and methods (for monthly reviews, forecasts, budgets, business plans).
- Guarantee the availability of shared data (Power BI, dynamic Excel tools, etc.).
- Provide the Group with clear visibility on brand performance summaries (monthly, forecasts, budgets, business plans).
- Ensure the brand perspective is fully considered during key decision moments and integrated within the Group's financial systems.
- Monitor and coordinate central marketing budgets (research, activation, advertising for global brands).
- Coordinate common tools and processes across the team, in collaboration with the Group FP&A team.
- Diagnose and implement plans to improve brand profitability.
- Oversee the financial tracking of the brand’s strategic prioritie.
- Simulate product P&Ls for innovation and renovation projects, in close relation with marketing, product development, and operations teams.
Performance Indicators and Impact (Qualitative & Quantitative):
- Relevance and persuasiveness of recommendations.
- Understanding of the Group's strategic brand challenges and decision-making processes.
- Ability to interact with senior management levels (Brand GM, Operations Director, RID Director).
- Timeliness, quality, and reliability of reporting.
- Ability to challenge brand and operations teams.
Your ProfileMinimum Educational Background and/or Required Professional Experience:
- Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Finance or Management.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Management Control.
Required Professional Skills/Technical Know-How:
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
- Ability to prioritize effectively.
- Attention to detail, organization, and reliability.
- Strong customer and results orientation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to challenge and persuade.
- Good understanding of marketing, commercial, and industrial issues.
Specific Skills (Languages, Software, etc.):
- Fluent English.
- Familiarity with reporting tools.
- Proficiency in office software (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Dans le cadre de l'application de notre certification douanière (OEA), un extrait de casier judiciaire (bulletin n°3) pourra être demandé.
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