Business Controller (Purchasing & Finance)

Description:A global industrial and marine solutions company is seeking a driven Business Controller to join the Purchasing Strategy & Business Development team. The role supports purchasing functions in financial decision-making and works closely with central Finance and Business Control teams. Job Responsibilities:Perform monthly closing analyses, reporting, and KPI/PI follow-up.Prepare estimates and financial forecasts.Analyze and forecast investments related to vendor tooling, capacity, risk, and resourcing.Provide financial insights to support cross-functional investigations and improvement initiatives.Manage supplier invoice-related issues.Deliver financial expertise for purchasing-related projects and business cases.Conduct scenario analyses and material cost evaluations.Support and educate buyers and project managers on financial processes and procedures.Assist with additional purchasing-related tasks such as regulatory follow-up and special projects when needed. Required Qualifications:Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.2 to 5 years of experience in a Business Controller role.Experience within Purchasing and/or the Automotive industry is highly desirable.Strong knowledge of finance systems such as SAP, Essbase, or equivalent.Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft 365.Fluent English, both written and spoken. Preferred Profile:Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Structured, proactive, and self-driven approach to work.Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to various stakeholders.Comfortable driving topics independently and challenging existing processes constructively.Passion for continuous improvement and business development.Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills