Operations Controller

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions. We are seeking an experienced Finance Operations Controller for our Finance and Operations Teams to be responsible for managing the operational excellence by streamlining production and supply chain expenses and Capital expenditures across Europe and Central Asia. This role is crucial to shape operational excellence playing a vital role in advancing our strategic goals.

About The Role: Proficiency in Financial Analysis / Operations Controlling

• Responsibilities:

• Promote and implement standardized processes, establish key operational benchmarks, and exercise control over capital expenditures to enhance manufacturing efficiency, network optimization, and financial management.

• Consistently seek valuable data sources and create a comprehensive pool of internal and external data for deeper insights; analyze and interpret the data to derive essential management information and market trends.

• Enhance problem analysis by improving relevance, quality, and insights according to evolving business requirements.

• Provide financial analysis support for manufacturing footprint, including aiding CapEx analysis, and ensure precise reporting and dashboard development for the finance and operations directors.

• Develop innovative approaches to extract business insights from analytical processes and translate these findings into relevant insights that drive informed decision-making across the organization.

• Assist in the planning and control cycle, encompassing 3-year development plans, annual budgets, and actual results reporting, and actively contribute to the financial review process by conducting thorough analysis, comparing current performance to plans and prior years.
   

Skills and Expertise

• Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in economics, business or a related field.

  • A minimum of 5-year experience in multiple-sites F&A.

  • Advance technical skills in Excel and related technologies.

  • Experience in M3 ERP software (will be considering a plus)

  • Fluency in English and effectively communicating and networking with business and stakeholders.

  • Soft skills like analytical strength, collaboration, adaptability, good communication ability and an energetic proactive approach to problem solving.

Why You Will Love Working with Us:

• Global Benefits:

  • A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.

  • Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 30 vacation days with flexibility.

  • Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.

  • A flexible work environment with the option to work from home several days per week.
     

Next Steps:

We value a seamless candidate experience and would like to respond within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4-6 weeks. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at +44 7796 937662 . We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production

Our organisation:
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.