DC Controlling Manager – full-time – permanent at H&M Group

Cheb, Karlovy Vary, Czechia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Controlling, Logistics, Finance, Communication, Coordination, Project Management, Strategic Mindset, Collaboration, Agility, Inclusivity, Empathy, Self-Awareness

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description Job Description WHAT YOU’LL DO As our Distribution Center (DC) Controlling Manager, you’ll be part of the management team shaping the future of our new site in Cheb, Karlovy Vary Region, Czechia. With the DC set to open in the second half of 2026, you’ll play a key role in laying the foundation for its success — both operationally and strategically. You’ll lead the future Controlling team, ensure robust operational controlling, and act as a business partner to Regional Controlling and DC Operations — driving performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting business results. This state-of-the-art facility, spanning nearly 250,000 sqm, will be the largest and most highly automated DC in our global network. Your main responsibilities will include: Develop and communicate strategies to achieve cost, planning, efficiency, and payroll targets in close collaboration with the DC management team. Lead the budgeting process and monitor projects and KPIs (cost, service, sustainability) to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality. Build, lead, and develop the Controlling team, including succession planning. Provide financial insights, reports, and analyses to support decision-making; act as deputy for the DC Manager when needed. Ensure accurate invoicing and monitor key cost drivers for quality and compliance. Conduct performance and cost analyses, identifying improvement opportunities in profitability, service levels, and efficiency. Define reporting frameworks and structures aligned with global standards and requirements. Support contract negotiations from a Controlling perspective, including tenders with external providers. Deliver data-driven decision support to the DC management team. Oversee and validate planning processes, challenging assumptions where needed. Support the implementation of IT systems while ensuring co-determination rights are respected. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to support the launch and long-term success of the DC. Your main collaboration partners will include: DC Management Team Regional Controlling DC Operations External service providers Qualifications WHO YOU ARE We are looking for people with… Proven leadership competences, including several years of experience in a similar role within a logistics environment Relevant educational background, ideally in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with solid expertise in Controlling, Logistics, DC Operations, and Finance Excellent communication and coordination skills, adaptable to stakeholder needs and cross-functional, cross-country collaboration System affinity, with proficiency in relevant software tools Project management capabilities, including prioritization and business case calculation Business fluent in Czech and English And people who are… Visionary, with a holistic view of the bigger picture and a strategic mindset Collaborative, encouraging co-creation and people development by empowering others Agile professionals, with a positive attitude towards change and meaningful growth Inclusive and empathetic, fostering diversity and acting in alignment with company values Self-aware and confident, understanding their impact on others and their contribution to the team and meaningful growth WHO WE ARE H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. Employee discount card, usable for all H&M Group brands both in stores and online Inclusion in the H&M Incentive Program (HIP) Onboarding program Work-life balance & a unique company culture and values The opportunity to be among the pioneering team members of our future largest and highly automated DC globally, and to shape its success Additional Information JOIN US Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are. This is a full-time role located in Cheb, Karlovy Vary Region, Czechia with a local contract. The DC Controlling Manager is reporting to the DC Manager. Sounds interesting? Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than 14.10.2025. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through the career page. Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here. *We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.

Responsibilities

The DC Controlling Manager will lead the Controlling team, ensuring robust operational controlling and acting as a business partner to drive performance and support business results. Responsibilities include developing strategies for cost and efficiency, leading budgeting processes, and providing financial insights for decision-making.