Global Operations FP&A Director M/F at BEL

Suresnes, Ile-de-France, France -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Expertise, Operational Acumen, Business Controlling, P&L Oversight, Financial Performance Management, Reporting Data Analysis, Results Presentation, Financial Systems Management, Collaboration Skills, Team Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Cost Management, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Controlling

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Description

For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to a healthier and responsible food for all. This mission mobilizes 12,600 employees every day in over 30 countries to build a profitable and sustainable business model. Universal and positive, our brands - The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Mini Babybel®, Boursin® - are constantly reinventing themselves to offer healthier and responsible fruit and dairy snacks to all consumers. 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 food industry company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project! Since the past 20 years, Bel put the Corporate Sustainability & Responsibility at the heart of its strategy, enabling us to become a mission-lead company (since 2024). Hence we created the Impact Team, gathering in the same community Environmental, Social, Governance and Finance teams. The Impact function brings together Profitability and Sustainability to serve a global performance model based on two legs co-piloting. Profitability and sustainability are not opposing goals, but the two pillars of a responsible growth model. By combining financial and non-financial drivers, we empower our teams to act with both short-term efficiency and long-term vision. By joining the Impact function within our Finance, CSR and M&A teams, you’ll help build a more responsible model, where every decision creates value for today and for the future. At Bel, we truly believe that we are creating the future of finance and the future of CSR. Our deep conviction : Performance without sustainability has no future. Performance without profitability has no impact. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Global Operations FP&A Director, a pivotal leadership role responsible for piloting the financial performance of the Group's Operations. You will support strategic decision-making and ensure operational excellence through in-depth financial insights. You will also lead collaborative engagements with relevant teams across finance, operations, and leadership. Come and join us to make a difference! Job Scope : €2+ billion COGS, €300m inventory, €200m CapEx, and associated CSR extra-financial elements. 22 plants accross the world. This position reports directly to the Group Operations Finance Director and is based at Group Headquarters in Suresnes, France. Key responsabilities, along with his/her direct team : Business Financial Piloting for the Executive Committee (Comex) Over all phases of the company’s financial planning (monthly results, budget, estimates, risks and opportunities, strategic plan) : synthesize figures and financial narratives to offer clear decision-making insights for the Comex, utilizing in particular regional inputs while focusing on key arbitration elements. Provide direct support to the Supply Chain leadership on their financial performance (costs and inventories). FP&A processes Organize and coordinate the activity of all stakeholders involved in the FP&A processes : financial guidance, instructions, systems readiness, data consolidation, presentation templates, alignment meetings, etc … Take accountability for efficient collective execution of the processes. Systems Management Owning, maintaining, and improving the financial systems used by Operations Controlling (SAP, BPC, etc …). Strategic projects and Continuous Improvement initiatives In a context of ambitious company developments : lead or contribute to multidisciplinary projects centered on business (including CSR), finance, and systems. Team Leadership and Management As part of the Operations Controlling Leadership Committee, the Global Operations FP&A Director actively participates with the other members of this committee to the managerial oversight of the central team (20 people) and the local network of Operations Finance Controllers (40 people). He/She leads and develops a direct team of 5 professionals focused on FP&A, Systems and Supply Chain Controlling. Profile : To excel in this role, we are looking for a leader who combines a strong financial expertise with very good operational acumen. Our ideal candidate is results-driven and ready to collaborate within a dynamic, fast-paced organization. Minimum 10 years of experience, with solid track record in business controlling (P&L oversight), including some experience in industrial financial performance management. Ability to convey a global vision based on reporting data, while also dive into the details of individual issues. Expertise in formalizing and presenting results effectively to senior management with impact. Strong experience and affinity for organizing and leveraging financial systems (e.g. EPM type systems) in advanced management settings. Strong collaborative skills to influence stakeholders across financial and operational areas, in a matrix corporate structure. An inspiring and empowering manager, passionate about developing teams. A combination of boldness, professionalism, and strategic thinking that leaves a lasting impact. Education : Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. If you are passionate about making an impact and driving operational excellence in a global environment, we would love to hear from you !

Responsibilities

The Global Operations FP&A Director is responsible for piloting the financial performance of the Group's Operations and supporting strategic decision-making through financial insights. This role involves leading collaborative engagements with finance, operations, and leadership teams to ensure operational excellence.