Head of Finance Operations at Jack Link's Protein Snacks

Ansbach, Bavaria, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Standard Costing, Variance Analysis, Working Capital Management, S&OP, Capital Investment Evaluation, ERP Proficiency, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Leadership, Budgeting, Inventory Valuation, Risk Management, Business Partnering, Financial Reporting

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago. We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar. As part of the Link Snacks global enterprise, our team across EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) is focused on driving the growth of the real meat protein snack category with a strong emphasis on our brands: Jack Link’s®, Peperami®, BiFi®, and Minuets. We operate through a network of regional offices and production sites across Europe in Germany, Netherlands and United Kingdom. Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks. But we’re not just about snacks; we’re driven by our core values: We team up, we tell it like it is, we own our game and shoot for the moon! Values we bring to life. Every. Single. Day. Job Description Make a difference by becoming part of the No. 1 protein snack manufacturer worldwide as Head of Finance Operations at Jack Link’s EMEA. Our spacious and modern HQ is located in the vibrant Amsterdam, and includes a highly international team, with more than 25 different nationalities. Our EMEA team is committed to continuing its impressive EMEA expansion, one bite at a time, and becoming the regional leader in branded protein snacks. This position is based in Ansbach and you will be reporting to the Finance Director EMEA. In this position oyu will lead the operational finance function for manufacturing and supply chain, ensuring robust cost management, accurate performance reporting, and strategic financial insights that drive profitability and operational excellence. This role plays a critical part in optimizing costs, improving efficiency, and aligning financial processes with production and logistics goals. It drives continuous improvement and resource utilization across factories and distribution while steering cross-functional teams to adopt financially sound decisions and best practices. The role also acts as a key business partner to Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Planning to ensure the business delivers against its strategic and financial objectives. Strategic Financial Leadership • Partner with Operations leadership to align financial strategies with manufacturing, logistics, and capacity goals. • Provide financial direction for long-term operations planning, including footprint decisions and productivity roadmaps. • Evaluate capital investments, validate business cases, and lead ROI and benefit tracking. • Influence senior stakeholders to adopt data-backed, value-driving actions. Production & Supply Chain Cost Management • Oversee and analyze production costs across factories, ensuring cost discipline and transparency. • Own plant P&Ls, standard costing, and variance analysis. • Monitor and improve COGS/ton across productivity, waste reduction, mix, and complexity initiatives. • Partner with Procurement on material cost developments, hedging, and cost savings. • Own logistics and warehousing cost visibility. Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead the annual operational budget and rolling forecast cycles. • Deliver variance analysis with root causes and corrective actions. • Monitor KPIs related to efficiency, productivity, cost, and service. • Provide insights supporting continuous improvement and operational decision-making. S&OP, Inventory & Working Capital • Own inventory valuation, DIO, obsolescence, and working capital KPIs. • Collaborate with S&OP for accurate inventory and capacity forecasting. • Support production planning with financial modeling. • Evaluate make-or-buy, outsourcing, and lifecycle economics. Compliance, Controls & Risk Management • Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal controls. • Oversee stock integrity, cycle counts, and physical audits. • Maintain BOM, routing, and standard cost accracy. • Identify and mitigate operational financial risks. Cross-Functional Business Partnering • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, S&OP, Procurement, Engineering, and HR. • Translate operational performance into financial impact. • Drive accountability and transparency across plants and logistics. • Provide leadership on CI, automation, and complexity reduction initiatives. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication • Present financial performance and insights to senior leadership. • Deliver clear reporting on manufacturing, logistics, and inventory. • Provide actionable cost-improvement recommendations. Qualifications EU Citizenship and/or valid work permit is required. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position. All applications must be submitted in English, as it is the company’s corporate language. • Master’s degree or equivalent level (MBA preferred). • Professional accounting qualification (Controlling, Chartered Accountant, CIMA, etc.). • 10–12 years in Finance/Controlling, with 5+ years in Operations Finance within FMCG or manufacturing. • Experience across multi-site manufacturing environments. • Strong cost accounting and financial planning expertise. • Proficiency with ERP and financial reporting systems. • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or CI processes. • Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional leaders. • Fluency in English and German will be advantage. • Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable to commitments. • Financial Acumen – Uses financial indicators to drive decisions. • Business Insight – Connects operational actions to business results. • Strategic Mindset – Anticipates future trends and plans accordingly. • Communicates Effectively – Clear, concise communication across audiences. • Manages Complexity – Identifies root causes in complex issues. • Plans and Aligns – Prioritizes work to meet organizational goals. • Instils Trust – Builds credibility through integrity and consistency. Additional Information Our benefits At Jack Link’s EMEA, you’ll find a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports performance, flexibility, and employee well-being! A permanent employment contract with competitive salary and an excellent bonus scheme (above market) In addition to public holidays, you will benefit from 30 days of paid annual leave to rest, recharge, and maintain a healthy work–life balance. Hybrid working model, because we believe the future of work is based on a modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 4 days from our office in Ansbach and 1 home office day. Company Pension Scheme Health Benefits Bicycle Leasing Program Enjoy nutritious meals at a reduced cost in our cantina to keep you energized throughout the day. You will be part of a vibrant, dynamic and international team! Throughout the year, we organize a variety of team activities and initiatives designed to strengthen collaboration, encourage knowledge sharing, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Jack Link’s EMEA provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law. Sub-Department: Finance Department: Finance & Accounting

Responsibilities

Lead the operational finance function for manufacturing and supply chain to ensure robust cost management and strategic financial insights. Act as a key business partner to Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement to drive profitability and operational excellence.