Business Controller – Global Sales and Marketing, Operations and Business Process Technology (Location Flexible)

Business Controller – Global Sales and Marketing, Operations and Business Process Technology ( Flexible location) 

At Sandvik Coromant we are committed to teamwork and believe in the power of developing ideas and solutions together. We leverage our shared passion, diversity, open-mindedness and cooperative spirit to shape the future of our industry and, with it, the path of your career. We are seeking for people who are passionate in their work and possess the drive to excel to join us! 

Right now, we are looking for an experienced Business Controller with financial business understanding and ability to drive strategy execution of Sales Operations and Business Process Technology functions – a team thoroughly monitoring and caring for our customer support operations. We offer you the opportunity to be part of this global team in a multi-cultural environment combined with great chances to develop, both personally and professionally!  

  
Your main purpose is to contribute to our efforts to reach the overall operational and financial goals within our Global Sales and Marketing team, focusing on Business Process and Technology and Sales Operations functions. You provide the extended management team with financial and operational information, insight, and advise enabling them to make the right business-critical decisions.   

Participating in the development of business strategies and plans, including business performance management, KPI development and implementation, modeling, analysis, sensitivity checks, return on investment analysis, comments and advise on financial implications is an important part of your assignment. You play an instrumental role in the execution of key activities to ensure the performance of the key financial and operational KPIs.   

Your responsibility include:  

• Defining right KPIs to measure operational performance management of each sub department, ensuring data points, availability of reports and analysis, including advise on improvement actions   

• Driving capacity efficiency and cost management analysis, advice and execution with the departments    

• Driving monthly performance business reviews within the Global Sales Operations, Business Process Technology teams  

• Preparation and distribution of all required financial and management reports, including analysis and follow-up on actual results versus targets and prior periods  

• Preparing the annual and rolling forecasts, targets, ad hoc business plans where you lead the instructions and guidance for local entities ensuring the right process and that the process follows compliantly  

• Follow up and define business plans, processes and actions in partnership with the various Sales Operations defined regions and monitor the financial results versus plans  

• Ensuring the efficient functioning, identifies the needs and develops financial and controlling process and systems that supports day to day execution  

• Interpreting, implementing and developing financial operating policies, provide/support/guide audits of commercial processes to ensure compliance with policies and procedures  

• Participate/lead global projects/change initiatives within Global Sales & Marketing Controlling  
     

In this role you will be a key member of the Global Sales Operations and Business Process Technology department’s Senior Leadership Management team and Global Sales & Marketing Controller network. The location for this position is flexible, with a preference for Sweden. Global travel is included in your job.  
  
About you 

 
We are looking for someone with a university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics/Statistics or equivalent knowledge gained from work. You have proven experience in building, developing, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing professional controlling and/or operational teams. Knowledge in SAP and its process and understanding data management is required in this position. You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience working in a matrix environment is a must and we expect an interest in new digital solutions while knowledge in Power BI and Microsoft CRM is a plus. A service sector-related background and experience in operations and/or IT is a plus. Acting in a global setting calls for fluency in English, verbally and in writing. An analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and the ability to deep dive and investigate the relation of data points are a must. Curiosity for learning, understanding what drives results, linking actions to results, and connecting details to the bigger picture are essential. You should be able to link each department's drive/purpose to the bigger picture and have a strong understanding of strategy. Comfort and effectiveness in a matrix organization with influential management skills are also required. 

Your personality truly makes the difference and your ability to deal effectively with internal stakeholders on local, regional, and global levels is a valuable asset. By understanding our global strategy, you are able to translate them into day-to-day activities and easily balance quick business decisions with proper risk management; clearly communicating the impact on our business, our customers, and our employees. With a confidence in both yourself and your knowledge, you challenge us when necessary and happily promote new initiatives. Creating a safety-first culture is important to you and you aim to create a climate in which people want to take initiative, contribute, and feel comfortable in taking risks. We recognize and value your drive to succeed! 

 Our culture 

 
Innovation is in our DNA and we are proud to shape the future of manufacturing in close collaboration with our customers and partners. We believe in an inclusive, equal and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Add fair and rewarding benefits, as well as many different career options. Are you intrigued? Visit our website, LinkedIn or Facebook page to get to know us further.  
 
How to apply 
  Send your application no later than March,18 2025 . Read more about Sandvik and apply at https://www.home.sandvik/en/careers/job-search/, Job ID: R0076840 

Contact information   
For further information about this position please contact:   
Praskovia Sheremeteva, T&A Expert, praskovia.sheremeteva@sandvik.com  

Sandvik Coromant is part of the global industrial engineering group Sandvik and is at the forefront of developing manufacturing tools and machining solutions, with knowledge that drives the industry standards and innovations demanded by the metalworking industry now and in the next industrial era. Collaborations with educational institutions, extensive investment in research and development and strong customer partnership ensure the development of machining technologies that change, lead and drive the future of manufacturing. Sandvik Coromant owns over 1700 patents worldwide, employs around 8 000 staff, and is represented in more than 150 countries.