Benefits Package:
* £35,000 - £40,000
* 12% Pension
* Strong training and development scheme
* Brilliant benefits package.
* Multiple sites Globally - extremely stable company.
With operations across the globe and an ever-expanding customer base, this prestigious manufacturer is planning the next part of their recruitment push. Following their recent investment, they are looking for a Procurement Controller to lead from the front within the Procurement / Finance team. The company has multiple sites within the organization and offers opportunities for employees to train both internally and externally to develop their skills. The role also comes with opportunities to progress within the organization and advance your career.
Role & Responsibilities:
* Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the plant production costing and accuracy to ensure management receives clear and accurate data to make strategic decisions for the plant.
* Responsible for executing various tasks related to current cost rates/inventory valuation and the timely resolution of errors.
* Responsible for preparing the relevant costing information and analyses for operational management.
* Maintain production cost controlling processes: on SKU level, production orders by all components (RM, speeds, wastes, etc).
* Deal with operations KPI controlling on a frequent basis: actual performance in general and by product, group, machine, etc versus standard/targeted.
* Control and update the Bills of Materials, Master data to ensure accurate costs and meticulously review costs for any discrepancies.
* Prepare the pre- and post-calculation analysis with advice on areas for improvement.
* Update the standard costs and ongoing monitoring and updating of inventory levels (including stocktaking).
* Regular internal reporting of defined operational key figures (e.g., waste, efficiency) and development of related measurement systems/processes.
* Develop decision-making bases, creating and improving existing analytical tools & systems (e.g., cost analysis, PMDB).
* Assist with financial month-end closing activities (e.g., inventory valuation, management information systems, cockpit).
* Support the commercial/pricing team with accurate costing.
* Support and collaborate closely with the local operations manager with transparent analysis and areas for improvement.
* Support in new product development, optimizations in costing areas.
* Support the annual budgeting process and forecasts.
* Controls according to the internal control system (CSA) and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
* A degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or a similar discipline is required.
* SAP preferred or other manufacturing ERP system experience - the business is rolling out a new SAP program next year - experience with SAP will be advantageous.
* Advanced Excel skills.
* Strong knowledge of CO (Product Cost Controlling) / MM modules in SAP.
* Knowledge of production costing: cost elements and cost center accounting, material routine, bills of materials, production processes, and production order settlement, etc.
* Result-oriented and action-minded, hands-on mentality.
* Must be able to manage multiple priorities and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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