Plant Controller

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Currently, Vandemoortele is looking for a Plant Controller Plant-Based Food Solutions, responsible for the controlling processes of the plants in Izegem (Belgium) and Zeewolde (The Netherlands). In PBFS, Vandemoortele targets European professional users with a broad portfolio of products that combine processability, taste and flavour, as well as European retailers with private label margarines and frying fats.

Your role

You will be dedicated for 50% to the controlling activities for the plant in Izegem and 50% for the plant in Zeewolde. You will work 1-2 days a week on site, with 25-30% travel per month to the Netherlands. The primary objective is to support the Head of Finance Benelux and Site Management with pro-active, accurate and timely financial information in order to implement the Group strategy.
The role reports directly to the Local Lead Controlling Benelux.

Your key responsibilities?

• Supporting management in the development of their goals and action plans and monitor compliance with the budget and KPIs (materials, labor and maintenance) including monthly commentary of drivers behind variances;
• Reporting and presenting monthly results to the site team including business insights
• Coordination and preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecast;
• Build up analysis and cost calculations to provide management with correct information;
• Work with site management team to develop a database of cost out opportunities and be a key member of the team driving implementation of cost out opportunities;
• Track, challenge and evaluate investments made related to efficiency and/or capacity (CAPEX projects);
• Ensure robust financial controls are in place and are following financial policies;
• Support plant management in ad hoc exercises and projects;
• Review existing processes and look for efficiency opportunities and standardization

What’s in it for you?

• We cherish our big little family: We are a family-owned company that is professional, but also very warm and welcoming. At Vandemoortele everybody is treated with respect. We have a culture of cooperation and teamwork where all colleagues are accessible and can rely on each other.
• A great work-experience: We offer you challenging work with a great purpose in an international company having a dynamic, driven and ambitious culture and a collegial atmosphere.
• We value you as a person: As an associate of Vandemoortele you get to take initiative and bring your own ideas to work. You can count on honest feedback and will be genuinely listened to.
• We care for your future: Vandemoortele is an international food company with a long-term vision. We invest in innovation and R&D to ensure our long-term success. This makes us a reliable and stable employer where job security is high. We choose to make strong sustainability efforts because we care for all people and the environment.
• We make products for you to love: We are a team of passionate food enthusiasts. In our mission to shape a tasty future we strive to create a wide range of food solutions that connects people, cultures and traditions. You can kickstart your day with a delicious croissant fresh out of the oven and enjoy tasty food in our company restaurant.
• Easy to reach: Our HQ is located close to a bus stop and highway exits. Want to come by bike? Lease a bike at Vandemoortele!

Are you the one we're looking for?

• You hold a Master’s Degree;
• You are highly analytical with a flair for numbers and you have a good knowledge and understanding of financial topics;
• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, in English and Dutch. Within the role, you will be in close contact with a lot of internal stakeholders such as plant/site managers, purchasing managers, commercial managers and production managers. You will present results on management meetings;
• You are genuinely interested in production processes;
• Able to understand and explain the total picture off all projects and processes
• You are a multitasker with attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills in order to meet deadlines for both plants
• You are eager to learn and to further grow within the organization (possibility for rotation programme within the finance team). You will be part of a young and dynamic controlling team;
• You are highly flexible, proactive, stress resistant and result oriented.
• You have excellent knowledge of MS Office. Knowledge of SAP, SAP BW and Power BI is an advantage.

Join us in making sweet memories!

We look forward to welcoming you to our delicious journey!
Submit your updated CV and compelling cover letter (optional) highlighting your relevant experience and motivation.
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