Plant Controller

China - Changshu (UFCC)
Fuel Cell & Stationary Catalysts
Finance

发布于 07-05-2025

About Umicore

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Giving new life to used metals. Powering the cars of the future. As a global materials and technology group, we pioneer approaches to sustainability that continue to offer customers materials and solutions that are essential to everyday life. We aim to be a clear world leader in materials for clean mobility and recycling and have turned our sustainability approach into an even greater competitive advantage.  To achieve this, however, we know we can’t stand still.  We know we need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. It’s why we invest so much in research & development. It’s why we push ourselves to tackle increasingly complex challenges. It’s why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed. It’s why we are looking for talented individuals to shape tomorrow by leading the way today. In an environment like this, imagine what you could do?

About Fuel Cell and Stationary Catalysts

High-performance stationary catalysts. Next generation fuel-cell technologies. With clean air and green mobility playing a vital part in protecting the world of tomorrow, our design and production of these sustainable solutions has never been more crucial. Developing innovative products for a broad range of industries, we’re creating a better future by helping customers reach zero emission mobility and power supply. To keep improving the way the world moves we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in. 

What you will be doing

   Direct the Finance aspects of the Fuel cell  business focusing on China  and support European and NAM in case of need.

   Lead the IBP process through inputs from Sales and Plant to produce the yearly IBP  budget for China  and support FCS BU on strategy update.

   Leading the EfG initiatives in order to meet the budget and KPIs.

   Define and measure key financial performance characteristics of the business in conjunction with the Stationary Catalyst Management Team.

   Analyze data and provide recommendations to support the development and implementation of continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness programs to support a sustainable and profitable business.    

   Direct SAP  Implement usage through the creation of processes and training. In addition to this manage the Umicore standard SAP usage support accurate and timely transactions.

   Manage the PM and Non-PM inventory with a focus on accuracy and cost effectiveness and make sure no metal exposure.

   Management Metal to ensure BTB and no exposure.

   Focus on the control of capital employed to manage sustainable inventories that manage the risk of obsolescence or slow-moving inventory and credit risks.

   Develop production controls to manage the days on inventory at appropriate levels to react to short lead times in growing markets.

   Implement systems to manage the information flow to coordinate communications to ensure on time delivery of the correct product.

   Ensure Umicore policies and MICR’s are applied to daily activities.

   Make sure TP compliance.

   Financial evaluation for New Business or new quotation.

   Support Fuel cell BU Budget and report at very beginning when timing allowed.

Who we are looking for

   University degree / master’s in finance, Accounting or Business Administration.

   Knowledge of IFRS and US-GAAP, which influences accounting and reporting for the division.

   Current and commanding knowledge in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, investment calculations, contract administrations, and analysis of various business strategies developing various scenarios to understand the opportunities – strategically and tactically in support of the business decisions.

   Ability to manage frequent product mix changes and rapidly increasing business volumes.

   Project management skills

   Language skills: strong English skills required.

   This position requires greater than ５ years of experience in the finance and accounting field with an internationally operating company.

   Working experience in multi-cultural environment.

   Strong ERP knowledge, SAP is a plus.

   Managing the financial aspects of a business in diverse cultures and locations requires a high degree of communication skills, both oral and written.

   Strong analytical, business and leadership skills. Clear and crisp verbal and written presentation skills.

   Independent thinking, self-motivation.

   Stress resilience

   Excellent analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills as most of the activities are unique in their nature.

   Intercultural awareness, understanding of different business practices in the relevant cultures.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?