Operations Controller

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About Us

GROHE is the world's leading provider of sanitary fittings and a global brand, dedicated to providing innovative water products. For many decades, GROHE has been committed to the brand values of technology, quality, design and sustainability that all illustrate GROHE's commitment to creating exceptional experiences and to delivering "Pure FreudeanWasser". With its engineering, innovation and design activities firmly anchored in Germany, GROHE products bear the badge of quality "Made in Germany", ultimately strengthening the customers’ confidence in the brand. In 2014, GROHE became part of the LIXIL Corporation, a publicly listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job description

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A high-visibility role supporting global Operations across the Americas, Asia and Europe. You will act as an extension of the headquarters controlling team, strengthening financial transparency, accuracy and cost optimisation across a complex, international matrix organisation.

About the Role

This position consolidates, analyses and reports financial and operational data for the global Fittings & Fixtures Operations division. You will collaborate closely with Procurement, R&D and FP&A, ensuring reliable month-end execution, accurate forecasting inputs and strong data foundations for strategic decision-making. The environment is international, transparent and improvement-driven, with teams across Germany, the US, Mexico, China and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Consolidation - Prepare and maintain monthly reporting packages for global Operations.
• Procurement Analysis - Track raw material, component and finished goods prices; monitor procurement savings pipeline.
• Month-End Close - Create accruals and deferrals, calculate FX impacts, perform analyses and prepare management slides.
• Freight & Cost Review - Analyse inbound and inter-unit freight variances and identify optimisation opportunities.
• Forecasting & Budgeting - Collect and align financial inputs from plants, procurement and central functions.
• Standard Costing - Support annual standard cost-setting and maintain master data and system parameters.
• System Support - Assist with rollout and maintenance of automated reporting systems.
• Cross-Border Collaboration - Work as an extended arm of HQ, ensuring transparent and efficient workflows.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Controlling or Business Administration
• 1-3 years of controlling experience (operations, plant, business or financial controlling)
• Strong command of Excel / Google Sheets
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost control and accounting principles
• Experience with SAP (MM/FI) and BI tools (SAP BW, IBM Planning Analytics) is an advantage
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to work independently
• Strong teamwork orientation and intercultural competence
• Fluent English (written and spoken)

Working Environment

• Remote role based in Portugal
• Travel to Germany 3-4 times per year
• International team across multiple time zones
• Culture focused on transparency, partnership, and continuous improvement
• Broad exposure to Procurement, R&D and FP&A
• Strong development potential within a global organisation

Why This Role Stands Out

• Broad visibility across a large matrix organisation
• Opportunity to influence financial and operational decisions
• Collaborative, long-tenured teams with excellent team spirit
• Flexible working approach
• Meaningful involvement in global data, systems and process optimisation

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