Position Snapshot

Location: Henniez, Switzerland
Company: Nestlé Waters
Act. Rate: Full-Time
Type of contract: Permanent contract

What we offer at Nestlé

Flexible combination of office-based and remote work. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you!
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
Modern "smart office" locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces
Dynamic international working environment
Attractive additional benefits

Position Summary

''Nestlé WATERS'' is the WATERS division of the Nestlé Group, and is also a leader in its sector, with well-known and prestigious brands as Perrier, San Pellegrino, Vittel, Contrex, Aquarel, PureLife, Aqua Panna, Henniez. Nestlé WATERS is active in 130 countries and employs more than 30'000 employees. For further insight on our culture, values and principles, please read our Nestlé Corporate Business Principles on www.nestle.com.

As a Sales Controller & BU Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing valuable insights and robust support for fact-based decision-making processes. Your expertise in the current business environment and specialist financial knowledge will be instrumental in challenging both new strategies and the status quo.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don't miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context.

A Day in the Life of a Sales Controller & BU Specialist

• As Sales Controller:
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  • Participate in developing customer and channel strategies and ensure alignment with the commercial plan
  • Ensure accuracy of Actuals by overseeing timely and accurate period-end close, specifically regarding trade spends
  • Record accruals accurately, collaborating with Sales for pre-close efforts, and monitor progress to close gaps while adhering to financial policies and standards
  • Provide reconciliations between P&L, Trade Reports, and Balance sheet for comprehensive financial analysis
  • Monitor Sales Force MOGEs, advise on resource planning, and ensure compliance with internal controls and trade spend practices

• As Business Controlling Specialist:
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  • Support the execution of the business plan and ensure alignment with the overall strategy
  • Contribute to Scenario Planning and Dynamic Forecast preparation within Monthly Business Planning
  • Analyze and report on cost and top-line components to support performance management of the category
  • Assist in resource allocation optimization and portfolio management for business innovation and renovation
  • Provide financial perspective and analysis for new business initiatives, ensuring understanding of the value creation framework among non-finance peers

What will make you successful

• Established experience in Finance/Controlling function
• Degree in Business or Finance
• Previous experience in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry
• Experience working within a network organization, including collaboration with internal /external providers
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in French, English, German as a plus

Nestlé is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially.

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.

Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.