Senior Commercial Controller (Distribution)

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As Senior Commercial Controller (Distribution), you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

We are seeking a dynamic, collaborative and strategic professional to join our Corporate Finance team as Senior Commercial Controller (Distribution).

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Define financial targets for revenue and profitability for the offline channel of own Swarovski Retail Stores during budgeting and forecasting cycle, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company objectives.
• Plan, monitor and analyze the performance of the distribution landscape, including the root cause of actual variances and forward-looking trend analysis, identify and recommend strategies to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.
• Enhance and streamline financial processes related to distribution controlling, investment evaluation in new or existing stores, assessing business cases, aligning financial targets.
• Conduct systematic performance reviews with the business post-opening.        
• Lead and support strategic projects such as distribution cost optimization, benchmarking of retail network costs and development of cost-to-serve models.
• Facilitate best practice across the Sales & Distribution channel, through benchmarking, knowledge sharing and development/ rollout of financial tools.
• Act as key finance partner within distribution to senior stakeholders, including the Global CFO, CCO and wider commercial leadership teams.
• Drive the central Controlling and Finance agenda with local general managers and controllers and act as the representative of central Finance in the geographical markets by providing the relevant perspective, priorities and benchmarking.
• Take a strategic view on market performance and consult with local markets on e.g. channel performance and profitability, business plans etc.

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

• University degree or university-level education, preferably in economics, business administration, business accounting, finance or a certified public accountant degree
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in a multinational environment, ideally in a global or regional business controlling role from the FMCG, luxury/fashion retailing, or consulting industries
• Strong business and commercial acumen with a proactive, independent, and consulting-style mindset
• A proven track record in business partnering along distribution landscapes, analysis, decision support with an ability to constructively challenge and influence senior stakeholders
• Advanced analytical skills, problem solving skills and financial modelling skills
• Clear communication skills, including an ability to summarize complex issues into simple, concise messages and recommendations
• Experience working in a matrix organization and collaborating with other functional teams
• Fluent oral and written communications skills in English
• Experience working with SAP and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (incl. financial modelling and scenario analysis) and PowerPoint.

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Swarovski product discounts
• Full coverage of accident insurance
• Attractive pension fund conditions
• Well-being offers available on-site
• Employee canteen with buffet

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.