*sg&a controller*
location tlaquepaque, jalisco
forvia hella is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the forvia group, forvia hella stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the lifecycle solutions business group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 36,500 employees at over 125 locations, the company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.
*your tasks*
this role is designed to challenge and support the purchasing function, ensuring accuracy in forecasts, cost reductions, and proper management of provisions. This position will focus on purchasing deviations, forecasts, and cost control.
- purchasing oversight: control and monitor purchasing operations, including price forecasts and expense planning.
- cost reduction initiatives: challenge purchasing teams to achieve savings and reduce costs.
- provision management: handle positive provisions (e.g., bonuses) and negative provisions.
- forecast accuracy: ensure budget forecasts are precise and aligned with company kpis.
- financial impact analysis: evaluate impacts on p&l, balance sheet, and cash flow.
- cross-functional collaboration: connect purchasing with sales and other departments to align strategies.
- variance tracking: monitor ppv (purchase price variance) and ppi (purchase price index).
*your qualifications*
- accounting background: strong knowledge of accounting principles, including irfs and their impact on p&l and balance sheet.
- purchasing experience: prior experience in purchasing or procurement is highly desirable.
- sap proficiency: hands-on experience with sap systems.
- analytical skills: ability to interpret financial data, forecasts, and variances.
- industry knowledge: experience in automotive or electronic manufacturing industries is a plus.
*- isabella lemmen meyer