At Paulig, we believe every meal, cup, and moment should be full of flavour — and that bold ideas can make the world a tastier, more sustainable place. As a house of iconic brands, we can make an impact that counts – and careers that matter.
Now we’re looking for a Head of Operations Controlling to join our passionate team and help us shape the future of food and beverages. You will be based in Roeselare, Belgium and report to the Director, Business Control, Supply Chain & Sourcing and Investments and be part of a great international team of Supply Chain Controllers based in our locations across Europe.
The main scope of the job relates to the area of Tex Mex with factories located in Roeselare, Belgium and interaction with factories in UK and Sweden being part of the cluster. You will lead a team of three operation controllers.
As Head of operations controlling Tex Mex you will have a key role within the Tex Mex area. Next to your finance role and business partnering with the operational team, you will also participate in exciting projects such as new product development, business cases, report development and roll out of new ERP.
In this role, you will:
Deliver timely and accurate operational financial reporting, including monthly closing, forecasting and budgeting
Improve operational efficiency through structured analysis (variance analysis, waste monitoring, capacity utilization, OEE, kg/mhr, kg/lhr)
Analyze and challenge actual vs. standard costs and monitor YoY performance with strong understanding of operational KPIs
Lead tariff calculations, standard cost updates and cost roll-ups for finished goods; act as key ERP user
Partner with Supply Chain, Marketing and Business Areas on business cases, budgeting, new product development and capex support
You combine financial expertise with strong operational understanding and business acumen. You communicate clearly, challenge constructively and help drive performance to your team and across the organization.
To succeed in this role, you likely have:
5-10 years of experience in Operations Controlling with higher degree in Finance or a related field
Fluent in English and Dutch
Strong IT skills and experience with Infor M3 is preferred and will be considered a significant advantage + MS Office, Excel, and Power BI
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
Strong communicator and people leader with a results-driven mindset and the ability to inspire, guide and coach others to achieve high performance
The flavours we bring
Working at Paulig, a family owned company, means being part of an international community with bold ambitions and an inclusive growth culture.
We offer:
A purpose-driven workplace – we’re building a healthier, more sustainable food culture.
Continuous learning – access to LinkedIn Learning, and development programs.
Flexibility – the office is our main workplace, but we also offer the possibility to work from home part of the week.
A passionate, international team – diverse backgrounds that spark creativity and collaboration.
Join us on our journey to build a flavourful and more sustainable future. We review applications continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and bring your unique flavour to Paulig.
If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to Olivier Thouet, olivier.thouet@paulig.com
Want to learn more about working at Paulig and what we offer? Visit www.pauliggroup.com.
Paulig is an international food and beverage company, growing a new, sustainable food culture – one that is good for both people and the planet. Paulig provides Tex Mex, snacks, coffees, world foods and spices. The company's brands include Santa Maria, Paulig, Conimex, Risenta, Poco Loco and Zanuy, among others. In 2024, the company’s sales amounted to approximately EUR 1.2 billion. Paulig was founded in 1876 and is 100% owned by the Paulig family. The company has 2,700 employees in 13 different countries united by the purpose 'For a life full of flavour'. www.pauliggroup.com
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