Controlling Manager

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world. 

Mission

For the scope of Global Lens Operations Supply Chain Ensure business planning activities (Budget, Forecast) in accordance with group standards and timelines; guarantee inventory and obsolescence accuracy on accounting and reporting; monitor inventory levels and minimize the risk of obsolescence; provide guidance and collaborate with the Supply Chain community; highlight business optimization whenever possible.

Roles & Responsibilities

As a key person of FP&A Supply Chain for Lens Operations, the position will be directly in charge of the activities described below:

A. Business Planning

● Budgeting and forecasting related to supply chain processes.

● Propose and validate the financial objectives with the management team.

● Analyze budget and forecasts data and prepare variance analysis.

● Ensure alignment between management expectation and group planning system.

B. Reporting & Analysis

● Ensure accounting and reporting accuracy.

● Build and implement supply chain financial KPIs (DIO, stock targets, service levels etc.).

● Ensure full scope reporting (entity, inventory category, inventory account).

● Prepare inventory balance sheet report (gross value and net value) and ensure data consistency across different reports.

● Prepare the P&L inventory reserve report, and analysis by inventory category.

C. Inventory Control

● Participate in all key inventory control activities and play the controlling role in business decision making.

● Work with supply chain category teams and other key stakeholders on inventory optimization.

D. Obsolescence Management

● Involvement from the outset in all events that triggers significant obsolescence risks.

● Work with the key stakeholders (project team, supply chain…) to minimize the risks.

● Monitor dashboard and action plans.

E. Business Partnering

● Serve as an internal consultant on Supply Chain controlling, collaborating closely with key stakeholders (Supply chain, new product project, Global Engineering, etc.).

● Enhance FP&A Supply Chain in all Regions, bringing consistent training and support.

F. Others

● Any ad hoc tasks assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate or postgraduate degree in Finance or Supply chain, with 5 years minimum of work experience in Finance or Supply chain functions, ideally within Operations with exposure to Supply Chain.

Competencies

● Technical skills

o Proficiency in financial planning activities.

o Strong analytical skills.

o Ability to work in a matrix organization and manage ambiguity.

o English proficiency in both written and verbal communication.

● Key leadership competencies:

o Business Acumen: knowing the business, understanding and using relevant data and information.

o Bold leadership: honest and open communicator, able to take firm stands when needed, sort out difficult situations without losing impartiality.

o Drive for Results : Committing and delivering work results, applying best practices and giving recognition for results

o Strategic Agility : Understanding, communicating and implementing strategy, building partnerships, innovating, being able to analyze short- and longer-term benefits and consequences, adapting and changing when necessary.