Head of Functional and Product Controlling

At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you.

We’re looking for a Head of Functional and Product Controlling to take on a leadership position with a direct impact on the company’s performance, while gaining international exposure in a dynamic and fast-paced consumer goods environment.

This is your chance to benefit from opportunities for professional development and growth within a global organization.

About the job

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Controlling team

• Drive budgeting, forecasting and performance management across product categories, Marketing activities, and all corporate functions

• Partner closely with commercial and functional teams to optimize business performance, margin management, strengthen promotional effectiveness and cost efficiency

• Drive the central Controlling and Finance agenda with both central and local stakeholders

• Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to senior management to support decisions on product portfolio mix, Marketing investments, trend analysis, and strategic recommendations

• Support corporate functions with end-to-end cost control, including cost planning, management, analysis, and insights driven reporting with strategic recommendations

• Safeguard robust, timely, and accurate reporting in line with internal and external financial standards

• Design, enhance, and standardize controlling frameworks, tools, and KPIs to monitor global market performance and identify growth opportunities

• Lead business cases for investments and support and long-term strategic and financial planning

About you

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

• University degree, preferably in economics, business administration, business accounting, or finance

• Minimum 8+ years of senior experience in Controlling, FP&A or Commercial Finance, strong background in FMCG or luxury/fashion retailing is a must

• Proven track record in operating at a global level, including leading cross-functional teams and managing global stakeholders

• Strong analytical mindset, strategic thinking, problem solving and financial modelling skills

• Providing a business and commercial acumen with a proactive, independent, and consulting-style mindset

• Excellent communication skills, including an ability to summarize complex issues into simple, concise messages and recommendations

• Experience of working in a matrix organization and collaborating with other functional teams

• Fluent oral and written communications skills in English

• Advanced proficiency in SAP BW, Power BI and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (incl. financial data modelling and scenario analysis) and PowerPoint

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Learning and career development programs to help you grow

• A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters

• Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance

• Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you

• Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products

• Full coverage of accident insurance

• Attractive pension fund conditions

• Subsidized public transportation or free parking

• Employee canteen with buffet

About Swarovski

Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.

Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.

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