Head of Finance

Job description

About the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and visionary Head of Finance to join our team at the Zoetermeer factory in the Netherlands.

 

Zoetermeer is part of the SN Global Supply Point network and is producing liquid medical nutrition. With more than 500 employees and 800 sku’s this factory is one of the most critical factories of Danone.

This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact and work closely with the Factory Director and Plant Leadership Team to drive financial excellence and strategic growth.

 

About the Job

·  Focus on cost competitiveness
·  Set a clear direction for long-term COGS evolution
·  Support and Drive IWS implementation within the factory, leading site loss analysis and implementation of action plan, PLT role in coaching on the floor.
·  Developing the Finance Team, on functional, managerial, business partnering capabilities and to lead the digitalization of the function
·  Be the business partner for the PLT
·  Drive a 3Y pipeline for productivity projects
·  Analyze, consolidate and animate the financial performance of the factory
·  Participate in strategic business cases and projects as appropriate (investment, restructuring, Capex, value creation projects etc)
·  Animate and drive Internal Control progress and improvements across the factory
·  Strengthen the SN GSP Finance community

Meet your future manager! Your manager will be Michiel de Rooij, Supply Point Director. Learn more about him: Michiel de Rooij | LinkedIn
About you

To be successful in this role, you fulfil the following:

·  Strong financial analysis and accountancy background, and excellent people management skills
·  Strategic mindset to set a clear direction for long-term COGS evolution
·  Build strong partnerships across plant leadership, finance and other key functions to drive alignment and execution
·  Develop the local finance team and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
·  Be able to use data-driven insights and sound judgment to make timely, effective decisions that support business performance
·  Fast learner, positive energy, committed, resilient
·  Fluent in English, conversational level Dutch is a plus
·  Change management experience and ability to lead change process About Danone

Working at Danone is a unique experience. It’s fast-paced and complex and, at times, it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities to learn and grow working with some of the best-known brands in the world, like Evian, Alpro, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and entrepreneurial ideas to the table – the impact you could make might just surprise you. One Planet. One Health – BY YOU.

We’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company. That means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we base our hiring decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.*

 

We Offer

 

It’s an exciting time to join Danone. You’ll build meaningful relationships and networks working with large, dynamic brands. And the best part? You’ll be supported to grow an impactful career that you can be proud of. Together, we’ll build a healthier world.

 

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension and great discounts on health insurance and Danone products. We understand the importance of flexibility and offer 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and a hybrid working environment, where you can work either from home or from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht and Rijswijk.

 

What’s Next

 

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of February 27th. Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close the job posting earlier than the stated deadline. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.

Need more information? Please contact Claudia Llona, Talent Acquisition Manager via claudia.llona@danone.com.

* All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
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Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. 

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