Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance) (f/m/d)

As the Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance) at Enpal, your primary responsibilities will include leading financial analysis and reporting for inventory, managing inventory control processes, preparing detailed reports, developing KPIs and dashboards, and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. You'll analyze trends and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring accurate inventory valuations and stock levels.

To qualify for the Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance) role at Enpal, candidates should possess a Master's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field, along with at least 3 years of experience in business control, financial analysis, or accounting with a focus on inventory management. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills are essential, as well as fluency in both German and English.

At Enpal, professional development is key. As a Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance), you will have access to numerous learning opportunities such as Lunch & Learn sessions and team events where knowledge and experiences are shared. Additionally, our strong feedback culture encourages continuous growth and improvement, allowing you to refine your skills in line with your personal goals.

The work culture at Enpal for a Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance) is dynamic and inclusive. You'll be part of a motivated team with members from over 65 different nationalities. We value teamwork and regularly engage in team-building events, creating a lively environment where input is welcome, and collaboration thrives, all aimed at making a significant impact in the green energy sector.

In the position of Business Controller - Supply Chain (Finance) at Enpal, you will have ample opportunities to innovate inventory management strategies and financial processes. Your insights will directly influence decisions aimed at reducing holding costs and enhancing supply chain efficiency. Joining a fast-growing green energy company means you're at the cutting edge of supply chain and finance innovations, with the chance to implement new ideas that reflect our commitment to sustainability.

To answer this question, focus on specific projects or roles you've held involving financial analysis, outlining your responsibilities. Mention any methods you used to analyze inventory performance, how your insights led to cost savings, and how you communicated those findings to stakeholders to aid decision-making.

Discuss your strategies for prioritization, such as using project management tools, setting deadlines, and communicating with team members to align priorities. Highlight a time when your approach successfully helped manage competing demands within inventory control or financial reporting.

Mention the KPIs that you find most relevant, such as inventory turnover ratio, carrying costs, and stock accuracy. Explain how you track these indicators and how they aid in influencing business decisions related to supply chain efficiency.

Share your experience with ERP systems, focusing on specific modules or features you've utilized. If you've worked with MS Dynamics, describe how you used it for inventory management and financial reporting, emphasizing any integrations or custom reports you developed.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, and Result) to outline a specific instance where you successfully identified a cost-saving opportunity. Explain the steps you took, how you implemented your recommendations, and the financial impact it had on the organization.

Discuss the methods you use for maintaining accuracy, such as regular audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes. Talk about the software tools you utilize to support your strategies and share an example of how this approach helped improve accuracy in previous roles.

Highlight the importance of clear, concise communication and regular updates. Explain how you tailor your communication style to different stakeholders, whether they are technical personnel or executives, ensuring they understand the implications of inventory performance on overall business health.

Talk about how accurate forecasting is crucial for effective inventory management and discuss the methods or tools you use to make forecasts. Give examples of how successful forecasting has led to improved stock levels and reduced costs in your past experience.

Share a specific project or initiative where you identified inefficiencies in inventory control processes and detail the steps you took to enhance them. Focus on the results achieved, such as time savings, reduced costs, or improved accuracy.

Express your passion for sustainability and the renewable energy field. Discuss how Enpal's mission aligns with your values, and mention any personal experiences or goals that further reinforce your desire to contribute positively to this industry.