Senior Global Operations Controller

Karo Healthcare is a fast-growing European consumer healthcare company with a wide and diverse portfolio of well-known brands spanning seven categories including medical products. We are committed to empowering people to make smart, everyday healthcare decisions and are on a journey to achieve a €1 billion leadership position in the European consumer health market.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Global Operations Controller to join our team. This role will be pivotal in driving financial control, cost efficiency, and insightful analysis within our supply chain operations. The Senior Operations Controller will collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and other cross-functional teams to ensure financial discipline and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial controlling activities related to supply chain operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Act a business partner to the COO and the operations team to provide financial transparency and support decision making.
• Analyse supply chain costs and performance metrics to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Partner with Procurement and Logistics teams to monitor supplier contracts and logistics spending.
• Develop and maintain financial models and dashboards to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Manage month-end closing activities related to supply chain costing and inventory valuation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support management reporting, including preparation of presentations and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial performance within the supply chain.
• Mentor and guide junior controllers and finance team members as needed.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in financial controlling, business partnering, or similar roles within supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, IFS), and advanced Excel.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within complex supply chain environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• Five or more years of relevant controlling experience in supply chain or logistics environments.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with a proactive approach.
• Fluent in English.

Benefits

• Opportunity to create, grow, and encourage

• Apart from a competitive salary pack, there are lots of growth opportunities to meet your personal ambitions
• Flexible schedule and life work balance
• Responsibility for exciting and challenging projects that have a direct, visible impact on our customers and the industry
• Very positive work environment in a dynamic, international, and motivated team
• Start-up spirit while being a part of the large international organization with strong values

Karo Healthcare has a Diverse & Inclusive environment. We are looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.