Deputy Manager - MM Controlling (Chennai, TN, IN, 631604) presso ZF Friedrichshafen AG - ZF

About the team:

Are you passionate about financial analytics and eager to make a real impact?

As a Materials Controller at ZF Group, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations, coordinating processes preparing analyses, participating in the business planning, and more.

What you can look forward to as Materials Controller (m/f/d):

• Perform monthly material cost analysis, scrutinizing variances and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor and track inflation for raw materials and components, negotiating with customers for recovery on finished goods parts and with vendors in case of deflation.
• Estimate material costs for monthly forecasts and annual operating plans to support budgeting and planning activities.
• Ensure timely completion of cost audit reporting and filing to meet regulatory requirements.
• Drive and achieve cost reduction targets through strategic negotiations and initiatives, contributing to the company's profitability.

Your Profile as as Materials Controller (m/f/d):

• Educational background in finance, accounting, or a related field. (CA or ICWA Must)
• Proven professional experience in material cost analysis, ideally in a manufacturing or supply chain context.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, cost reduction strategies, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and relevant software for cost analysis.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills for collaborating with internal teams, vendors
  customers, as well as a willingness to travel as required for business purposes. 

Why you should Choose ZF :

• Opportunity to work on ZF’s diverse portfolio of projects
• High emphasis on career growth
• Work culture for flexibility
• Extensive leave options for work-life-balance
• Dynamic culture of recognition, wellness programs and more