Plant Controlling Analyst - Region Western Europe

Plant Controlling Analyst - Region Western Europe

About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Barilla France is looking for a Plant Controlling Analyst Western Europe (M/F/D) within the Region Western Europe.The role will join the Western Europe Plant Controlling team , reporting solid to the Plant Controlling Manager Europe.We offer a 6-month fixed-term contract for a dedicated, project-based role. The role will be based in Chateauroux or Plaine de l’Ain (France).

JOB PURPOSE The resource will join Western Europe Plant Controlling Team and will support the standardization, harmonization, and digitalization of controlling activities across the Western Bakery Plants, in line with Barilla Group best practices, ensuring alignment with Barilla Operations and enabling a more efficient, digital, and sustainable Finance organization.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Standardize and harmonize controlling processes across all Western Europe Bakery Plants
• Implement best practices and methodologies already adopted across Barilla Operations
• Drive simplification, standardization and digitalization of controlling activities, embedding a continuous improvement mindset to improve efficiency
• Develop and deploy standard templates, tools, and operating guidelines
• Support the implementation of the defined organizational model in Western Europe plants, in particular:
  • strengthening Finance–Supply Chain partnership, providing hands-on support and guidance throughout the transition and implementation
  • preparing work instructions and operational guidelines to ensure consistency and clarity
  • shadowing activities during the transition phase, ensuring proper knowledge transfer from Finance to Supply Chain
  • providing enhanced support post go-live, ensuring stability and full ownership by the plants until complete handover

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration & Management, Engineering or other similar studies
• Minimum of 2-years of relevant experience in Finance or Supply Chain
• Familiarity with SAP ECC, EPM, MS Office Apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Teams); the knowledge of Power BI is a plus
• Strong analytical, planning and organization skills, and strong problem-solving attitude
• Demonstrated autonomy, strong delegation skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment
• Good knowledge of English and French, both written and spoken (mandatory)
• Availability for business travels to the French production sites (estimated up to 30%)

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT

• You are passionate about Finance and Supply Chain
• You enjoy turning data into insights and supporting decision-making processes
• You are comfortable working in an international and cross-functional environment
• You have a hands-on approach and a continuous improvement mindset
• You are ready to take ownership of a project and make a tangible impact

Start Date : September 2026 (6-months temporary contract)Location : the position can be based in Chateauroux or Plaine de l’Ain (France)

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