Plant Controlling Analyst - Region Western Europe

Job Purpose

The resource will join the Western Europe Plant Controlling Team and supports the standardization, harmonization, and digitalization of controlling activities across 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); 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‑month temporary contract)

Location: The position can be based in Châteauroux or Plaine‑de‑l’Ain, France

Equal Opportunity Employer: Barilla is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.