Program Controller

In this role, you will support the development of vehicle programs throughout key milestones. As a Program Controller, you will work closely with the Program Manager and provide support on all financial topics to help steer programs efficiently and effectively.

The role focuses on controlling program investments as well as monitoring the profitability of vehicle programs throughout their full lifecycle. You will collaborate with a wide range of functions, including Program Management, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Design, Procurement, Business Planning, Volume Planning, and other key stakeholders.

The position also requires close cooperation with external development partners and program counterparts responsible for creating cost estimates and development work proposals. You will participate in all financial planning processes, including Forecasting, Budgeting, and Business Planning, for your assigned vehicle program. This includes responsibility for both investment tracking and profitability performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively steer the program towards set targets.
• Deliver quality-assured data into program milestones and be an active part of decision-making within the programs.
• Be responsible for the Program Cost Tracker.
• Secure and deliver cost and investment data into program milestones, including explaining the activities driving variances.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in the profit model inputs by monitoring system status and taking necessary actions where required.
• Actively participate in decisions related to IPL and/or BPL by providing timely data, investigations, and business cases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the company to optimize and stay on top of profit model inputs.

Competence Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in controlling or analyst roles.
• Outstanding analytical capabilities.
• Very strong Excel and data handling skills.
• Experience in controlling, including setting and following up on targets.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate inputs from numerous internal stakeholders.
• Understanding of potential cost and revenue drivers within the automotive industry.

Other Requirements

• Self-motivated, driven, and proactive in solving issues and suggesting improvements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.