Senior Director Financial Planning, Analysis & Controlling

Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.” Joining the Marelli Finance team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation. As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us. About the Position: We are looking for an experienced and highly driven Senior Director Financial Planning, Analysis & Controlling to join the Global Finance team. The role has end‑to‑end responsibility for Global FP&A and Controlling activities at Group and Functional level, with direct leadership over the Controlling teams supporting Central Functions, and the finance reference points for CXO functional areas. The position plays a key role in strengthening financial governance, performance management and decision‑making across all corporate functions, while acting as a trusted business partner to the CFO and CXO leadership. Your Responsibilities will be: Financial Planning & Strategic support: Lead the development of annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and rolling forecasts. Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to the CFO and executive team. Oversee financial modeling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives. Performance Management & Reporting: Define and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial and operational performance. Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, including variance analysis and risk/opportunity assessments. Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Functional and Corporate Controlling oversight: Lead and coordinate Controlling teams supporting Central Functions. Act as the finance reference for CXO functional areas, ensuring cost control, forecast accuracy and performance transparency. Drive consistency and alignment between FP&A processes, functional controlling and Group financial governance. Promote harmonized planning, reporting and cost management practices across all corporate functions. Business Partnership & Decision Support: Act as a strategic advisor to business unit leaders, providing data-driven insights to drive profitability and efficiency. Partner with operations, procurement, and sales teams to optimize cost structures and margin improvement. Evaluate capital investment decisions and support M&A due diligence and integration efforts. Process Improvement & Systems Optimization: Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, tools, and analytics capabilities. Lead the evolution of FP&A and Controlling systems, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility. Develop and coach global FP&A and Functional Controlling teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and a strong performance culture. What Qualifications you will bring: Education : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred. Experience : 12+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership FP&A and Controlling role in a manufacturing or automotive environment. Proven experience in supporting corporate or central functions in a matrixed environment. Strong exposure to performance management, financial governance and business partnering at senior leadership level. Key Skills : Strong financial planning, forecasting, and analytical capabilities. Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures, working capital management, and financial controls. Proficiency in financial systems (SAP, Hyperion, Power BI, etc.). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Other skills that we would welcome: Experience in a global, matrixed organization, embracing diversity and multiculturalism, is highly valued. Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and financial regulatory compliance. Track record of driving process improvements and system enhancements. What does this position offer you: Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility. Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed. A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office. Take the next step: Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future. Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of Marelli? Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via Website or LinkedIn. About Us: Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world. Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers. Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business. Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it! At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community. Find All Jobs Marelli is a global, independent technology partner to the automotive industry, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Joining the Marelli team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, and grow. We believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it! Discover our open positions and take the first step towards an exciting career in Marelli . Explore new horizons and unleash your potential. Join us today! Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.