Strategic Cost & Profitability Lead

At Destination Workplace, we believe everyone deserves to thrive in a workplace that inspires growth, purpose, and collaboration.

That's why we're partnering with a dynamic international industrial group to find a Profitability Controller to join their growing Shared Service Center in Sofia and drive margin improvement and global procurement savings.

About the Role:

As a Profitability Controller you will take full ownership of two critical areas: end‑to‑end profitability of one concrete business category as well as global cost‑savings program across both - direct and indirect purchasing. In close collaboration with executive leadership and international teams, you will drive margin enhancement, oversee implementation of initiatives, and secure long-term cost improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Run a complete cost and margin review for a specific product category (materials, labor, overhead, SG&A expences) and pinpoint items that are low‑margin or losing money.
• Prepare and present detailed profitability reports and recommend actionable margin improvement measures.
• Lead and coordinate the global purchasing savings program: collect, validate and track initiatives across plants/ offices; ensure timely execution; consolidate and report savings to senior management.
• Monitor vendor performance, license/ utilization and contract renewals; identify and escalate risks and delays.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives (license optimization, contract consolidation, demand bundling) and promote cost awareness and accountability across the organization.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Purchasing, Sales, Operations and Legal to align commercial and technical solutions.

Who We're Looking For:

• Degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Administration or related.
• Proven experience in cost controlling/financial analysis/purchasing/operations (manufacturing/automotive preferred).
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; advanced Excel (pivot tables) and PowerPoint.
• Hands‑on data analysis: transform data into actionable insights; experience with ERP/SAP and AI tools is a plus.
• Solid budgeting and financial principles knowledge.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; experience with senior leadership.
• High ownership, results‑oriented, able to work under pressure and manage priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management, cross‑functional influence and confident escalation.
• Fluent English; German or other languages advantageous.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary package;
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options;
• Health insurance and additional benefits;
• Opportunities for professional growth and development;
• Collaborative and international work environment;
• Modern office facilities and supportive team culture.

Ready to take ownership of impactful projects and drive results in an international environment? Apply now or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity.

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