Plant Controller – Transformation

1 week ago


Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia Juffali Chemical Group Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Candidate Criteria

  • Experience:
    4–5 years in plant finance, cost control, and transformation projects
  • Industry:
    Manufacturing, industrial services, or other process-driven sectors
  • Location:
    Preferably local or willing to relocate to the plant site
  • Systems:
    SAP FICO or similar ERP experience
  • Mindset:
    Strong challenger of operational inefficiencies, cost drivers, and transformation blockers

Job Profile:
Plant Controller (Transformation-Focused)

Position Summary

The Plant Controller will lead financial oversight and operational cost control for the manufacturing site, playing a pivotal role in plant transformation initiatives. The role requires a strategic, challenger mindset, strong analytical capabilities, and hands-on experience in driving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead plant-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Analyze and challenge operational cost drivers and variances
  • Partner with plant leadership to drive transformation and efficiency projects
  • Develop and monitor KPIs for cost, productivity, and performance
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
  • Support SAP FICO optimization at the plant level
  • Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses
  • Lead cost-saving initiatives and track ROI of transformation efforts

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with a qualification in cost and management accounting
  • 4–5 years of experience in plant finance or controlling
  • Proven track record in plant transformation or turnaround projects
  • Strong command of cost accounting, variance analysis, and operational finance
  • Proficiency in SAP FICO or similar ERP systems
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to challenge operational assumptions and drive change

Competencies

  • Strategic thinking with operational execution
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Influencing and negotiation capabilities
  • Process improvement orientation
  • Resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments


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