Plant Controller

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join LANXESS as a Plant Controller and become a key player in our financial and business management team.

**Get to Know Us**

LANXESS is a pioneer and world leader in the market of preservatives, flavorings, and a range of specialized chemical products. Our factory in Rotterdam Botlek plays a crucial role in producing top-quality chemicals such as benzaldehyde, benzyl alcohol, and benzoic acid. Safety and innovation are at the core of our work, reflected in our BRZO status and advanced production techniques.

**Job Highlights**:

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Financial Reporting**: Prepare and analyze financial reports, focusing on production volumes, raw material usage, utilities, and labor costs.
- ** Budgeting and Forecasting**: Lead the annual budget preparation and monthly forecasting for plant costs, production volumes, and Capex demands.
- ** Product Costing**: Ensure accuracy in product costing by regularly reviewing and updating bills of materials and costs.
- ** Capex Control**: Oversee Capex controlling, including maintenance, growth, and health, safety, and environment (HSE) capital projects using SAP PPM.
- ** Month-End Accruals**: Determine and communicate month-end accruals for expenses and Capex to the accounting team for accurate closing processes.

**Requirements**:

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Educational Background**: Degree in Finance or equivalent.
- ** Professional Experience**: 3-5 years in a similar role.
- ** Technical Skills**: Advanced knowledge of SAP and Excel.
- ** Analytical Skills**: Strong ability to perform detailed financial analyses.
- ** Communication**: Excellent negotiation and organizational skills.
- Fluency in both Dutch and English is mandatory for this position.

**What Do We Offer?**

You'll be in a dynamic environment at LANXESS with a direct, full-time, permanent employment contract.

Your salary will have an appealing monthly wage, excluding allowances.

We offer excellent secondary employment conditions, including a 13th-month bonus, holiday pay, bonus schemes, and 25 vacation days.

You will also benefit from:

- A solid pension plan.
- A generous travel allowance.
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning, allowing you to learn new skills without limitations.
- A vitality program with a contribution of up to €250 gross annually.
- Extensive opportunities for professional development and growth.

**Why LANXESS?**

A strong team spirit, growth opportunities, and a pleasant work-life balance characterize our culture.

You're not just a number here; your work is recognized and appreciated.

With significant investments on the horizon, now is the perfect time to join us and grow together.

**Interested?**

Leave your CV, and we will contact you shortly to schedule a personal conversation so we can explore your opportunities at LANXESS. A motivation letter is not required; we'd prefer to get to know you directly.

LANXESS is committed to creating an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We promote a culture of respect, integrity, and teamwork, where differences are celebrated and embraced as essential components of success. LANXESS is dedicated to providing reasonable needed adjustments for applicants with disabilities to ensure their equal participation in the selection process.

**Join LANXESS, where you’ll find growth and balance every step of the way**

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