Head of Business Control

Are you ready for a BIG challenge in Procurement Business Controlling?

We are seeking a passionate Head of Business Control who plays a crucial role in overseeing the financial and operational performance of our procurement function. This role, based in Zevenaar, involves leading a team of Category Controllers and providing strategic business partnering to Category Management Teams to optimize costs and efficiency.

Strong business partnering with Head of Categories and respective Category Managers is essential to ensure a cost-driven and efficient approach. Ideally, you bring cross-functional expertise and deep knowledge of Procurement Controlling, effectively navigating conflicts with Management Units (MUs) regarding cost reduction, cost avoidance and cash impact.

As an ambassador for Procurement’s financial contributions, this individual will drive alignment and ensure the MUs recognise the value Procurement delivers. You report directly to the Procurement Finance Director and will act as his right-hand person. Also, you are someone who naturally connects with operational Category Controllers and enjoys taking on category controlling tasks yourself to stay close to the content and bring added value.

Your BIG challenge as our Head of Business Control in Procurement

Leadership and team development  
First and foremost, this role offers a real opportunity to make a large-scale impact by bringing your knowledge, experience, and vision to the table. You will work together with your supportive team to develop a collaborative financial business partner role — one that will help Intersnack unlock even more potential for improvement.

Lead and grow a strong team of (Category) Controllers. 

·       Mentor and support their professional and personal development

·       Build a visible, people-focused team that reinforces our vision and mission

·       Set clear objectives, give regular feedback and conduct performance reviews

Financial Planning & Analysis 

·       Manage the planning & control cycle and deliver strategic financial insights

·       Support the Finance Director with budgets, forecasts, strategic plans and monthly reporting. Align financial, cost and procurement controls across the business

·       Provide financial analyses on quoted/non-quoted commodities, currency positions, raw materials (food and non-food), services and indirect spend

·       Monitor procurement performance, identify risks/opportunities and maximize value for the Group

·       Translate financial data and market trends into actionable insights to improve predictability and working capital

Operational Control 

·       Ensure strong financial control and full visibility on spend

·       Implement and maintain effective controls for procurement expenditures

·       Develop policies and procedures that ensure accurate and reliable reporting

·       Explore and expand supply chain and logistics controlling

Business Partnering & Strategic Initiatives 

·       Act as a trusted advisor and driver of financial progress across procurement

·       Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, departments and senior leaders

·       Partner closely with Category Management to increase cost-efficiency and effectiveness

·       Communicate financial performance, risks and opportunities with clarity

·       Lead key projects with the Senior FP&A and BI Manager to improve procurement processes, systems and tools using market intelligence and best practices

·       Use real-time data and insights to support strategy execution and decision-making, driving growth and sustainability

·       Enhance efficiency by aligning ways of working, promoting cross-functional teamwork, and adopting innovation and technology

We ask a lot, but offer you even more!  

First of all, a huge chance to really make a difference. With over 30 nationalities we can truly say we are multicultural. We offer a great working environment with many driven and entrepreneurial colleagues who are open for collaboration. We are a strong and healthy company and that means that there is always room to support good and sustainable ideas. Our locations and workplaces are modern and facilitate pleasant working conditions. Working from home and flexible working hours are possible in agreement with your team. We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Additional to all the above, this role comes with: 

·       An attractive salary, depending on the skills and experience you can bring

·       A bonus scheme – with an excellent track record of target achievement

·       An Annual Salary Review

·       Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including access to training programs and courses. 

·       A company phone with private use

·       An attractive benefits package like corporate discounts, pension contribution (we pay 2/3rd of the contribution), work from home allowance and others

Intersnack: an international player with an excellent reputation
The Intersnack Group is Europe’s leading savoury snack manufacturer. In 2024, we generated over €4.5 billion in net sales, employing more than 15,000 people worldwide. Intersnack Procurement manages the procurement of services, raw materials and products for manufacturing activities across the Intersnack Group. We manage an annual spend of around €3 billion. From our locations in Zevenaar (NL), Düsseldorf (DE), and Slough (UK), we manage the entire purchasing portfolio of the Intersnack Group. Intersnack Procurement sources from across the world through a large and diverse system of supply chains. In procuring these products and services, our company touches the lives of many farmers, workers, suppliers, processors and local communities. Given the size and complexity of this network, we recognize not only the potential for social, human rights and environmental risks to occur, but also our responsibility to protect against them. To achieve this, we focus our efforts on responsible sourcing, supplier development and origin and sector development. By engaging on these three levels, we aim to both drive compliance and contribute to impact and continuous improvement. 

You've probably enjoyed some of our products; we produce savoury snacks and crunchy popcorn as well as nutritious nuts and creamy peanut butter. We produce, package and sell these products under brand names such as Chio, POM-BÄR Tyrrell’s, Whole Earth and KP, but also under private labels for retailers. We also supply semi-finished products to the food industry. 

We are not listed on the stock exchange, which means that we can be very entrepreneurial and can develop a long-term strategy. We are a large European leader in our industry, yet remain entrepreneurial, flexible and personal. That is also part of what makes us Intersnack; the atmosphere is pleasant, everyone knows each other, communication lines are short and you get a lot of responsibility. So it is not surprising that long employments and interesting career paths are a rule, rather than an exception. Our official language is English, in line with our very international character. 

Do you want to respond or just want to know more?  

Call Dustin, his number is +31 (0)6-42497257, he can tell you all about Intersnack Procurement, the job, and what it’s like to work here. The real story, of course, so together with you, we can assess whether Intersnack and this job are the right fit for you. 

Please upload your application documents in English only!
 For non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this role. 

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not necessary; we prefer to engage directly with interested candidates.