Senior Production Control & Logistics Manager

We are looking for an experienced Senior PC&L Manager (Production Controlling & Logistics) to join our automotive manufacturing organization. This strategic role combines financial controlling of production operations with logistics and supply chain performance management, acting as a key business partner to Plant Management, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.

The role is critical in ensuring cost efficiency, inventory optimization, operational transparency, and timely decision-making in a complex, high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Controlling (PC)

· Lead production cost controlling, including standard costing, variance analysis, and KPI monitoring.

· Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans for production and logistics functions.

· Analyze plant performance vs. budget, prior year, and targets; identify risks and improvement opportunities.

· Support month-end and year-end closing processes in line with IFRS / local GAAP.

· Drive cost optimization initiatives (material, labor, overheads, scrap, efficiency).

· Develop and maintain cost allocation models and product profitability analyses.

· Provide financial support for investment projects (CAPEX, business cases, ROI analysis).

Logistics & Supply Chain Controlling (L)

· Oversee logistics and supply chain performance controlling: inventory, warehousing, transportation, and material flow.

· Monitor inventory levels, slow-moving and obsolete stock, and working capital KPIs.

· Support logistics optimization projects (layout, processes, supplier flows).

· Analyze logistics costs and efficiency across inbound, internal, and outbound logistics.

· Act as a finance business partner for Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Business Partnership & Leadership

· Act as a trusted advisor to Plant Management, Operations, and Logistics leadership.

· Prepare management reports, dashboards, and ad-hoc analyses for decision-making.

· Coordinate with Shared Services, Finance, and IT teams (ERP, BI tools).

· Lead, mentor, and develop controlling teams (if applicable).

· Support audits and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Education & Experience

· Master’s degree in Finance, Controlling, Economics, or Engineering.

· Minimum 7–10 years of experience in controlling within automotive or industrial manufacturing.

· Proven experience in production controlling and logistics / supply chain controlling.

· Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, cost structures, and plant KPIs.

· Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and BI/reporting tools.

Skills & Competencies

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to translate financial data into operational insights.

· Proactive, hands-on, and business-oriented mindset.

· Very good communication and stakeholder management skills.

· Fluency in English and German (additional languages are a plus).

· Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

What We Offer

· A key strategic role in a leading automotive manufacturing environment.

· Real influence on plant performance and business decisions.

· Competitive salary and benefits package.

· Opportunities for professional growth in an international organization.

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.

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