On - Lead – Global Operations Finance, Lightspray - Zürich

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In short

We are seeking a Lead Global Operations Finance for our new LightSpray™ business unit, reporting to the Director Global Operations Finance. This foundational, strategic role is responsible for shaping the financial future of our revolutionary manufacturing solutions. You will lead financial planning, drive operational and accounting efficiencies, provide critical insights to support the unit’s rapid global growth and profitability, ensuring a scalable and successful venture from the ground up.

The Lead Global Operations Finance role will report to the Director Global Operations finance supporting the LightSpray™ business unit end to end at global scale.

Your mission

– Develop and own the end-to-end financial framework for the LightSpray™ business unit, establishing all financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes from the ground up.

– Act as a strategic financial co-pilot to the LightSpray™ leadership team, translating complex data into actionable insights that guide critical business decisions.

– Drive operational excellence by creating and implementing robust financial models and KPIs to monitor manufacturing costs, optimize resource allocation, and enhance profitability.

– Lead the financial evaluation and business case development for new investments, expansion projects, and strategic initiatives to ensure a strong return on investment.

– Establish and manage a sophisticated costing methodology for all LightSpray™ products, ensuring accurate profitability analysis and informing competitive pricing strategies.

– Foster seamless collaboration with Sourcing, Supply Chain, R&D, Commercial teams and the other controlling and corporate finance functions to ensure financial alignment and support the successful global scaling of the business.

Your story

– A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related quantitative field, backed by 7+ years of progressive experience in an operations, supply chain, or manufacturing finance role within a global company.

– Proven expertise in building and managing financial models for FP&A, standard costing, and business case evaluation, with a strong command of a major ERP system (D365 preferred).

– A strategic and commercially-minded finance professional who has a track record of acting as a true business partner, translating complex data into actionable recommendations for leadership.

– An entrepreneurial and proactive “builder” who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys creating processes from scratch, and has a passion for shaping the foundations of a new venture.

– Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a talent for identifying key performance drivers and implementing KPIs that optimize operational efficiency and profitability.

– An outstanding communicator and collaborator with the ability to influence and build trust with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams to senior executives.

Attributes of a successful candidate:

– Manages Ambiguity: You are a pioneer who thrives in a fast-paced, “start-up” environment within a larger organization. You don’t just navigate uncertainty; you create structure, make sound decisions with incomplete information, and pave the way forward for a new business venture with confidence and a calm demeanor.

– Strategic Mindset: You are a forward-thinker who sees the bigger picture. You connect market trends, operational capabilities, and financial data to anticipate future challenges and opportunities, shaping financial strategies that ensure the long-term, profitable growth of the LightSpray™ business.

– Drives Results: You have a deep sense of accountability and are laser-focused on achieving outcomes. You take complete ownership of the financial health of the business unit, consistently hitting and exceeding targets, and tackling obstacles with a relentless drive to succeed.

– Builds Networks: You are a natural collaborator who understands that success is a team sport.

– You proactively build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with stakeholders across R&D, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams, fostering an environment of partnership to achieve collective goals.

Meet the team

You will be a foundational member of the Global Operations Finance team and the dedicated financial leader for our revolutionary LightSpray™ business unit. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team at the intersection of finance and innovation. You will partner directly with cross-functional leaders to build a scalable and profitable global venture from the ground up, shaping the future of manufacturing at On.