SKF Seals · 2 days ago
Business Controller - Vehicle Aftermarket
Plymouth, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $138K/yr
6+ years expSKF Seals is a global supplier of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment, with over 40,000 employees worldwide. They are seeking a Business Controller for their Vehicle Aftermarket division to oversee manufacturing controlling and logistics flows in North America, driving continuous improvement and supporting business decisions.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Own the standard cost calculation process for kitting operations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational realities
Analyze logistics costs (transportation, warehousing, distribution, etc.), identify cost drivers, and recommend cost-saving initiatives
Review GL accounts during monthly close. Prepare and present financial and operational reports, including variance analysis, KPIs, and dashboards for senior leadership
Drive controlling processes: yearly planning process, quarterly forecasts, monthly close activities, regular pulse meetings and transformation project meetings
Build financial models to evaluate logistics initiatives, network changes, and transformation projects across the NAM region
Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements related to logistics spend
Calculate and maintain logistics and kitting/packaging costs as a percentage of sales, providing visibility into cost trends and profitability
Support the Investment Review and Evaluation (IREs) process for logistics and aftermarket packaging operations
Assess the financial impact of logistics changes including tariffs, freight rate fluctuations, and spend variations. Provide pricing support and challenge logistics decisions with data-driven insights
Monitor and analyze 3PL activities and spend, ensuring alignment with budget and strategic goals
Provide financial analysis and support for North Americas transformation initiatives, identifying opportunities for operational and financial improvement
Ensure that Standard Cost calculation, reporting, accounting and other financial and controlling matters are in line with SKF and local legal requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field
6+ years of experience in FP&A, logistics finance, or supply chain analytics
Strong understanding of logistics operations and cost structures, especially in manufacturing, automotive or aftermarket environments
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence decision-making
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Company
SKF Seals
SKF offers OEMs and end-users a comprehensive selection of sealing options, replacement seals or highly engineered solutions for demanding applications, building upon more than 140 years of sealing experience.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase