Senior Manager - FP&A

Summary

Lidl US is searching for the next  Senior Manager – Business Controlling to join our Financial Planning & Analysis team! The Senior Manager – Business Controlling provides support to management and operational departments by developing complex data products that are integrated into business processes and generate added business value. The role will include partnering with internal stakeholders across the business locally and internationally. The role is responsible for holding an understanding of the department’s processes and works towards safeguarding data management & data logistics. This position also provides support for decision makers by supplying information and elaboration of data for business decision making.

** This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Arlington, VA, and follows a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days per week in-office. **

What You’ll Do

•    Supervise, mentor, and manage multiple team members/managers in accordance with Company principles and management model
•    Oversee the development, operation, and execution of assigned programs and initiatives in collaboration with cross department stakeholders
•    Design process improvement mechanisms including automation of existing processes/tools to ensure standardization and consistency
•    Regularly evaluates standard operational procedures and instructional documentation for improvements
•    Serve as main point of contact for project escalation
•    Host information meetings with national/international executives and compile ad-hoc reports and presentations to act as decision making aids
•    Manipulate and interpret large amounts of data using business intelligence software
•    Monitor and analyze all relevant KPIs for respective business departments, identifying deviations from plan, causes and influencing factors while following up with implemented measures
•    Communicate and exchange experiences regarding operational matters with regional distribution centers
•    Cross-analyze data from different sources to create new insights to the business to solve real-world business problems 
•    Upskill colleagues by creating a culture of experience exchange with the aim of improving understanding and efficiency of the department’s processes and products
•    Train and guide the work of other team members, quality checks on work and ensuring deadlines are met
•    Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
•    Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in MS Excel
•    A self-motivated and proactive individual with a can-do attitude and the ability to work on projects and solve problems independently

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience 
•    Bachelor’s Degree in related field
•    4-6 years of experience in a related field
•    In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above

Physical Job Requirements 
•    Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
•    Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

•    Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
•    Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
•    Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
•    401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
•    Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
•    Total Well-Being Program
•    DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.

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