Specialist - Commercial Controller (Retail Focus)

Company Description

Established in 2011 and headquartered in Pune, METRO Global Solution Center (GSC) India is a strategic hub driving METRO’s global transformation. With 1,200+ professionals, we deliver specialized integrated expertise across Master Data Management, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Marketing & Design, Strategy, Finance & Accounting, Controlling (FP&A), and People & Culture (HR) solutions that drive operational excellence and digital innovation.

By supporting METRO’s sCore strategy, we enable sustainable growth and strengthen business processes. With a solutions-first mindset, we reduce complexity, accelerate transformation, and create measurable value for METRO businesses scaling up globally. METRO is a leading international food wholesaler operating in over 30 countries with a strong network of wholesale stores, digital marketplaces, and food service distribution. It supports businesses that keep the world running, from hotels, restaurants, and cafés to local retailers - offering quality, reliability, and smart solutions that help small and medium-sized businesses succeed.

Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, METRO AG employs over 85,000 people worldwide and acts as the central management holding company of the group, driving strategic direction, and enabling consistent excellence across all markets. Around the world, METRO has approx. 15 million customers who benefit from the wholesale company’s unique multichannel mix: customers can purchase their goods in one of the large stores in their area as well as by delivery (Food Service Distribution, FSD) – all digitally supported and connected. In parallel, METRO MARKETS is being developed as an international online marketplace for professional customers, which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019.

Acting sustainably is one of the company principles of METRO, which has been listed in various sustainability indices and rankings, including MSCI, Sustainalytics and CDP.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

P&L Ownership & Analysis

• Full responsibility for departmental P&L analysis across ~50 departments.
• Conduct weekly and monthly KPI reviews, including margin, supplier income, pricing effects, NWC, stock days, and payment terms.
• Perform in-depth analyses across supplier, buying category, channel, and customer group dimensions.
• Ensure margin accuracy and alignment with Romanian accounting standards and MCC Romania requirements.

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead budget planning and execution for Offer Management department
• Prepare business cases for buying decisions with necessary approvals.
• Support special projects during month-end (e.g., advance goods loading).

Reporting & Presentations

• Prepare and present reports for weekly sales meetings and monthly board reviews.
• Provide commentary and insights for category managers and open forums.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to local authorities (language dependency can be delegated).

Data & Systems Expertise

• Proficient in SAP, advanced Excel, and VBA including the ability to read and modify scripts.
• Work confidently with complex data structures and perform advanced financial analyses.
• Experience with MS Access and Big Data environments would be considered an advantage.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Commercial, Ops, and IT teams.
• Actively participate in transition discussions and retrospectives.

Language & Local Knowledge

• Romanian language proficiency preferred for local reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of the Romanian chart of accounts and local accounting regulations is highly desirable, although not a mandatory hiring requirement.

Qualifications

Education

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Controlling.

Experience

• Proven experience in budget cycles and controlling.
• Previous experience in retail and stock management environments; experience with Tesco would be considered an advantage.
• Exposure to Romanian accounting systems and post-LUCA implementation environments.

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Advanced Excel and VBA capabilities.
• Ability to navigate complex metrics and systems.

Mindset

• Transition-oriented, proactive, and detail-focused.
• Adaptable to evolving systems and able to contribute added value.

Additional Information