Belgian Operations Finance Manager
Puratos, Sauk Trail Beach, WI, United States
As
beOps Finance Manager , you are
the strategic finance leader for Belgian Operations , acting as a trusted advisor to senior operational and Group stakeholders. You
drive financial performance , transparency, and value creation across
multiple production sites in a complex, matrix organization . As a member of the Belgian Operations Management Team, you shape strategic decisions through insight-driven finance leadership. Your impact goes beyond numbers:
you influence investments, operational efficiency, and long-term competitiveness . This role combines
strategic thinking ,
people leadership , and
hands-on business partnering
at the highest level.
Key Accountabilities
Act as senior Finance Business Partner to Belgian Operations leadership, providing
strategic insight on performance, profitability, investments, and risk .
Lead budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning for all Belgian operations , ensuring alignment with Group strategy.
Drive performance management and value creation initiatives , including cost optimization, margin improvement, working capital, and CAPEX governance.
Lead and sponsor cross-site, high-impact finance and transformation projects
with potential Group exposure.
Ensure robust financial governance, reporting quality, and internal controls
in line with Group standards.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners , fostering strong business acumen and stakeholder orientation.
Represent Belgian Operations Finance towards Group Finance and other Group functions , influencing decisions beyond the local scope.
Who are we looking for?
Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Business ; a strong financial and accounting foundation is essential.
10+ years of senior finance experience , ideally in a manufacturing or supply-chain-driven environment.
Proven track record as a strategic business partner , able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong experience in
people leadership ,
project leadership , and working in a
matrix organization .
Excellent analytical and systems skills (SAP required; BI/Power BI as a user).
Fluent in English ; French and/or Dutch are strong assets in the Belgian context.
Mature, resilient, and open-minded leader
with high learning agility and a passion for value creation.
What you can expect from Puratos?
We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:
Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos
Company Car
Bonus
Minimum 5 training days per year
A wide variety of Health&Wellbeing benefitsResponsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work
Watch our corporate movie and feel the Puratos Magic:
Working at Puratos is choosing a Top Employer in Belgium!
Shall we meet soon?
#J-18808-Ljbffr
beOps Finance Manager , you are
the strategic finance leader for Belgian Operations , acting as a trusted advisor to senior operational and Group stakeholders. You
drive financial performance , transparency, and value creation across
multiple production sites in a complex, matrix organization . As a member of the Belgian Operations Management Team, you shape strategic decisions through insight-driven finance leadership. Your impact goes beyond numbers:
you influence investments, operational efficiency, and long-term competitiveness . This role combines
strategic thinking ,
people leadership , and
hands-on business partnering
at the highest level.
Key Accountabilities
Act as senior Finance Business Partner to Belgian Operations leadership, providing
strategic insight on performance, profitability, investments, and risk .
Lead budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning for all Belgian operations , ensuring alignment with Group strategy.
Drive performance management and value creation initiatives , including cost optimization, margin improvement, working capital, and CAPEX governance.
Lead and sponsor cross-site, high-impact finance and transformation projects
with potential Group exposure.
Ensure robust financial governance, reporting quality, and internal controls
in line with Group standards.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners , fostering strong business acumen and stakeholder orientation.
Represent Belgian Operations Finance towards Group Finance and other Group functions , influencing decisions beyond the local scope.
Who are we looking for?
Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Business ; a strong financial and accounting foundation is essential.
10+ years of senior finance experience , ideally in a manufacturing or supply-chain-driven environment.
Proven track record as a strategic business partner , able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong experience in
people leadership ,
project leadership , and working in a
matrix organization .
Excellent analytical and systems skills (SAP required; BI/Power BI as a user).
Fluent in English ; French and/or Dutch are strong assets in the Belgian context.
Mature, resilient, and open-minded leader
with high learning agility and a passion for value creation.
What you can expect from Puratos?
We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:
Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos
Company Car
Bonus
Minimum 5 training days per year
A wide variety of Health&Wellbeing benefitsResponsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work
Watch our corporate movie and feel the Puratos Magic:
Working at Puratos is choosing a Top Employer in Belgium!
Shall we meet soon?
#J-18808-Ljbffr