At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the bridge between Finance and Sales, driving strategic initiatives and optimising profitability.
- Company: Join Kärcher UK, a global leader in cleaning solutions with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus scheme, 25 days holiday, and life insurance.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by steering business performance and enhancing efficiency with innovative tools.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; CIMA/ACCA or MBA preferred, with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Act as a vital link and mediator between Finance and the UK Professional sales departments, providing comprehensive financial oversight and strategic decision support. Steer business performance, contribute to change management, and drive UK-specific strategic initiatives across Direct Sales, Dealers, and Special Business.
Analyse monthly financial results and lead in-depth reviews of channel performance and sales productivity to optimise profitability. Lead the UK MRP, Budget, and Forecasting processes for Professional Sales, developing and administering monthly forecasts. Process Business Cases, identify financial risks, and conduct post-investment audits to ensure promised ROI is realised.
Act as the key user for SAC reporting, driving the implementation of Kärcher AI tools to enhance efficiency and automation.
Education: Bachelor's degree or relevant education (Essential); CIMA or ACCA part/fully qualified, or MBA (Desirable).
Knowledge & Skills: Proficiency in reporting and analytic tools (Essential); experience with Google Workspace, SAP, SAC, Gemini Pro, and LM Notebook (Desirable).
Personal Qualities: Good communication, strong analytical skills, structured/process-driven mindset, and a results-oriented approach.
Pension Scheme, Discretionary Bonus Scheme, 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays (increases with service), Life Insurance.
Kärcher UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer who seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or marital status. Kärcher UK will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Kärcher UK encourages applications from minorities, women in positions where they are under-represented, and people with disabilities. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
At Kärcher, a team of 15,330 people in 80 countries is working together to make the world a cleaner place. As a family company with a focus on sustainability, we firmly believe that the important things in life need extra care to ensure they stand the test of time and preserve their value in future too. We offer WOW solutions around the world for cleaning and care. In the everyday and in the extraordinary. With WOW products and WOW services.
Professional Business Partner in Banbury employer: Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Kärcher is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a dynamic work culture where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Regional OTC Manager, you will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages digital transformation and operational excellence, while being part of a high-performing team dedicated to achieving regional financial targets. With a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive training opportunities, Kärcher stands out as a rewarding place to advance your career in finance.
Contact Details:
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Recruitment Team