Guerlain Procurement Controller

About Guerlain

Founded in Paris in 1828, Guerlain is one of the world’s most storied maisons of fragrance, beauty and skincare, renowned for its artisanal excellence, scientific innovation and enduring sense of French elegance. As an employer, Guerlain offers the opportunity to contribute to a living heritage where creativity, craftsmanship and responsible luxury meet. Its teams span perfumery, retail excellence, research, marketing, supply chain and corporate functions, united by a passion for exceptional products and client experience. With a strong commitment to biodiversity, sustainability and the preservation of savoir-faire, Guerlain attracts talents who aspire to shape the future of beauty while honoring nearly two centuries of legacy.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic procurement performance analysis and reporting, including monthly performance dashboards tracking spending by category, currency, supplier, and foreign exchange impacts
• Take ownership of the entire value engineering (ADV) process, supervising implementation and measuring financial and operational outcomes including production line efficiency, scrap rates, and purchase price impacts
• Develop, animate, and supervise annual budgeting and revised forecast processes for the procurement scope, defining contributors, timelines, and coordinating construction with operational stakeholders
• Ensure budgetary control and operational oversight of procurement spending, validating orders and expenses while challenging and training operational teams on commitment procedures
• Calculate and analyze cost structures for purchased articles, challenging established standards and rigorously tracking procurement performance at reference level
• Drive digitalization of procurement control processes and lead optimization of reporting and performance analysis systems
• Collaborate with procurement, development, operations, industrial logistics, and innovation teams to align financial and operational objectives

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration or equivalent (Bac+5) with specialization in corporate finance
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in management accounting, ideally within an industrial environment or with industrial controlling knowledge
• Advanced mastery of procurement performance analysis and value engineering methodologies
• Advanced proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP system, with deep knowledge of procurement modules (MM) and controlling modules (CO)
• Advanced Excel capability combined with strong sensitivity to information systems and appetite for digitalization
• Demonstrated ability to lead, challenge, mobilize operational teams and stakeholders with rigorous, proactive, autonomous execution
• Fluent English (essential)
• Strong analytical and synthesis capabilities with ability to transform complex data into actionable strategic levers

Skills

Experience

Minimum 3 years of proven management accounting experience, ideally acquired in an industrial environment or with knowledge of industrial controlling processes.

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or equivalent (Bac+5) with specialization in corporate finance.

Workplace

Culture

Guerlain cultivates a refined workplace culture rooted in French artistry, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep respect for its heritage in fragrance and beauty. As an employer, it values creativity, excellence, and sustainability, encouraging teams to combine innovation with the Maison’s enduring sense of elegance and purpose.

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