Product Cost Controller

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 80% of world trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are looking for a Product Cost Controller with a main responsibility for monitoring Product Cost in PM&SS. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland but also Trieste, Italy is negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Product Cost Controller, your work will include:

• Planning and execution of quarterly activities related to Material cost Rolling Forecast
• Handling and monitoring of Actual Cost analysis and Product Cost Trajectory
• Support to Long Range Plan Product Cost Estimate
• Maintenance and reporting of Product Cost KPI
• Quarterly updating of the Orderbook Margins
• On-demand analysis for Product Cost comparison cross-portfolio
• Facilitate the decision-making process related to product cost development
• Dealing with the multi-cultural and cross-functional environment (RDE, Business Control, Sales, SM, Delivery Mgmt... etc.)

The tasks can also be adjusted based on your skills and interests. You will be working as a part of the Product Management and Sales Support function within the Power Supply Business Unit with diverse expertise.
You will cooperate in synergy with several stakeholders across business unit functions.

Requirements for the position:

• Genuine interest in Product Cost principles and relevant understanding (experience in cost analysis and reporting is considered as an advantage)
• Analytical approach to cost evaluation
• Good problem solving and presentation skills
• Can-do and proactive attitude

Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have:

• Academic background in economics and/or engineering
• Good skills in all basic Office IT Tools, especially in Microsoft Excel
• SAP basic knowledge is considered an advantage
• Good communication Skills
• Fluent in English
• Proactive team worker

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?
We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.
For further questions please reach out to Fabio Stabile, Product Cost Manager, through fabio.stabile@wartsila.com or +393492846862 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!
Last application date: 18/09/2024

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.