Global R&D Controller

Electrolux is a global leader in household appliances and appliances for professional use, selling more than 40 million products to customers in more than 150 markets every year. With a culture of passion for innovation, customer obsession and drive for results, the company uses thoughtful design and extensive consumer insight to meet the real needs of consumers and professionals. Electrolux products include refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and cookers sold under esteemed brands such as Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux, Eureka and Frigidaire. In 2009, Electrolux had sales of SEK 109 billion and 51,000 employees. For more information, visit http://www.electrolux.com/press or http://newsroom.electrolux.com.

This new position will establish the financial framework for the global R&D organization within Floorcare and Small Domestic Appliances sector. It includes both the overall R&D structure, including all sub elements, as well the supporting the project management.

The Global R&D Controller will be responsible for driving and implementing strategic and tactical controlling initiatives through cooperation with local R&D site controllers.
This is a great opportunity to work in an international environment with the possibility to influence the development of a new way of working within the R&D area.

Key operational responsibilities
. Business Partner to CTO, VPs of R&D, Marketing and CFO . Interface with senior levels of management with regard to strategic direction, project milestones and business case implementation . Develop Business case framework as well as Global Project portfolio financial overview and financial selection/ prioritization criteria . Financial responsible for all new product business cases and STK3's setting incl. challenge of all element of the component of the STK'3. . Development of KPI's for R&D projects as well as within the R&D operations area

Minimum of 5 years experience as a Business Controller, Preferably in a Consumer Durables or FMCG environment supporting R&D . Degree in Finance/Accounting . Proven track record working with management as a business partner . Excellent verbal and written communication skills . Results oriented and deadline driven . Strong Business acumen as well as excellent excel and financial modeling skills . Sound judgment, initiative, and the flexibility to operate independently in a fast-paced environment