Agile Robots SE
Finance Business Partner – Supply Chain (m/f/d)
TLDR
Drive cost optimization initiatives and support financial discipline in a high-tech robotics environment, collaborating with Supply Chain teams on impactful projects.
About the role
We are seeking a results-driven Senior Finance Business Partner (SCM) with a strong focus on cost optimization and operational efficiency. This role will partner closely with Supply Chain functions (Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics) to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve cost transparency, and drive financial discipline across the organization.
The ideal candidate combines solid financial expertise with strong business acumen and a hands-on mindset, capable of driving measurable impact in a fast-paced robotics environment.
The ideal candidate combines solid financial expertise with strong business acumen and a hands-on mindset, capable of driving measurable impact in a fast-paced robotics environment.
Your Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic finance partner to Supply Chain teams, with a primary focus on cost reduction and efficiency improvement
- Lead and drive cost optimization initiatives across procurement, manufacturing, and logistics
- Build and enhance cost analysis frameworks, including BOM analysis and cost breakdown structures
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through deep analysis of purchase price variance (PPV), manufacturing efficiency, and logistics spend
- Partner with procurement to support cost control initiatives
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking, ensuring strong cost discipline and accountability
- Support NPI (New Product Introduction) with cost target setting and cost-down roadmaps
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in Finance, BP / Controlling / Costing roles, preferably in manufacturing or hardware industries
- Strong expertise in cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis
- Proven experience in cost reduction/cost control/efficiency improvement projects
- Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capabilities; ERP experience (e.g., SAP) is a plus
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly results-driven
- Fluent in English
Beneficial Skills
- Experience in robotics, automation, or high-tech manufacturing
- Background in supply chain finance or plant controlling
- Experience with cost analysis or value engineering
What we offer
- A dynamic high-tech company, combined with financial soundness and world-class investors.
- Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment.
- Lots of development opportunities as we continue to grow.
- Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth.
- Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month.
- Modern office facilities with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks & fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment
Benefits
Corporate benefits
Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month.
Agile Robots SE develops innovative robotic solutions designed to enhance automation across various industries. With a strong financial foundation and strategic partnerships, we cater to businesses seeking advanced technological support in an emerging market.
Finance Business Partner