Manager Sales Planning & Analysis (m/f/d)

As Manager Sales Planning & Analysis (m/w/d) in our Finance, Accounting & Audit Team, you play a central role in the financial management, planning and analysis of our business. In close cooperation with senior management as well as cross-departmental teams, you create the basis for data-based decisions, reduce financial risks and sustainably contribute to corporate success. Creation of sales reports, forecasts and budgets to support strategic and operational planning. Conduct detailed analyses of customer-level sales to identify trends, risks and key business drivers. Development and maintenance of financial models to assess scenarios, investments, profitability and strategic initiatives. Advising senior management in the areas of cost management, pricing and market and competition development. Close cooperation with the Accounting team to ensure a correct and timely monthly financial statements, including sales restrictions, provisions and timely bookings. Monitoring economic framework conditions and assessing potential impact on business. Development, monitoring and continuous optimization of relevant KPIs and performance indicators by customers, customer groups, strategic key customers and sales regions. deriving sound recommendations for action to increase profitability and minimise financial risks. Support for cross-departmental projects to increase efficiency and financial optimisation. Responsibility for system processes for the correct sales realization and demarcation of sales revenues. Calculation of discounts and refunds as well as monitoring timely payouts to customers. Assessment of the sales realisation of capital goods and ensuring the correct accounting according to IFRS guidelines.

successfully completed studies of business management, finance, controlling, business analytics or a comparable degree programme; a master's degree is advantageous. Multiannual professional experience in controlling, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), business planning or finance. Experience in the creation and analysis of financial models as well as in budget and forecast management. Knowledge gained in the monthly closing process and in cooperation with accounting teams. Experience in the medical technology, healthcare or pharmaceutical industry is advantageous. Expressed analytical skills and high numerical affinity with the ability to translate complex financial data into understandable recommendations for action. Secure handling of BI tools, Excel/Spreadsheet models as well as ERP and financial systems. Excellent communication and presentation skills in dealing with different stakeholders. Structured, proactive and detailed mode of operation. Team orientation and joy in cross-departmental cooperation.

Experience an excellent onboarding from the first working day at one of the top employers 2026(*) and discover the diverse possibilities for further development within national and international departments. Work independently, sales-oriented and discover the varied field of tasks with many design options and space for your own ideas. Work with an excellent, collegial team to help you achieve your goals and be successful. In addition to an attractive remuneration, Alcon employees benefit from a comprehensive service package – including an occupational pension scheme, JobRad® bicycle leasing as well as other benefits that promote health, well-being and personal development.

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