Global Bio Ops Finance Controller

About Lonza

• Hyderabad, India Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents.
• While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it.
• Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses help people.
• In exchange, we let our people own their careers.
• Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.
• Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength.
• With more than 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow.
• Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity guide how we work and succeed together.
• Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives.
• Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table.
• Lonza is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact.

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Responsibilities

• We are looking for a Global IB Ops Finance Controller to serve as a key business partner to the Integrated Biologics (IB) Operations network, Site Finance teams, and the global IB Finance community.
• This role is responsible for enabling Operations to achieve both short and long-term performance objectives through insightful financial analysis, strategic recommendations, and operational support.
• The individual will drive financial transparency, profitability improvement, productivity initiatives, planning cycles, working capital optimization, and continuous process improvement while partnering across global Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Corporate functions.
• You'll Get A strategic global finance leadership role supporting

Lonza's Integrated Biologics Operations network

• The opportunity to influence operational performance through data-driven financial insights and decision-making
• Direct collaboration with senior leaders across Operations, Site Finance, Corporate FP&A, Supply Chain, and Global Operations Exposure to large-scale transformation initiatives, productivity programs, and operational excellence projects
• The ability to drive profitability, cost optimization, and working capital performance across a global manufacturing organization
• Opportunities to shape budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes that impact business outcomes
• Experience working within a highly dynamic and performance-oriented life sciences environment Global visibility and the opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide strategic priorities
• Ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities within a multinational organization
• You'll Do Financial Business Partnership & Performance Management Act as a trusted finance partner to the IB Operations network, providing insightful analysis and recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making
• Enable Operations to achieve short and long-term business objectives through financial transparency, profitability analysis, cost management, and KPI performance monitoring
• Deliver actionable financial insights related to production efficiency, innovation investments, cost savings initiatives, and operational effectiveness
• Identify performance risks and opportunities and recommend actions to improve business results
• Support continuous improvement of financial performance management practices across the platform
• Planning, Forecasting & Financial Reporting Lead monthly financial closing reviews, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with financial objectives
• Manage forecasting activities and coordinate risks and opportunities assessments in partnership with Bio Finance and Corporate FP&A teams
• Drive the annual budgeting process in collaboration with Site Finance teams while ensuring alignment with corporate targets and timelines
• Support long-range planning activities and scenario analyses to improve financial decision-making
• Develop and communicate clear financial performance updates to business stakeholders and leadership teams
• Productivity, Cost Optimization & Working Capital Management Co-lead the IB Operations productivity agenda in alignment with Global Operational Excellence and Group Operations objectives
• Drive initiatives that improve cost efficiency, operational productivity, and profitability across the network
• Analyze cost structures and identify opportunities for sustainable savings and margin improvement
• Monitor and support working capital performance, including inventory optimization initiatives
• Track and report progress against productivity and financial performance targets Supply Chain & Inventory Finance Partnership Partner closely with Global Supply Chain Management teams to support inventory reporting and performance requirements
• Provide financial guidance related to inventory valuation, inventory optimization, and supply chain performance metrics
• Support decision-making through inventory analysis and operational financial modeling
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and governance of inventory-related activities
• Strengthen alignment between financial objectives and supply chain strategies
• Improvement, Systems & Digital Transformation Support finance transformation initiatives, process optimization programs, and systems enhancement projects
• Collaborate with global stakeholders on SAP improvements, automation initiatives, and deployment of new financial processes and tools
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting efficiency, and financial transparency
• Promote standardization of best practices across finance and operational processes
• Drive adoption of innovative technologies and digital solutions that enhance business performance
• Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration Build strong partnerships with Site Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Corporate Accounting, FP&A, and Global Operations teams
• Act as a key communication link between operational teams and senior management
• Translate business strategy into actionable financial plans and measurable outcomes
• Influence decision-making through clear communication of financial insights and business recommendations
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Requirements

• We're Looking For Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Significant experience in finance controlling, FP&A, operations finance, manufacturing finance, or business partnering roles within a global organization
• Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance management
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities with the ability to transform complex data into actionable insights
• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or industrial business environments
• Strong understanding of profitability analysis, cost accounting, operational KPIs, productivity measurement, and working capital management
• Experience driving business process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, or systems implementation projects
• Working knowledge of ERP platforms such as SAP and related financial reporting tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels
• Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving mindset with comfort operating in complex, ambiguous, and rapidly evolving environments
• Demonstrated capability to work effectively across global, matrixed, and cross-functional teams Business-fluent English required
• Critical Success Factors Highly analytical with strong financial modeling capabilities
• Strong business acumen and operational finance understanding Team-oriented with exceptional collaboration skills
• Proactive mindset focused on driving business outcomes and continuous improvement
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver clear, actionable recommendations
• Strong bias toward action and execution
• Leadership presence, credibility, and the gravitas to influence senior stakeholders
• Commitment to excellence, accountability, and results delivery
• You will work primarily in the office, with flexibility to work remotely in accordance with local policies and business requirements.

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance A variety of benefits dependent on role and location
• Opportunities to influence financial and operational performance at a global scale
• Exposure to senior leaders across Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain functions
• Participation in strategic transformation, productivity, and operational excellence initiatives
• Professional development through challenging business projects and leadership opportunities Global collaboration across diverse teams and business functions
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: Lonza Benefits .

Work

Model This is an office-first role . Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work.