Manager, Sales Planning & Analysis

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Manager, Sales Planning & Analysis At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help our patients see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. The position of Manager, Sales Planning & Analysis (f/m/d) is part of our Finance, Accounting & Audit organization. In this role, you will play a key part in financial steering, planning, and analysis, working closely with Senior Leadership and cross-functional teams. Your focus: enabling data-driven decision-making, reducing financial risks, and strengthening the performance of our business units. A typical day to day would include: - Preparation of sales reports, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic and operational planning - Deep-dive Analysis of sales by customer, identify trends, risks, and business drivers - Development and maintenance of financial models to evaluate scenarios, investments, profitability and strategic initiatives - Advising senior management on cost management, pricing strategies, and market and competitive developments - Close collaboration with the Accounting team to ensure accurate and timely month-end closing, revenue recognition adjustments including provisions and accruals - Monitoring external economic conditions and assessing their potential impact on the business - Development, monitoring, and continuous improvement of KPIs and performance metrics on sales by customers, by customer groups, key strategic accounts to gain understanding about market trends and territory based sales trends - Deriving financial recommendations to increase profitability and minimize risks - Supporting cross-functional projects aimed at efficiency improvements and financial optimization Ownership of system processes that support specific stepouts for correct revenue accounting, sales defferals Calculating rebates, discounts, monitoring timely payouts to customers Evaluating equipment sales recognition and assuring proper accounting as per IFRS standards What You'll Bring to Alcon - Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Controlling, Business Analytics, or a comparable field (Master's degree preferred) with Several years of experience in Controlling, Business Planning, FP&A, or Finance - Experience in building and analyzing financial models as well as managing budgets and forecasts - Hands-on experience with the month-end closing process and collaboration with accounting - Med dev, Healthcare or Pharma experience is a plus - Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for numbers with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear and actionable recommendations - Confident use of common BI tools, Excel/spreadsheet models, and ERP/financial systems - Strong communication and presentation skills when working with diverse stakeholders - Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented working style - Team-oriented mindset and enjoyment of cross-functional collaboration How You Can Thrive At Alcon A competitive salary package with fixed salary, bonus, pension and health insurance A flexible work environment with competent and committed colleagues. We enjoy working together in a good and respectful manner, and we celebrate our common successes See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities Alcon Careers See your impact at www.alcon.com/careers ACHTUNG: Wenn Sie derzeit ein aktiver Mitarbeiter (intern oder extern über Zeitarbeit bzw. Dienstleister) bei Alcon sind, klicken Sie bitte auf den entsprechenden Link unten, um sich auf der internen Karriereseite zu bewerben. Vielen Dank. Stellen Hub - interne Stellenanzeigen für Mitarbeiter Stellen Hub - Stellenanzeigen für Externe, die derzeit im Einsatz bei Alcon sind