Head of Finance & Procurement (f/m/x)

HEY THERE!

We are Mercedes-Benz.io. Our mission is to ignite and build the digital solutions for Mercedes-Benz by forming a tribe of digital enthusiasts that drive Mercedes-Benz digital future.

Therefore, we offer you flexibility! You can choose to work from our offices in Stuttgart or Berlin, or remotely from any location in Germany. Nonetheless, our tribe is our beating heart so we often organize company events and gatherings to bring MB.ioneers together. While some are optional, we would require your presence for certain team events and/or occasions.

We don’t care about your shoes, as long as you are wearing the right attitude. At Mercedes-Benz.io we walk the talk and make things happen. We do not digitize for the sake of being digital but for a better tomorrow for our customers. That’s not our job; it’s our passion. Therefore, we love to reflect and challenge everything – the status quo, Mercedes-Benz, and ourselves. We share the same beliefs and stand up for each other and this is why we hire unique people to join our Tribe of digital enthusiasts.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Manage the organization’s financial and procurement operations, ensuring efficient and reliable systems and processes.
• Support executive leadership with financial and procurement insights, acting as a trusted advisor on finance and purchasing topics.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and year-end audits for the German entity and group entities, ensuring compliance with local GAAP (HGB).
• Oversee financial and purchasing activities, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, financial reporting (including for the product organization), cash and risk management, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
• Collaborate with the CFO to provide financial reports and updates to senior management.
• Report monthly financial KPIs to key stakeholders for tracking and analysis.
• Supervise accounting activities, ensuring compliance with standards and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Implement and monitor internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and best practices.
• Coordinate financial operations, including month-end and year-end closing, and work closely with the shared services team.
• Act as a business partner to other teams to support process improvements and contribute to organizational efficiency initiatives.
• Manage direct reports in the finance and procurement department, offering guidance and coaching to foster a collaborative, growth-focused team environment.

TO SUCCEED YOU NEED

• Hold a degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field with a specialization in finance or accounting.
• Have 5+ years of experience in a finance leadership role, as a lead controller, or as a senior business partner in finance, ideally in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements with a solid understanding of financial reporting.
• Have familiarity with financial management reporting to support business decisions.
• Possess strong skills in financial analysis to help identify process improvements.
• Bring experience in managing financial projects, with the ability to support and coordinate financial initiatives.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with various teams.
• Experience in leading and mentoring team members, promoting a collaborative work environment.
• Be comfortable with MS Excel for data analysis and financial modelling.
• Be proficient in German (C1) and English (B2 or above), with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Show a collaborative, hands-on approach, and a willingness to engage across teams to support company objectives.
• Be proactive and solution-oriented, with a strong ability to learn and adapt within a hybrid work setup.

THERE WILL BE BIG SMILES IF YOU

• Hold a recognized finance credential (e.g., CPA, Controller Akademie, or similar qualification).
• Have experience in procurement processes or have worked closely with procurement teams.
• Possess an entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Have experience working in an agile environment with an emphasis on digital product development.

YOU WILL BE HAPPY WITH

• No top-down hierarchy. We trust in your self-organization
• Colleagues that are as smart, hardworking and driven as you
• An amazing open-minded and informal culture with the backup of a giant company like Mercedes-Benz
• iPhone or Android, Dell laptop and noise-cancelling headphones
• Proactive self-development in international Trainings and Conferences
• Wellbeing actions
• Brand Connection Perks
• Much more cool stuff …

THIS IS WHAT OUR PROCESS LOOKS LIKE

1. Screening call with our recruiter to get to know your motivation & your experience 
2. Interview (1h)
3. Take-Home Business Case
4. Final Interview with Business Case Presentation (1h)
5. Offer

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW ABOUT US