Ph3Commercial Finance Director - Rubber Reinforcement /h3 pCompany: Bekaert NV /p pLocation: Zwevegem, BE /p h3Be part of something bigger! /h3 pAs the world and the way people live is changing, Bekaert believes it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future‑focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices, developing new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low‑carbon construction, and green energy. /p pAs a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost €5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we seek a strong leader to join our team and help shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world. /p h3Purpose and Mission /h3 pProvide financial leadership and support to a sub‑domain of a Business Unit active in the Automotive Tire Cords segment. This hands‑on individual contributor has significant cross‑functional exposure and influence, partnering with regional management to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and support strategic decision‑making. Work will be performed in a hybrid setup, splitting time between Brussels office, Zwevegem (HQ), and home office. /p h3About the Role /h3 pYour Impactas Commercial Finance Director /p ul liProvide financial modelling and strategic support for contract negotiations with global and regional customers, defining optimal commercial offers (price‑volume mix) to maximize profitability and customer value. /li liEnsure quotation governance by preparing individual price quotations in collaboration with the Commercial Lead in response to customer requests. /li liLead strategic and operational sales planning and forecasting activities. /li liDeliver monthly sales margin reporting, identifying optimization opportunities and performance drivers. /li liManage pricing across strategic, operational, and new product dimensions, including solutions and services. /li liSupport commercial and innovation projects by developing business cases for new product development; partner with RD on pricing assumptions, product lifecycle decisions, and customer offerings. /li liLead the Monthly Pricing Council, coordinating cross‑functional alignment and decision‑making. /li liConduct ad‑hoc profitability and financial analyses for the Tire Reinforcement leadership team. /li /ul h3About You /h3 ul liYou hold a master’s degree in business administration, economic sciences, sciences or comparable by experience. /li liYou have 5+ years of experience in Commercial Finance within an international environment, with a strong track record of hands‑on delivery and analysis of financial, market, and macro‑economic trends. /li liYou can co‑create, align and execute on the strategic vision and plan of your unit as part of the Bekaert strategy, and you are able to drive and engage a diverse community through influencing rather than hierarchy. /li liEffective communication and listening skills allow you to capture the voice of stakeholders. /li liYou have experience with modern or digital systems to support a structured way of working. /li liYou possess an analytical mindset and the capability to dive deep into financial analysis. /li liYou can navigate your network to deliver results and cut through complexity, focusing on customer needs and an agile way of working. /li liYou demonstrate a “better together” spirit while you support, challenge, drive execution and deliver results. /li liYou challenge the status quo, stimulate innovation and continuous improvement. /li liYou are fluent in English (oral and written). /li liYou are willing to travel to different locations across the globe. /li /ul h3What is in it for you? /h3 ul liA competitive salary with benefits. /li liLearning programmes developed by our LD department. /li liA great opportunity to play your part in an international growth story. /li liA chance to grow along with your responsibilities (national or international). /li liCool colleagues all over the world. /li /ul h3Be bold and take the leap! /h3 pWe're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team. At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr