Project Lead: Profitability & Cost Excellence (m/w/d)

IronMaxx Nutrition

#BECOMEMAXX As Director Operations, you are responsible for scaling IronMaxx’s operational setup across Europe and international markets. You lead all core operational functions through your leadership team and ensure that our Supply Chain, Forecasting, Logistics, Quality, and Regulatory operations perform at the highest level. You combine strategic thinking with a strong hands-on mentality and build scalable structures that enable fast growth, operational efficiency, and reliable execution across all channels and markets. Together with management, you turn ambitious growth targets into operational reality. READY TO PERFORM? DEINE AUFGABEN MIT MAXXIMALEM FOKUS OPERATIONAL & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP * Overall responsibility for Operations including Supply Chain, Forecasting, Logistics, Quality Management, and Regulatory Affairs * Leadership and development of the operational leadership team, including Head of Forecasting and Head of Logistics Europe * Define and drive IronMaxx’s international operations strategy across EU / UK / MEA markets * Build scalable processes, structures, and decision-making frameworks to support international growth * Ensure operational readiness and alignment with commercial growth targets across all business areas * Drive operational performance with a strong focus on scalability, efficiency, service level, and profitability * Ownership of operational KPIs, inventory health, service performance, and cost optimization initiatives * Establish transparent reporting structures and data-driven performance management across Operations * Drive the further development of operational systems and planning tools (SAP Business One, Streamline, BI tools, etc.) * Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements across all operational areas CROSS-FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS STEERING * Close collaboration with CEO and leadership team on growth strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and international expansion * Translate business goals into clear operational priorities and execution plans * Build a high-performance, accountability-driven, and data-focused Operations culture * Ensure strong collaboration between Operations, Sales, eCommerce, Product Development, Finance, and Procurement * Lead transformation projects, process improvements, and implementation of new operational structures and systems * Act as the central escalation and decision-making instance for major operational topics LEADERSHIP * Lead, coach, and develop operational leaders and teams across multiple functions and international interfaces * Create clear ownership, fast decision-making processes, and scalable operational structures * Promote transparency, continuous improvement, and execution excellence across the organization DEIN SKILLSET - STARK WIE UNSER PROTEIN * 10+ years of leadership experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Procurement within international and fast-paced environments * Strong background in FMCG industries such as Food & Nutrition, Retail / eCommerce, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, or Fashion * Proven track record in scale-ups or high-growth companies with responsibility for operational scalability, service performance, and cost optimization * Experience in leading international teams and cross-functional operational projects * Strong understanding of end-to-end operational and supply chain processes * Confident use of ERP and planning systems such as SAP Business One, Streamline, and BI tools * High digital affinity and data-driven mindset * Hands-on mentality combined with strong execution and change management capabilities * Business fluent in English

Aktiebolaget Electrolux

At Electrolux Group, as a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living. Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together. Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home. About the role We are seeking a Product Innovation Manager Ovens to drive innovation projects from concept generation through to successful market launch. This role is responsible for identifying future market opportunities, translating consumer and market insights into commercially viable product propositions, and ensuring effective collaboration between innovation, product development, and commercial teams. Key Responsibilities Drive innovation projects from idea generation through product development to successful market launch, ensuring strong alignment between project and commercial teams. Conduct market, competitor, consumer, and value trend analysis to identify growth opportunities and support future product portfolio decisions. Lead the development of product range architecture and base model strategies, ensuring optimal coverage of key market segments and consumer sweet spots. Define and maintain compelling product value propositions by assigning clear Unique Selling Propositions (USPs) and Reasons to Believe (RTBs) for each base model. Partner with the Pricing Office to drive value analysis, support ranging and pricing decisions, and strengthen commercial competitiveness. Provide STK1 estimates for new projects, validate actual versus estimated performance, and support data-driven decision making throughout the product lifecycle. Identify opportunities to improve portfolio efficiency and profitability through cost optimization, range simplification, and reduction of unnecessary product complexity, including design levels, color variants, and accessory configurations. Experience & Skills Proven experience in product management, product planning, innovation, or commercial strategy within a consumer products environment. Strong understanding of market analysis, consumer insights, and portfolio management. Experience working across product development, market intelligence, ranging, and pricing disciplines. Solid commercial acumen with understanding of profitability, value creation, and P&L drivers. Ability to assess technical and commercial trade-offs when defining product propositions. Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform complex market data into actionable recommendations. Demonstrated project management capabilities, including planning, prioritization, and stakeholder management. Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, commercial, product development, and pricing teams. Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at multiple organizational levels. Personal Attributes Strategic and forward-thinking mindset. Customer and consumer focused. Curious with a passion for innovation and market trends. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills. Results-oriented with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to execution. Comfortable operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Where you'll be: This is a position based at our Global Headquarters in Stockholm (Sweden). We are proud of our culture of inclusivity and diversity. At our Global Headquarters we have 60+ nationalities working together for our common goals. You will be part of this dynamic international team where English is the natural language. As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

Akur8

Akur8 is a fast-growing InsurTech scale-up on a mission to help insurers make better decisions, faster. Our SaaS platform turns complex risk data into clear, transparent insights, enabling teams to price risk accurately today and anticipate claims tomorrow. Powered by advanced analytics and transparent machine learning, Akur8 brings speed, reliability, and clarity to critical insurance decisions — developed by multidisciplinary teams in product, engineering, and actuarial expertise. Recognized globally, Akur8 has been featured in: * CB Insights’ Insurtech 50 (2025) * CNBC’s InsurTech Top 150 (2025) * InsurTech100 Global Insurtech Top 100 (2025) * Professional Equality Index 97/100 (2025) With 40+ nationalities across 8 global offices, we serve 320+ clients across 4 continents — scaling rapidly in mature insurance markets. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, assessing all applications fairly based on skills, experience, and potential. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are core to who we are. We’re seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Lead FP&A to reinforce our finance team. This role is central to our financial operations, with a strong focus on monthly reporting, internal audit implementation, cloud cost tracking, investor communication, ESG tracking, and project support. This role is focused on assisting the CFO in driving the company towards its long term goals. As part of the Finance function, you will be working closely with the rest of the team (Finance, Admin & Legal) and of the company (Department Heads…). You will be responsible for (but not limited to): Budget and outlook: * Own the annual budget process end-to-end, including coordination with all departments * Lead the monthly forecasting process * Build and maintain robust financial models to support planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making Business analysis and support to decision: * Monitor actual performance versus budget and forecast, identify variances, and provide clear recommendations * Produce high-quality analysis on revenue, headcount, operating expenses, productivity, and profitability * Prepare management reporting materials with clear insights on performance, risks, and opportunities * Define, track, and continuously refine the company’s core financial and business KPIs, in collaboration with the COO team * Manage investors regulatory reporting Budget tracking: * Support the CFO in steering the company toward its profitability objectives * Strengthen budget tracking and cost control processes while keeping them pragmatic and adapted to a startup context Projects / Other : * Coordination of requests R&D tax credits and potential subsidies * Involvement in ESG reporting * Involvement in and coordination of potential financing projects, both dilutive and non dilutive * Involvement in potential M&A projects, from Due Diligence to Integration * Identify opportunities to use automation, data tools, and AI to enhance finance workflows, analysis, and reporting * Act as a trusted business partner to leadership, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence decisions * Help raise the level of financial rigor, transparency, and accountability across the organization You are a hands-on FP&A professional who combines strong financial rigor with a practical, business-minded approach. You’re comfortable operating in a fast-paced SaaS environment where priorities evolve, and you know how to bring structure, clarity, and forward-looking insights to support decision-making across teams. You communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, and you’re able to challenge assumptions constructively while staying solution-oriented. We're looking for an analytical and synthetic mindset, and: * You have qualified from a Business School * You have at least 7 years of experience in FP&A; an experience in a VC or PE fund is a plus * You are used to leveraging AI in your daily work, have made up an opinion on where AI best benefits the FP&A role and have started implementing agents * You are very agile in Excel and Gsheet * You have strong verbal and written communication skills in both French & English and are happy working in a multicultural environment * You are very organized, thorough and a quick thinker * You have a capacity for detailed analysis and for converging to detailed and actionable plans, that you will be able to drive * You are empathetic, discreet and trustworthy: you will often be part of confidential information and need to treat it with maximum reliability * You have a high sense of ownership and a solid autonomy * You are flexible and adaptable. You are comfortable dealing with multiple and constantly evolving priorities and fast turnaround Important: You must have current legal authorization to work in France and be able to work from our Paris office. As a newcomer, you'll be joining a diverse, highly skilled and motivated team, with a strong Tech DNA, colleagues that are eager to share their knowledge and passion. We care about strong teamwork and a positive day-to-day environment. The team regularly connects through optional activities such as team lunches, sports, karaoke, or occasional after-work gatherings. In addition to this, we will provide you with: * Competitive salary + annual bonus * Hybrid office/home working policy * 25 days of paid holidays + RTT * Gym membership with Gymlib * Excellent health insurance (including spouse and family coverage) with Alan * Swile lunch vouchers (12,10€) * Public transportation reimbursement (75%) + sustainable mobility allowance * IT equipment allowance (500€) * Sponsored crèche access with Babilou * Free cafeteria with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks * Great office in the heart of the 9th arrondissement of Paris AS PART OF OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS, WE MAY CARRY OUT BACKGROUND CHECKS IN LINE WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS IN THE COUNTRIES WHERE WE OPERATE. THESE CHECKS MAY INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT HISTORY, EDUCATION, AND, WHERE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED, CRIMINAL RECORDS. ANY BACKGROUND CHECKS WILL BE PERFORMED LAWFULLY BEFORE FORMAL EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS ARE SIGNED, WITH THE CANDIDATE’S CONSENT, AND ALL INFORMATION COLLECTED WILL BE HANDLED CONFIDENTIALLY. WE MAY USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) TOOLS TO ASSIST WITH CERTAIN STAGES OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. THESE TOOLS ARE USED TO SUPPORT OUR RECRUITMENT TEAM AND DO NOT REPLACE HUMAN DECISION-MAKING. FINAL HIRING DECISIONS ARE ALWAYS MADE BY PEOPLE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT HOW YOUR DATA IS PROCESSED, YOU CAN CONTACT US AT DPO@AKUR8.COM.