Manager, Supply Chain Controlling

Role & Company Overview

Incorporated in 1969, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Berhad is part of the global Carlsberg Group — one of the world’s leading brewers with strong market presence across Europe and Asia. As a dynamic brewer with operations in Malaysia, Singapore, and a strategic investment in Sri Lanka, we’re committed to brewing excellence and creating memorable experiences for our consumers.

We are looking for a strategic and commercially minded Manager, Supply Chain Controlling to lead Supply Chain Finance and partner closely with Supply Chain leaders to drive financial performance, cost optimisation and operational excellence. In this role, you will oversee financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, standard costing, CAPEX and management reporting, providing actionable insights to support strategic business decisions. You will also lead finance transformation initiatives, strengthen financial governance and data quality, and drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, improve cost competitiveness and deliver sustainable business value.
If you enjoy working closely with the business, influencing decisions through financial insights, and contributing to impactful outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop the Supply Chain Controlling team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on business impact and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Supply Chain leaders to provide strategic financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, and drive informed business decisions.
• Oversee financial planning and performance management, including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, KPI dashboards and variance analysis.
• Lead standard costing, COGS forecasting and cost analysis across manufacturing, logistics and other Supply Chain operations.
• Manage the end-to-end CAPEX process, including investment evaluations, financial justifications and post-investment reviews.
• Drive financial governance and data integrity, including master data accuracy, fixed asset management and inventory control.
• Oversee month-end closing, financial reporting and audit activities, ensuring compliance with internal controls and reporting requirements.
• Drive finance transformation and process improvements, including automation, data quality enhancement and smarter ways of working.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen cost competitiveness, improve operational efficiency and deliver sustainable business performance.
• Provide technical expertise and support ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

What we’re looking for

• A strong business partnering mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• A strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with high attention to detail and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• A strong communicator who can clearly present financial insights and provide recommendations to support business performance.
• A solid understanding of financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• A strong knowledge of cost controlling and cost analysis, particularly in COGS, logistics and overheads.
• A good understanding of standard costing, inventory management and fixed asset control.
• A capability in CAPEX analysis, financial modelling and investment evaluation.
• A high proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel and advanced data analysis tools.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP would be an added advantage.
• A proven ability to lead and develop a team, driving accountability, performance and continuous improvement.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving processes and driving business performance.

What you can expect
 
An organisation that invests in your growth and empowers you to excel.

We consciously create an environment that genuinely focuses on developing our people—through coaching.
 
We empower individuals to take ownership, make decisions, and learn from both successes and challenges. In line with our Growth Culture, we are committed to supporting you in reaching your full potential while creating meaningful impact.
 
A positive, inclusive, and high energy workplace where your contributions matter. The role places you at the heart of consumer experiences, and you will be supported by a team that values collaboration, compassion, and diverse perspectives.
 
You can expect a team that celebrates wins together, moves with speed, and embraces innovation to deliver extraordinary results. Your ideas, courage to challenge the status quo, and passion for our consumer will be recognized and appreciated.

Requirements:

• Degree or professional qualification in Accounting or Finance, with mandatory membership in the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) or another recognized professional accounting body.
• Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience in financial controlling, management accounting or FP&A, preferably in a manufacturing or Supply Chain environment.
• Solid understanding of financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost controlling and standard costing.
• Good knowledge of COGS, logistics costs, CAPEX, inventory management and fixed asset control.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, spreadsheet design, financial modelling and data analysis.
• Experience with SAP and advanced data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP is an added advantage.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information and insights clearly and concisely.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive business objectives and continuous improvement.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage effectively with employees across all levels and departments.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset, with strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to identify risks, opportunities and improvement areas.
• High level of professional integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and business information.
• Good command of written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively in a professional environment.
• Understanding of financial reporting requirements and internal controls. Knowledge of public-listed company requirements is an advantage.
• Proactive and commercially minded approach, with the ability to provide strategic financial insights and drive cost optimisation and operational efficiency.

Workplace

Shah Alam, MY
 
Working Time

Mon – Thurs - 8.15am to 5.00pm
Fri – 8.15am to 4.00pm

 
We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

 
Due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) we only receive applications via our applicant system where possible.

Carlsberg Malaysia: Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our products and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth.