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Senior Manager Gross Margin and Performance (Operations)

Hybrid in Alicante·Added 14 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Sonova

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Work mode: Hybrid, Alicante
English: Required
Experience: 8+ years
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or a related discipline, with 8-12+ years' experience in Operations Finance, manufacturing controlling or gross margin management within a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment
Proven experience partnering with Operations leaders to drive manufacturing performance, improve operational efficiency and deliver measurable profitability improvements.
Strong understanding of Operations, including manufacturing processes, standard costing, productivity, labour, material and overhead cost drivers, with the ability to translate operational performance into financial outcomes.
Advanced analytical skills with experience using Excel, financial modelling and data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau to support Operations performance management.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across Operations, Finance and Supply Chain, building strong cross-functional partnerships to drive change.
A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and a track record of delivering operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP

Nice to have

Fluent in English, with Spanish language skills considered an advantage.
MedTech or healthcare manufacturing experience would also be an advantage

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

As one of the world's leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we're committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

For this vacancy only direct applications will be considered.

The role

As our Operations Gross Margin & Performance Senior Manager, you will play a critical role in driving profitability and operational excellence across our global manufacturing network. Working at the intersection of Finance, Operations and IT, you will establish greater transparency into manufacturing performance, influence strategic decision-making, and help shape how we manage gross margin across our global operations. In return, you'll join a collaborative, international environment where your expertise will directly influence business performance while providing outstanding opportunities for professional growth and career development.

What you'll do

Lead the global Operations gross margin framework, ensuring consistency, transparency and governance across all manufacturing sites and regions
Drive visibility of operational performance by analysing key cost drivers including productivity, labour, material, overheads and fixed cost absorption
Partner with Finance, Operations and IT teams to improve data quality, align financial systems and strengthen margin reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve profitability, challenge performance gaps and support cost optimisation initiatives with measurable financial impact
Develop and maintain global standards for margin reporting, variance analysis and performance governance
Translate complex operational and financial data into clear business insights that support strategic decision-making
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support budgeting, forecasting and long-term operational planning

About Sonova

Sonova is a Swiss-based global leader in hearing care solutions, offering innovative hearing aids, cochlear implants, and audiological care services. The company operates through well-known brands such as Phonak and Sennheiser, and aims to improve the lives of 30 million people by 2030/31 through technology and customer service. With a strong focus on research and development, Sonova combines engineering excellence with a patient-centered approach to hearing health.

Industry: Hearing Care and Medical Devices
Founded: 1947
Employees: 10,000–20,000
Headquarters: Stäfa, Switzerland
In Spain: Barcelona, Alicante
Website: sonova.com

Good to know if you are moving

Sonova has offices in Barcelona and Alicante, Spain, offering roles in sales, IT, and operations.
The company is a global leader in hearing care, providing opportunities to work with advanced AI and audio technology.
Sonova's Spanish locations are part of its EMEA & Latam regional structure, offering international exposure.
The company emphasizes innovation and customer service, with a mission to improve hearing health worldwide.

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