Manager, Business Control

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace at upm.com/careers. Manager, Business Control Greetings from your future manager. “We’re a team that believes great decisions come from open dialogue and solid analytics. You’ll work closely with partners across the business and help shape our commercial direction. If you value teamwork, curiosity, and accountability, this is the right place for you.” – Jakub Jiracek, Director, Business Control, Americas What You Will Do Lead Salesforce‑based analytics to strengthen pipeline visibility, forecast accuracy, and commercial transparency. Build, enhance, and standardize Salesforce dashboards and reports that track pipeline health, win rates, pricing behavior, and deal‑level margins. Integrate Salesforce opportunity and booking data with ERP and FP&A systems to create a consistent and reliable view of commercial performance. Analyze deal‑level economics using Salesforce and ERP data to guide pricing discipline and support negotiations with Sales. Monitor pricing leakage, discount trends, and margin variability by leveraging structured Salesforce data and automated reporting. Evaluate customer, product, and channel profitability using data from Salesforce and manufacturing cost drivers. Lead revenue forecasting, backlog analysis, and mix modeling, combining Salesforce data with operational inputs. Develop scalable data models and visualizations that provide actionable insights for Sales, Commercial Operations, and leadership. Improve data quality across Salesforce, ERP, and financial systems to strengthen the accuracy and reliability of forecasting and reporting. Drive continuous improvement by automating KPIs, streamlining reporting processes, and enhancing analytical tools used across commercial finance. Who You Are Strong experience working with Salesforce (Sales Cloud), including building dashboards, reports, and data structures that support commercial insights. Highly skilled in financial and data analysis, comfortable working with large datasets from Salesforce, ERP, and financial systems. Ability to translate complex analytics into clear, actionable recommendations for Sales, Commercial, and Manufacturing leaders. 5–8+ years of experience in commercial finance, sales finance, or FP&A within a manufacturing environment. In-depth understanding of pricing, deal profitability, and the interplay between cost structure, mix, and market dynamics. Proactive partner who enjoys collaborating with cross‑functional teams and supporting data‑driven decisions. Work with accuracy, curiosity, and a continuous‑improvement mindset, especially around data integrity and reporting automation. Value open communication, inclusive teamwork, and a structured, fact‑based approach to problem‑solving. This Is What We Offer To You A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative. A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well‑being of our colleagues. We support the work‑life balance of all our employees. Development opportunities: We offer great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi‑business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science‑based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. Comprehensive benefit package – UPM’s benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional Information Location: Asheville, North Carolina, USA. Hybrid working model: a combination of remote work with regular on‑site collaboration. Reports to: Director, Business Control, Americas. Contact: Jakub Jiracek, Director, Business Control, Americas – jakub.jiracek@upmraflatac.com. Application deadline: April3,2026. Submit your CV and cover letter through the online application system. Open only to candidates residing in the continental U.S. due to payroll and compliance requirements. Security background check may be performed for selected candidates in accordance with company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014. #J-18808-Ljbffr