Expert International Marketing Budgeting and KPI Steering (all gender)

With more than 350 stores in Germany and over 660 stores across 10 countries, we are one of Europe's leading home improvement retailers. Our vision is to be the first point of contact for all our customers' home-related questions and projects across Europe—true to our motto: Everything is possible with OBI.

To ensure this promise shines on the store floor every single day, we have our colleagues' backs in the stores from our Store Support Center (SSC). We see ourselves as enablers, drivers of innovation, and strong partners. To achieve this, we work with passion every day and foster a culture where we stand together and support one another.

Successful international marketing combines a strategic brand vision with data-driven financial management. For our next growth phase, we are seeking an analytical professional to elevate our global budget management to the next level. In this key role as Expert International Marketing Budget and KPI Steering, you will be responsible for international budget planning as well as the operational monitoring of all Brand & Customer Experience budgets. You will ensure that overall group targets and local market strategies align seamlessly.

• Budget Planning: Defining initial budget allocations at country, monthly, and channel levels, as well as supporting annual target setting
  
• Budget Steering: Operational budget management and continuous monitoring of budget utilization based on predefined KPI targets
  
• Stakeholder Management: Leading and moderating operational and strategic budget approval meetings with international country teams and individual budget owners
  
• Financial Forecasting: Taking ownership of the creation and quality assurance of group-wide financial forecasts in close collaboration with Controlling and Finance teams
  
• Performance Optimization: Steering necessary budget shifts and re-allocations to achieve target KPIs, as well as preparing management-level presentations

• Financial Expertise: Proven track record in financial planning and budget management, ideally complemented by hands-on knowledge of SAP/IOM
  
• Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical skills to identify variances and derive accurate forecast adjustments
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities within an international environment, with business fluency in both English and German
  
• Structured Approach: Highly process-oriented mindset with strict adherence to commercial business procedures and compliance standards
  
• Strategic Vision: Strong ability to seamlessly synchronize top-down targets with specific local market requirements

• Work-Life Balance – 30 days of paid vacation per year with a 37.5-hour work week, plus days off on December 24th and 31st. On top of that, ten additional vacation days are possible.
• Flexible Working Hours & Workation – We offer you the flexibility to structure your workday within our flexitime framework. Additionally, you have the opportunity to work from abroad (EEA) for up to 20 days per year.
• Office or Home – Our hybrid model includes three office days, two of which are set team days for face-to-face collaboration. You can flexibly choose your third office day and enjoy the benefits of remote work on the remaining two days per week.
• Sabbatical – You have the option to take a break from the daily work routine for up to six months.
• Your Development – Many exciting training opportunities, e.g., in our OBI Academy.
• Shopping at OBI – 15% discount on your purchases in our stores.
• Refreshments – On-site company restaurant, free hot beverages, water, and fresh fruit.
• Sustainable Mobility – If interested, benefit from a subsidized company bike.
• Corporate Benefits – Exclusive discounts on countless leisure activities, online shops, tech products, and more.

At OBI, we actively live and promote diversity and welcome applications from all people, regardless of your personal background. You are welcome to leave out details such as a photo, age, or marital status on your CV—we value your qualifications and experience above all. If you require specific support or assistive equipment at the workplace, we are happy to discuss how we can accommodate your needs during the interview process.