In short

As the Lead - Sales Controlling, you will drive top-line performance and financial strategy for the North American region by translating complex data into actionable growth opportunities. Reporting to the Head of Controlling on the Americas Finance team, you will act as a strategic partner to the Sales organization, ensuring our commercial ambitions are met through rigorous forecasting and trend analysis. In this role, you will influence cross-functional processes and elevate our retail and commercial knowledge to support On’s mission of igniting the human spirit through movement.

Your Mission

• Drive the financial performance of the North American Sales organization by aligning long-term aspirational goals with immediate business execution
• Analyze both financial and non-financial KPIs to provide scenario-based insights that identify risks and improve regional results
• Design and maintain exception-based analytical tools and reporting processes that prioritize clear storytelling and continuous improvement
• Coordinate with Sales, Planning, and Operations teams to monitor inventory, margins, and forecasts, improving the accuracy of short- and long-term financial plans
• Deliver detailed reporting and ad hoc strategic analysis to support senior management in making informed commercial decisions
• Ensure the highest level of accuracy and integrity in core finance tasks and regional P&L stewardship
• Partner cross-functionally across the Americas and Global teams to influence business strategies and optimize commercial workflows

Your Story

• You bring 6+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis or sales controlling within a premium global retailer or high-growth consumer goods environment
• You possess a deep understanding of retail math and commercial drivers, including margin optimization, pricing strategies, and sell-through metrics
• You demonstrate the ability to navigate complex data sets using visual analytics tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Microstrategy to drive business outcomes
• You have experience working within integrated ERP systems, with a preference for Microsoft Dynamics (D365) to manage budgets and financial reporting
• You are a clear and concise communicator who can tailor complex financial messages to diverse audiences and build strong professional alliances
• You approach challenges with an agile mindset, proactively identifying process improvements and stepping out of your comfort zone to master new complexities

Your Team

Join us and be part of our forward-thinking and action-oriented international finance team. We constantly strive to handle growth and to shape tomorrow's best practices by thinking differently, acting cross-functionally, and making use of the latest technology. We live agile values, not just talk about it, ensuring that our work as P&L stewards directly fuels On's sustainable expansion and innovation.