Agile Robots SE

Finance Business Partner – Supply Chain (m/f/d)

Agile Robots SE  •  Munich, DE (Onsite)  •  29 days ago
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Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Finance Business Partner (SCM) with a strong focus on cost optimization and operational efficiency. This role will partner closely with Supply Chain functions (Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics) to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve cost transparency, and drive financial discipline across the organization.

The ideal candidate combines solid financial expertise with strong business acumen and a hands-on mindset, capable of driving measurable impact in a fast-paced robotics environment.

Your Responsibilities

  • Act as a strategic finance partner to Supply Chain teams, with a primary focus on cost reduction and efficiency improvement 
  • Lead and drive cost optimization initiatives across procurement, manufacturing, and logistics 
  • Build and enhance cost analysis frameworks, including BOM analysis and cost breakdown structures 
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities through deep analysis of purchase price variance (PPV), manufacturing efficiency, and logistics spend 
  • Partner with procurement to support cost control initiatives 
  • Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking, ensuring strong cost discipline and accountability 
  • Support NPI (New Product Introduction) with cost target setting and cost-down roadmaps

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field 
  • 3–5 years of experience in Finance, BP / Controlling / Costing roles, preferably in manufacturing or hardware industries 
  • Strong expertise in cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis 
  • Proven experience in cost reduction/cost control/efficiency improvement projects 
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capabilities; ERP experience (e.g., SAP) is a plus 
  • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly results-driven 
  • Fluent in English

Beneficial Skills

  • Experience in robotics, automation, or high-tech manufacturing 
  • Background in supply chain finance or plant controlling 
  • Experience with cost analysis or value engineering

What we offer

  • A dynamic high-tech company, combined with financial soundness and world-class investors.
  • Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment.
  • Lots of development opportunities as we continue to grow.
  • Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth.
  • Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month.
  • Modern office facilities with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks & fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment
Agile Robots SE

About Agile Robots SE

Agile Robots is a leading provider of

next-generation automation solutions. By combining

artificial intelligence and robotics, the company makes

industries smarter, more flexible, and more efficient.

Founded in Munich in 2018 by renowned robotics

researchers from the German Aerospace Center (DLR),

Agile Robots has experienced rapid global growth.

Today, more than 2,500 highly skilled robotics and AI

enthusiasts are employed in Germany, China and India.

The company has one of the largest research and

development teams in the AI and robotics industry.

Agile Robots has built a unique portfolio, together with the subsidiaries audEERING, BÄR Automation, Franka Robotics and idealworks, the company covers all areas of AI-driven robotics.

Agile Robots SE - Plinganserstraße 134 - 81369 Munich - Germany

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Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Munich, DE
Year Founded
2018
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