Operations Controller- Finance

Business Area: Nespresso Location: Gatwick with hybrid working 2-3 days in the Office Contract: Fixed Term Contract ending December 2027 Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum depending on experience plus bonus potential

Some of our other fantastic benefits

• Private healthcare

• Discretionary annual bonus

• Generous pension scheme, with up to 12% contribution from Nestlé

• 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement

• 2 paid volunteering days

• A strong focus on personal development and career growth

Although this is a full-time opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you. We are always open to discussing individual flexible working needs, so please don’t let this stop you from applying.

About Us

At Nespresso, we don’t just sell coffee, we create exceptional experiences. As a global leader in premium portioned coffee, we continue to redefine coffee consumption through innovation, quality and sustainability.

We're looking for an Operations Controller to join our UK&I team. Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, this role will act as a key finance business partner to our Operations function, ensuring that costs are effectively managed while supporting the delivery of strategic business objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence decision-making, drive efficiencies and contribute to the continued success of one of Nestlé’s fastest-growing businesses.

Your Impact

As Operations Controller, you will work closely with teams across Supply Chain, Total Quality Management and our Customer Relationship Centre, providing financial leadership and insight that supports operational performance and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the monthly accounting cycle for Operations, ensuring robust planning and accurate cost management.

• Coordinate period-end activities, reporting of actuals and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

• Analyse performance variances, identify root causes and support the implementation of corrective actions.

• Identify opportunities to optimise business operations, improve cost efficiency and strengthen cash flow performance.

• Provide financial support to operational improvement initiatives, including Lean and Focused Improvement programmes.

• Partner with stakeholders on customer service and cross-functional projects, delivering insightful financial analysis and recommendations.

• Develop, evaluate and monitor capital investment plans, including post-investment performance reviews.

• Evaluate the financial impact of sourcing and operational changes, providing recommendations that support business performance.

• Act as a trusted finance partner, influencing decision-making across both financial and non-financial stakeholder groups.

Your Ingredients for Success

You'll combine strong financial expertise with outstanding stakeholder management skills and a continuous improvement mindset. You'll be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating across functions and using financial insight to drive operational performance.

Essential experience and skills

• Professional accounting or finance qualification such as CIMA, with previous experience in Accounting, Finance, Costing or Factory Controlling.

• Strong financial planning, forecasting and performance management capabilities.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Proven ability to build effective relationships across both finance and operational teams.

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple deadlines.

• Experience working effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Confidence to challenge constructively and drive positive business change.

• Experience working within a matrix or networked organisation with cross-functional stakeholders.

Desirable experience

• Experience supporting Supply Chain, Customer Service or Operations functions.

• Exposure to Lean methodologies, continuous improvement projects or operational transformation initiatives.

• Experience within FMCG or a similarly fast-moving commercial environment.

• Experience evaluating capital investments and business cases.

If you're passionate about commercial finance, operational excellence and partnering with a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Need to Know

Job advert posting date: 18th Sept 2026 Job advert closing date: 2nd October 2026

We will be considering candidates as they apply and may occasionally close job advertisements early if sufficient applications are received, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. We believe that embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment enables everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovation.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We know that not everyone will meet every requirement listed in this advert. If you're excited about the opportunity and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

Accessibility and Adjustments

At Nestlé, we're committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience where everyone can perform at their best.

If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to understand your needs and make appropriate arrangements. Any information you share with us will be treated in the strictest confidence and used only to support you throughout the recruitment process.

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