Drive global impact through operational excellence
At Ivoclar, we are looking for a high-impact Cost Excellence Manager to drive cost optimization, operational efficiency, and OPEX transformation initiatives across our global organization.
In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to business leaders, identifying cost-saving opportunities and supporting the implementation of sustainable efficiency measures across functions and regions.
Your role
- Identify and drive cost reduction opportunities across all relevant cost areas.
- Lead OPEX and cost optimization programs from analysis to implementation and tracking.
- Partner with business functions to improve cost structures and efficiency.
- Establish cost transparency through KPIs, benchmarking, and reporting tools.
- Act as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to senior stakeholders.
- Support global transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare decision proposals and business cases for senior management.
Your profile
- Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
- 6+ years of experience in cost optimization, consulting, FP&A, controlling, or procurement
- Proven track record in OPEX, cost reduction, or transformation programs
- Strong skills in financial analysis, cost modeling, and benchmarking
- Experience in multinational / matrix organizations
- Excellent intercultural stakeholder management and communication skills
- Analytical, hands-on, and results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
What we offer
- A global, purpose-driven company with 3,700 employees.
- A culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Learning and development tailored to your growth.
- The opportunity to shape and drive global cost excellence and operational efficiency initiatives.
At Ivoclar, you will join a purpose-driven organization with a strong international presence, a collaborative culture and a genuine commitment to innovation, people development and continuous improvement.
This is a unique opportunity to influence how resources are managed across the business, partnering with leaders around the world to deliver sustainable efficiencies, strengthen cost transparency and support long-term business success.
If you are an analytical and strategic professional with a passion for optimization, transformation and creating measurable business impact, we would love to hear from you.
Let's achieve our goal together: Making People Smile.