Senior Specialist, Business Planning & Analysis Enabling Functions

Alfasigma is a privately held global healthcare company founded over 75 years ago in Italy, where it remains headquartered today in Bologna and Milan. The Group operates in over 100 markets spanning Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Africa.

Over three years ago, we embarked on a transformative journey to become a truly global innovative healthcare company with a leading focus on Gastrointestinal (GI) health. We have experienced remarkable growth, nearly doubled our revenues, expanding geographically, and integrating several key acquisitions. We have also evolved our portfolio, expanded into rare and specialty segments, and strengthened our pipeline and people's capabilities.

But our journey is far from complete! In fact, this is just the beginning of a bold new chapter in Alfasigma's history. We are committed to advancing innovation and leveraging our deep expertise to provide better health and a better quality of life for patients and consumers worldwide and expand our reach across diverse markets.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a senior finance specialist, business planning and analysis

Scope of the role:

The Senior Specialist in Business Planning and Analysis is responsible for driving financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making and business objectives. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, ensure financial discipline, and optimize business performance through data-driven recommendations.

Your key responsibilities:

Drive Long-term strategic plan, Budget, and Forecast cycles for corporate functions, ensuring alignment with strategic and financial goals.
Manage monthly HQ cost closing, delivering executive-level reports with analysis and key performance indicators.
Analyze variances vs. budget/forecast, identifying cost drivers, risks, and opportunities, and recommending corrective actions.
Partner with internal function heads (HR, IT, Legal, etc.) as a financial advisor, supporting cost efficiency, resource allocation, and investment decisions.
Maintain cost center structures and internal recharges, ensuring transparency and consistency across departments.
Lead the design of financial models, dashboards, and automation tools in partnership with ICT.
Support ongoing improvement of financial processes, systems, and controls, fostering a data-driven performance culture.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, group accounting standards, and audit requirements.
Oversee Capex planning and tracking for corporate functions, supporting ROI assessments and investment prioritization.

Who are you?:

Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or Management Engineering.
Minimum 7+ years of experience in FP&A, business controlling, or finance business partnering roles, preferably in matrix or multinational organizations.
Deep knowledge of financial planning, performance management, and cost controlling methodologies.
Proficient in enterprise ERP systems (e.g., SAP FI/CO) and advanced planning/reporting tools (e.g., SAP SAC, BW, Power BI).
Strong business partnering capabilities with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively.
High level of ownership, autonomy, and problem-solving mindset.
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Why Join Alfasigma:

At Alfasigma, we foster a culture where the courage to innovate is key to our success.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open-mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress.

Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry.