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ZG - Savska Opatovina, HRV

Hypercar Vehicle Controlling & Cost Engineering Head of Department

Join Bugatti Rimac: the Ultimate Hypercar Company

 

Bugatti Rimac, as part of the Rimac Group, sees the unique combination of two automotive and technological trailblazers. Leveraging Rimac's nimble agility, technical prowess, and groundbreaking innovation in the electric vehicle sector, coupled with Bugatti's storied +110-year legacy of crafting some of the world's most iconic hypercars, we have emerged as a powerhouse within the hypercar industry.

 

At Bugatti Rimac, we recognize that our most valuable asset is our human capital. The combination of diverse individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, unique capabilities, and talent invested by our employees not only defines our distinctive culture but also significantly contributes to our reputation and overall company achievements.

 

We are in search of exceptional individuals to reinforce our team, and the number one thing we’re after is talent. If you are a creative, problem-solving professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and if you are ready to embrace the challenges that come with pushing the boundaries of automotive and technological excellence, then we want to hear from you.

Join Bugatti Rimac and be part of a team driving automotive innovation to new heights.

1. In your new role you will:

 

  • Build and lead a high-performance team of motivated controllers and cost engineers and act as a sparring partner to support their growth and professional development
  • Recruit future team members and create a challenging and attractive working environment
  • Act as a finance business partner to support development teams translating development ideas into financially sound and feasible hypercar vehicle projects
  • Ensure profitability from the first project idea until end of production
  • Set cost/ profit/technical targets, effectively roll them out and constantly challenge Program Management and the Program Team to further optimize the vehicle program
  • Derive and negotiate revenue, cost, profit and RoS targets for hypercar vehicle programs with Program Management and Program Team
  • Initiate forecast process and perform data-driven program scenario simulations
  • Milestone-related tracking of program calculation with monitoring of KPIs such as program profitability, RoS, IRR, NPV, spending patterns, cash flow, etc.
  • Have high visibility to Bugatti Rimac Group top management by regularly presenting target vs. status overviews and being their discussion partner for all program related financial questions during Program Day meeting
  • Further drive our value-oriented costing approach by being the initiator and challenger of cost down and/ revenue management measures
  • Participate in sourcing committees and involve the entire Program Team into cost compliance thinking
  • Propose cost reduction ideas, creating a business case for the implementation
  • Help to develop and implement a new cost management process, ensuring that projects are delivered to target and profitability is achieved during all project phases
  • Be at the fore front of industry developments to ensure Bugatti Rimac Group is exploiting new technology and manufacturing techniques to help optimise profitability

 

2. Required skills and competencies:

 

  • University degree in Finance/ Business Administration or Engineering or equivalent qualification
  • 10+ years of experience in multinational automotive environment in Finance, Program Management, R&D or Procurement or similar
  • Relevant proven track record abroad would be an advantage
  • Minimum of 2 years leadership experience
  • Well-versed with state-of-the-art controlling and cost engineering tools
  • Experience in business case calculation and financial structuring of (vehicle) profitability analyses
  • Ability to work in a fast-changing start-up environment and execute with urgency
  • Excellent process and structuring skills and high level of dedication and resilience
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, process and structuring skills
  • Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English

 

3. What’s in it for you:

 

  • The opportunity to work for a start-up striving to become the leading hypercar group
  • Become part of the Bugatti Rimac family
  • Working with a diverse and talented group of colleagues
  • A high level of collaboration and autonomy and high visibility to Top Management

Join Bugatti Rimac and Experience:

 

  • Engaging projects with cutting-edge technology, contributing to world-class solutions
  • Where your work makes a difference
  • Financial support for transportation because we understand the importance of a hassle-free commute
  • Flexible work schedules and remote work options are available, acknowledging the importance of accommodating a variety of professional preferences and optimizing productivity
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including additional and supplementary benefits because your well-being is our priority
  • Access to psychological counseling services, demonstrating our commitment to your mental health
  • Kitchen and relaxation zones throughout the office, with complimentary coffee/tea, fresh fruit, and more
  • Fun team-building activities and unforgettable company parties because we believe in the importance of team spirit and having a good time
  • Subsidies for kindergartens, festive Christmas parties for your kids, and thoughtful presents because we value family care
  • Discounts at various stores and clinics, catering to the well-being of both you and your pets