Position Overview The Head of Finance plays a pivotal role in ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and strategic financial leadership. This role is responsible for steering the organization’s finance operations, compliance, and reporting while supporting long-term value creation through robust governance, data-driven insights, and risk-managed decision-making. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned finance leader capable of managing a diverse team, interfacing with global stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function . Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Governance Ensure compliance with statutory, legal, tax, and Group reporting requirements across jurisdictions. Develop and maintain a robust internal control framework and enforce financial governance standards. Represent the company in financial dealings with banks, auditors, regulators, and tax authorities. Act as a key advisor to senior leadership on financial, strategic, and legal matters including M&A . Financial Reporting & Operations Oversee the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of local and Group financial reporting. Manage statutory filings and ensure full compliance with accounting and tax laws. Drive efficiency in financial close processes and ensure data integrity. Controlling & Analysis Deliver core controlling services such as cost center management, product costing, margin analysis, and financial forecasting. Analyze profitability, operating expenses, and working capital to support business decisions. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring processes. Cash & Risk Management Oversee cash flow planning, AP/AR management, credit control, and financial risk mitigation. Collaborate with Group Treasury and Risk functions to ensure aligned financial strategies. Team Leadership & Collaboration Lead and develop the local finance team while managing effective collaboration with BPO partners. Foster a culture of knowledge sharing, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure alignment of outsourced processes with business needs and service excellence standards. Key Deliverables & Outcomes Full compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory obligations. High-quality financial reporting that supports strategic business decisions. Enhanced process efficiency, reduced cycle times, and optimized finance operations. Strong financial stewardship that protects company assets and enhances value. Empowered and high-performing finance team aligned with organizational goals. Key Competencies Deep expertise in IFRS, financial planning & analysis, and local statutory regulations. Proficiency in SAP (FI-AR, FI-AP, Cash Management), and advanced Excel/BI tools. Strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. High integrity, attention to detail, and strategic thinking mindset. Qualifications & Experience Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance from a recognized institution. Minimum 15 years of progressive finance experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role. Proven experience in managing BPO interfaces, compliance-heavy environments, and cross-border financial operations . Scope of Responsibility Financial Impact Revenue Responsibility (Indirect): Up to USD 100 million. Operating Budget Oversight: Up to USD 5 million. People Leadership Direct Reports: 1–5 team members. Indirect/BPO Oversight: 1–5 resources. Cross-functional Project Leadership: As required . Key Stakeholders Internal: CFO, Business Unit Heads, Global Controllers, Functional Heads. External: Auditors, Tax Consultants, BPO Partner (e.g., Accenture), Bankers, Regulatory Authorities . Why Join Us? we are on a mission to build a resilient, agile, and forward-thinking finance function. As our Head of Finance, you will be a change enabler and strategic business partner, contributing to business performance, governance, and future growth. Ready to lead the transformation of chemicals procurement? Apply today or reach out to rupa.kumar@archroma.com,surekha.nair@archroma,com , www.archroma.com | #ArchromaCareers #GlobalLeadership #SustainableProcureme # Finance leadership, #compliance, #statutory reporting, #SAP, # internal controls,# business partnering,# BPO management #IFRS, # FP&A, governance. Show more Show less
Responsible for material resource planning (MRP) in SAP system & ensure availability of right material at right time in right quantity Responsible for coordination for production plan execution and capacity scheduling to meet production plan and maximize asset utilization. Security of supply on raw material supply. Foresee future shortages and take action to prevent shortages and proactively Update GSPM on output and issues (changes to Production plan/Material Requirement Plan). Provide input for short term as well as long term supply & demand balancing & participate for Global site -Demand Supply Execution (G-DSE) & Supply Management Review(G-SMR) & as part of SIOP. Coordinate with production, warehouse, purchasing & global site planners to review Slow and Non-Mover inventory reduction. Support to provide input & tracking for New Product Introduction and phase-out, working with the site product development, Production & Purchasing Understanding and adherence to local EHS rules and regulations
Job Responsibilities: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and role requirements. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job requisition to onboarding, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring process. Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, and networking. Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidates for cultural and role fit. Manage the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Represent the company at job fairs, campus events, and networking functions. Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to leadership. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition. Key Skills: Minimum 3+ years of proven experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human resources or in related fields Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to build strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Familiarity with sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Glassdoor.
Archroma is looking for Product Stewardship management trainees to join our dynamic team. If you believe you have the skills and passion we are looking for, we invite you discover the exciting career possibilities within our global Product stewardship team in Mumbai, India.
Product benchmarking and application development for existing product, modified product and new product related to Paints, construction & coatings product portfolio. Benchmarking of competition products in lab for finding USP of Archroma product for value selling. Replication of lab results in customer trials for product approval and commercialization Brainstorming on product related issues to satisfy customer and regularization of product supply. Vendor development as and when require for new materials with procurement team. Lab development and commissioning of the new equipment and their maintenance by following safety
Freight Forwarding: Oversees end-to-end logistics operations. Coordinates with procurement, warehousing, and distribution teams. Responsible for inbound sea / air freights to Global Locations Responsible for outbound freights in joint collaboration with the regional counterparts. Handles day-to-day logistics tasks like shipment tracking, documentation, and vendor coordination. Oversee accurate preparation and verification of documentation: bills of lading, certificates of origin, LC documentation, duty forms, duty excemption, etc. Manage end-to-end import/export operations, including coordination with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers. EXIM Oversees a company's international trade operations, ensuring compliance with all trade regulations, negotiating contracts, coordinating shipments, and managing relationships with suppliers and customs authorities Analysis of Imports & Export related port data Responsibilities include maintaining proper documentation, tracking goods, identifying opportunities to reduce taxes and duties, and optimizing logistics to ensure efficient, timely deliveries while mitigating risks in global trade Manage import/export budgets, track freight and duty expenses, analyze margins. Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize shipping methods. Perform risk assessments (e.g., customs delays, trade disruptions) and enact contingency plans. Keep updated on changes in international trade regulations and adapt procedures accordingly. Oversee and maintain all necessary import/export licenses, certifications, and registrations Monitor and manage customs duties and tariff exposures; implement duty mitigation strategies Identify and manage risks associated with international trade, ensuring a secure and reliable import/export process. Ability to monitor trade trends, analyze data, and develop strategies for efficient import/export operations. Coordinates with CHA (Customs House Agent) and shipping lines. Handles import documentation (Bill of Entry, LC, etc.). Ensures timely clearance and compliance with DGFT and customs. Ensures adherence to customs regulations and trade laws. Manages booking, tracking, and cost negotiations. Works with banks on Letters of Credit (LC), bank guarantees, and payment terms. Ensures financial compliance in international transactions. Ensure full compliance with trade regulations, customs protocols, and global shipping laws Monitor shipments closely to ensure timely delivery and resolve issues promptly. Power BI analysis, Reporting , SAP Knowledge, MIS
The intern will be responsible for various MIS support tasks, including providing Database preparation in Power BI, creating Smart dashboards, and Macros in excel. It is essential to collaborate and work closely with the other Archroma PSGlobal Team. You will be required to work with minimum supervision and deliver the following responsibilities: - Aligning all Lab data/Databases/MIS/Historical data transformation from Various data origin (India, China/Legacy TE) and Harmonisation. - Optimizing Sharepoint and working on different libraries to create an effective system. - Ensuring Power BI dashboards comply with business-specific and global regulatory requirements. - Keeping the Power BI database up to date and recording product data and customer demand to analyze future product import and sales trends. - Understanding customer segmentation and company service expectations to execute a tiered customer response strategy to meet cost-effective objectives. The key requirements for this position include: - Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, chemical engineering, Data analytics, or related field, or Masters in Chemistry (Organic, Physical & Inorganic). - Specific skills & knowledge: Knowledge of Power BI, Power Excel, Power Query, and various IT tools, good communication skills, good analytical skills, ability to understand chemical products, and fluency in English. Competencies required for this role are: - Customer-focused - Communication and interpersonal understanding - Achievement and result-oriented efforts If your background and personal experience align with this profile, please send your complete application via e-mail and mention the position "Product Stewardship Intern" in the subject line. Email: harshad.sawadkar@archroma.com,
Allocated to our Product Stewardship organisation we are looking for a highly motivated and proactive team member in the function of Registration Expert Lead In the role as Inside Registration Expert, you take the necessary measures to ensure the marketability in a cost-efficient manner of our products in the regulated countries and more specifically in EMEA. Advises Sales and other functions about chemical regulatory requirements. Further key responsibilities: You will develop and manage REACH like registration projects taking into account the global registration strategy. You will plan, manage, prepare and submit substance registration dossiers. You advise the business about potential strategies, manage the consortia representation and communications under REACH like regulations. Furthermore, you will contribute to the relationship with EU/UK national associations and EU/UK REACH authoritys activities, follow the EU/UK REACH developments, and contribute and support other Product Stewardship pillars. The position will be located in India. Your profile: For this role we are looking for you who is/has: Over 10 years of experience in a similar position. Chemistry background. Understanding of the worldwide chemical regulatory frameworks and more specifically of EU and UK REACH Basic knowledge in Toxicology/Ecotoxicology/Phys-Chem and Analytic Effective interpersonal and communication skills - interaction with business functions and customers to capture key information and determine business needs. Adaptable / self-motivated team worker in international environment, with ability to work on own initiative. Flexible, non-bureaucratic style working collaboratively and effectively with individuals throughout the entire company. Your application: If your background and personal experience fit with this profile, please send us your complete to [HIDDEN TEXT] We are looking forward receiving your application! About our company Archroma is a global diversified leader in specialty chemicals with operations in 42 countries, including 35 sites, all certified to ISO management system standards. With the industrys broadest product portfolio, we serve many of the worlds top companies in textiles, packaging and paper, paints and coatings. Headquarter in Pratteln, Switzerland, our team of 5,000 passionate professionals offers industry-leading expertise in manufacturing, technical support and innovation around the globe. Archroma is paving the way to a more sustainable future and is recognized as an industry leader in the development and delivery of sustainable solutions by our customer base. We are known for our advancements in processing technologies and for the introduction of innovative tools that further support partners to save resources while improving productivity and efficiency. Archroma operates as two distinct divisions, our Textile Effects division serving the textile industry with innovative and differentiated products and the Paper, Packaging & Coatings (PP&C) division which offers unique, sustainable chemistry to the paper, packaging, construction and paints & coatings industries. The Archroma PP&C division is the only pureplay global paper, packaging and coating chemicals producer focused specifically on the needs of these markets with products spanning from process and aesthetic chemicals to functional chemicals. We are committed to enabling our customers to achieve their business and environmental targets and this is at the heart of everything we do. Archroma is owned by SK Capital, a New York-based private investment firm with a disciplined focus on the specialty materials, chemicals and healthcare sectors. SK Capitals 26 portfolio companies generate revenues of approximately $16.0 billion annually. Show more Show less