Paulaner Brewery, one of Germany’s most iconic and internationally recognized beer brands based in Munich, Bavaria, is hiring a Junior Controller – Supply Chain on a fixed-term contract starting 1 October 2026 through 31 March 2028. This role is responsible for monthly production and filling KPIs, weekly and monthly supply chain standard reports, budget monitoring, month-end and quarter-end close participation, and the development and automation of production-focused controlling tools.
About Paulaner — Munich’s Iconic Brewery & the Paulaner Family
Brand Heritage: One of Germany’s most recognized and internationally beloved brewery brands, based in Munich, Bavaria
Work Atmosphere: International yet traditional, with a modern workplace, open culture, and a genuinely appreciative team environment
Unique Benefit: Haustrunk — complimentary beverages from the Paulaner product range for personal consumption, a tradition within the Paulaner family
Flexibility: Possibility to work from home alongside a Munich city centre location with excellent public transport (ÖPNV) connections
Controlling Impact & Career Opportunity
Production Focus: Develop, monitor, and automate production and filling KPIs as a key reporting tool for the Supply Chain area
Digital Tools: Work with SAP and BI systems alongside advanced Excel for report creation, analysis, and process improvement
Cross-Functional Support: Assist operational business units in planning, budgeting, and ad-hoc analysis across the Paulaner Group
Career Development: Room to manage your own projects independently and contribute to the strategic development of the Group’s controlling function
Position Overview
This Junior Controller – Supply Chain role at Paulaner in Munich is a fixed-term position running from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2028. You will determine monthly production and filling KPIs, create and analyze weekly and monthly standard reports for the Supply area, support operational business planning, monitor budgets with commentary, participate in month-end and quarter-end close processes, independently manage smaller projects, and contribute to the strategic further development of the Group — with a particular focus on automating and advancing production-specific KPIs and reporting tools.
Why This Role Matters: As Junior Controller – Supply Chain at Paulaner Munich, you sit at the heart of one of Germany’s most iconic brewery operations, providing production and filling KPIs that directly inform supply chain decision-making, building and automating reporting tools using SAP, BI, and Excel that drive efficiency across the entire Supply area, supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes and contributing real analytical value to the Paulaner Group’s financial and operational planning, independently leading smaller controlling projects from start to finish, and building a strong foundation in supply chain and production controlling within a world-renowned Bavarian brand that genuinely values its people — including the Haustrunk tradition.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Supply Chain KPIs
- Determine monthly key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and filling operations
- Develop, advance, and automate production-focused KPIs and controlling metrics
- Create and analyze weekly and monthly standard reports for the Supply Chain area
Budget Monitoring & Financial Close
- Monitor budgets across assigned areas including commentary on variances and deviations
- Participate in month-end and quarter-end close processes
- Support operational business units in their operational planning activities
Reporting, Ad-Hoc Analysis & Process Improvement
- Create and analyze reporting outputs as well as responding to ad-hoc analytical requests from stakeholders
- Review and optimize existing processes and workflows within the controlling function
- Independently manage and deliver smaller controlling projects with accountability for outcomes
Strategic Development Support
- Support the strategic further development of the controlling function within the Paulaner Group
- Contribute to automation initiatives and the advancement of reporting and controlling instruments
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Completed degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable discipline with a focus on Controlling or Finance
- Alternatively, a commercial vocational qualification (kaufmännische Ausbildung) with relevant further training in controlling
Experience & Technical Skills
- First practical experience in controlling is desirable
- Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel — essential
- SAP and BI knowledge are desirable and considered an advantage
- Strong interest in process optimization and the development of reporting and controlling tools
Personal Attributes
- Analytical mindset with a structured and self-responsible working style
- High affinity for numbers, strong teamwork capabilities, and excellent communication skills
What Paulaner Offers
- Modern workplace with an open, appreciative work atmosphere
- Possibility to work from home (Home Office option)
- Excellent public transport connections (ÖPNV) to the Munich location
- Haustrunk — complimentary beverages from the Paulaner product range for personal consumption
- Employer contribution to company pension scheme (betriebliche Altersvorsorge)
- Corporate Benefits platform and company staff events
About Paulaner Brewery
Paulaner is one of Germany’s most iconic and internationally recognized brewery brands, based in Munich, Bavaria. As part of the Paulaner family, employees enjoy a work environment that blends international perspective with deep Bavarian tradition — a modern, open, and appreciative workplace where team spirit and professional development go hand in hand. Paulaner offers competitive benefits including home office flexibility, excellent Munich transport links, a company pension contribution, corporate benefits, and the beloved Haustrunk — complimentary beverages from the Paulaner product range for personal use, a unique tradition that reflects the company’s genuine appreciation for its team.
Career Excellence: Join the Paulaner family and build your controlling career at Munich’s most iconic brewery — where tradition, innovation, and genuine team appreciation come together every day.
Who Should Apply?
- Business Administration & Economics Graduates: With a controlling or finance focus and ideally some first practical experience in reporting, budgeting, or financial close processes
- Junior Controllers Entering the FMCG or Beverage Sector: Looking for a structured, fixed-term opportunity with real project ownership at a globally recognized Munich brewery
- Excel-Proficient Analysts: Comfortable building and maintaining reporting tools, with SAP or BI experience as a welcome additional asset
- Process Improvement Enthusiasts: Interested in automating KPIs, advancing controlling instruments, and optimizing workflows in a production environment
- Munich-Based Finance & Controlling Candidates: Seeking a hybrid role with a strong team culture, excellent benefits, and the unique Paulaner Haustrunk tradition
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