Business Controller - Retail expansion (Fixed term contract)
Country/Region: IT
Application Deadline: 15/03/2026
If you have ever dreamed of being part of the world’s largest jewelry company, this is your chance! Pandora is a multinational reality present in more than 80 countries and continues to strengthen its leadership position thanks to an ambitious expansion plan that includes new store openings every year. In Italy, over 1,600 Pandorians contribute to our success, and more than 39,000 colleagues do the same around the world.
Purpose of the role
As a Finance Network Specialist, you will be the key finance partner for our Property & Network team, driving the forecasting and planning processes that support Pandora’s expansion strategy. You will provide actionable financial insights, build business cases for network‑related investments, ensure accurate follow‑up on performance, and act as the cluster anchor for CAPEX, rental forecasts, and store count planning across our owned & operated and wholesale channels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive budgeting and forecasting processes related to network expansion, CAPEX, and store counts.
* Support the creation, review, and submission of investment profiles (IPs) and business cases for new store openings and related initiatives.
* Monitor and report on new openings, analyzing P&L performance versus business case and evaluating cannibalization effects.
* Deliver CAPEX reporting, store count reporting, and financial insights to leadership teams.
* Collaborate closely with the FP&A Manager, Property & Network Director, and global network stakeholders.
* Prepare presentations and support ad‑hoc analysis for management decision‑making.
Your Profile:
* 1-3 years of experience in senior business finance roles with proven impact on business performance and value creation.
* Experience in international organizations, ideally within retail, fashion, or FMCG sectors.
* Master’s degree in Finance or a related field.
* Business partnering capabilities and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
* High energy, strategic mindset, and a proactive attitude in driving complex agendas.
* Solid command of Microsoft Office; experience with Hyperion, AX/SAP, and BI systems is a plus.
* Fluent in English and Italian.
Type of contract: Why Join Pandora?
This role places you at the core of Pandora’s growth engine, enabling you to directly shape our network development and investment strategy. You will work in a dynamic, international environment where your insights will drive performance, support strategic decisions, and contribute to the overall success of our cluster. Join us to become part of a collaborative, ambitious, and purpose‑driven team committed to crafting the future of Pandora.
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