We are Hiring: Cost Controller
Espressolab Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal Full-Time Position
Espressolab Portugal is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Cost Controller to join our growing team.
This role is ideal for a professional with experience in cost control, inventory management, purchasing, invoicing, and operational reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our stores, warehouse operations, and franchise network while helping to ensure the financial efficiency and operational excellence of the business.
Applicants must reside in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Control & Inventory Management
- Monitor compliance with company purchasing procedures.
- Verify the accuracy of purchasing records, stock entries, and inventory movements.
- Control and analyze costs related to stores, kitchens, and warehouse operations.
- Identify and report unusual cost variations and inventory discrepancies.
- Investigate stock differences and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor price fluctuations of purchased materials and report significant changes.
- Ensure proper product transfers between stores.
- Conduct inventory counts and prepare detailed reports.
Operational Control
- Ensure the correct use of materials and products across all locations.
- Maintain and monitor product recipes and costing data within company systems.
- Track product sales performance and identify operational issues.
- Manage daily warehouse stock movements.
- Prepare monthly and annual cost analysis reports.
Invoicing & Franchise Support
- Manage invoice entry, issuance, tracking, and documentation processes.
- Coordinate invoicing activities with Accounting and Operations teams.
- Prepare and issue sales invoices for franchise locations.
- Monitor franchise receivables, invoice records, and payment statuses.
- Ensure all invoicing and documentation processes comply with company policies and procedures.
Training & Reporting
- Provide inventory management, order management, and system training to Store Managers.
- Prepare inventory variance reports and support internal audits.
- Assist management with pricing analysis and profitability reporting.
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience in Cost Control, Inventory Management, Accounting, Finance, or Operations.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with ERP, POS, or inventory management systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and reporting capabilities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience within hospitality, food & beverage, retail, or franchise operations is highly desirable.
- Fluency in both English and Portuguese.
- Must reside in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment with a rapidly growing international brand.
- Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
- The chance to play a key role in the expansion of Espressolab Portugal.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a brief introduction to:
[email protected]
Please use "Cost Controller Application" as the subject line.
Ricardo de Meyrelles
Operations Manager
Espressolab Portugal
Localização do trabalho: Presencial
