Wholesale Business Controller

Finance and Administration
Diesel
Full time
Location: 

Milano, IT

Date:  Aug 5, 2025

Wholesale Business Controller

Description: 

Diesel has long been a leading pioneer in denim and casual fashion, known for moving outside and ahead of trends in its industry. While retaining always its DNA, in recent years Diesel has evolved into the world of premium casual wear, becoming a true alternative to the established luxury market. Diesel is a truly worldwide organization. It is present in more than 80 countries with 5,000 points of sale, including more than 400 company owned stores.

 

We are currently looking for a Wholesale Business Controller to join our European Controlling Department at Diesel’s Head Office in Milan.

Reporting directly to the Wholesale Controlling & Planning Manager Europe, the role will interact daily with the Wholesale team, the European Controlling Department, and various Diesel HQ functions. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential to navigate our dynamic and matrix organization.

The ideal candidate will play a kay role in driving cost efficiency, managing closing and planning processes, and supporting business decision-making with accurate and timely insights.

Activities

  • Act as a key business partner for the Heads of Sales (HoS) across Europe, providing strategic financial support and ensuring alignment between commercial goals and financial targets.
  • Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and monthly closing activities for the Wholesale business.
  • Deliver weekly and monthly performance reports, identifying variances vs targets and highlighting potential risks or opportunities.
  • Prepare regular and ad-hoc reporting files for the Wholesale Director and the Finance Director, providing clear insights into business performance.
  • Support strategic decisions through financial analysis, simulations, and investment evaluations (e.g. new store openings).
  • Monitor and control commercial initiatives and agreements to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial data in line with Group policies and procedures.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
  • At least 3 years of experience in a similar controlling or financial planning role, preferably within the wholesale or retail industry
  • Strong analytical mindset with a proactive and business-oriented approach
  • Solid understanding of P&L dynamics, forecasting, and financial modelling
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial tools (SAP, Power BI, etc.)
  • Fluent in English; other European languages are a plus
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

 

What we offer 

🏠 A Full Time Permanent Contract

🙌An awesome, young and dynamic team

👜 Possibility to work in the European HQ of one of the leading Italian fashion companies belonging to one of the most important luxury fashion groups

👖 A generous employee discount on Diesel and OTB group Brands

🏳️‍🌈 Highly inclusive working environment

 

As part of OTB Group, we work in a proactive environment, where everyone is challenged to achieve new goals, outstanding performances are recognized, and valuable career opportunities are provided to all employees.

For us People come first: we have an international environment with employees of 60 nationalities and more than 60% women, with 35 years as average age.

 

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Location: 

Milano, IT

Seniority:  Professional
Employment Type:  Full time
Function:  Finance and Administration