Director Of Finance And Administration

Our client, Darta Group is a reputed Belgian family company, founded in 1988, that has grown into a global player in the development, processing and commercialisation of fresh frozen products such as vegetables, fruits, herbs and ready-made (side) dishes. Strengths of the group are a family-centred framework with short decision-making processes, professional employees and a high-quality customer service and flexibility in a fast evolving market. It is in the group's DNA to keep investing in people, production technology and product innovation. Darta Group exports over 2.000 products to more than 70 countries. They currently employ approx. 1.000 people in 5 production plants in Belgium (HQ), the UK, Portugal and Italy. Recently the group has further expanded its European presence and footprint with the opening of a sixth plant in Spain (Castillia-La Mancha).

Darta Alentejo in Portugal was established in 1997 and currently employs approx. 270 people. The facility in the heart of Portugal's Alentejo region is a key player in Darta Group’s European manufacturing network and specialises in Mediterranean crops such as broccoli, peppers, tomatoes and strawberries. The Portuguese climate allows the group to grow beans, peas and courgettes at different times than in the Belgian growing process.

To further integrate, streamline and optimize Darta Group’s business operations on the Iberian Peninsula and provide crucial support to the Plant Managers in Portugal and Spain, we have a unique long-term opportunity available for an impactful :

Senior Manager Finance, HR & Business Support - Iberia

Operating from Alentejo, Portugal with regular travel to the plant in Spain

Mission

Reporting to the Group's Board of Directors you will play a central role in Darta's Iberian organization and strategy. You will ensure strong administrative, financial, HR and compliance processes across Portugal and Spain, while closely working together with the Plant Managers to improve efficiency and steer optimization initiatives on both sites. Key Responsibilities include :

• Comprehensive financial leadership, encompassing budgeting, forecasting, cost optimization and financial reporting for the Iberian region
• Coordination of HR strategies with local teams, ensuring compliance with Portuguese and Spanish labor law and fostering a strong people culture.
• Managing legal affairs, including contracts and regulatory adherence and overseeing risk management and subsidy applications.
• Driving the implementation and optimization of efficient business processes and IT systems (ERP), supporting the digitization of administrative workflows.
• Partnering with Plant Managers in both countries to analyze and improve processes and performance and implement cost saving initiatives.
• Providing analytical support and expertise in evaluating supply chain and logistics processes, including inventory management and supplier contracts.
• Developing and analyzing key performance indicators to drive productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Acting as a bridge for intercultural collaboration between the Portuguese and Spanish teams, ensuring a unified business approach and supporting management in internal communication and a corporate culture aligned with the Darta vision and strategy.

Profile

able to inspire, guide and develop teams while maintaining a pragmatic, hands-on approach.

Offer