Value Realization Manager

About the role

SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company, is looking for a Value Realization Manager in Madrid. The role ensures that finance transformation investments deliver measurable and sustainable business value. It sets up and governs the Benefits Realization Framework, validates business cases and benefit assumptions, tracks financial and non-financial outcomes and reports transparently on value delivery across the Finance portfolio. The manager works with Business Sponsors, Regional CFOs, Global Process Owners, FSSC Leaders, IT and Project Managers.

Key responsibilities

• Own end-to-end value realization across Finance transformation initiatives, defining benefit governance and validating business cases and benefit assumptions.
• Monitor realization performance and drive value recovery actions so that approved benefits are realized and sustained.
• Track financial and non-financial outcomes and provide transparent reporting on value delivery across Finance programs.
• Act as the custodian of value realization across Finance initiatives, ensuring benefits stay aligned with strategic objectives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in Finance Transformation, PMO, Portfolio Management, Continuous Improvement, Business Performance or Strategy Execution.
• Experience managing business cases, benefits tracking, financial analysis and value realization activities.
• Experience with large transformation programs, ERP implementations, shared services or operating model transformations.
• Exposure to Oracle, SAP, Digital Transformation, Automation, AI or Process Excellence initiatives is highly desirable.
• PMP or other relevant certifications, Lean Six Sigma, Management Accounting or Finance, and Benefits Realization or Portfolio Management certifications are preferred.
• Some international travel required; CVs must be submitted in English.