Tooling Controller

Company: EDAG, Inc.
Location: Vance
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Who we are: EDAG Inc. is a globally leading, independent engineering services provider that combines excellent engineering with the latest technology trends. We are the experts in the all-round development of complete vehicles and smart factories. Our interdisciplinary expertise in the areas of software and digitalization means that we have the crucial skills to actively shape dynamic transformation processes as an innovative partner. Development with passion. That's us. With an interdisciplinary team of around 9,000 experts, EDAG develops unique mobility and industrial solutions for customers that include the world's leading automotive and non-automotive companies. This is how you will grow: This role controls all tooling budgets, product costs and coordinates proper reporting. Responsible for coordinating tooling projects across multiple Finance and Controlling areas and departments, as well as conducting tooling audits at supplier locations. Conduct tool controlling for new carlines as well as current running series. Control all tooling budgets (Plan vs. Actual) for all carline phases including Project, Facelift, Model Year, Running Changes and Capacity Increase in alignment with the model-year coordinator, purchasing department and suppliers. Manage financial transactions including generating goods receipts for completed tooling and creating monthly tooling accruals. Manage interfaces on tooling plan figures and actively drive the close-out of appropriate budgets. Responsible for aligning with respective departments, verifying and processing purchase requisitions, and performing audits at supplier locations to verify location and tooling condition. Provide month end analysis for tooling including the balance of payments log with cleared invoice report, tooling changes and/or additional accruals, cash out plan for future payments, and other analysis as required for previous tooling payments or reporting. Lead the consolidation of tooling invoices. Responsible for consolidating purchase orders, reviewing/approving the Tool Information Sheet, confirming when tool location has been updated, approving Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) status or special payments, and verifying other items as required by the Terms and Conditions. Analyze tooling costs and ensure efficiency in collaboration with respective departments. Evaluate supplier processes and present countermeasures as needed to ensure cost are optimal. Act as the internal consultant for tool controlling topics for business partners locally and internationally. Requirements: This is how you will take us forward: Ability to challenge ideas while maintaining the respect and confidence of colleagues, orchestrate and lead projects and to organize and lead meetings to next steps and conclusion. Ability to communicate and network well at all levels in support of functional area goals, while adhering to financial standards and cost targets. Strong planning/budgeting skills. Basic understanding of the German language helpful. Proficient with Dashboard Software (Power-BI, Qlick, Tableau) and Finance-related IT systems (SAP, TM1) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong analytical skills, particularly in financial analysis Ability to handle pressure and perform multiple tasks at the same time Willingnness to learn and independently pioneer and solve problems Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Products

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