Lorenzo Bottarlini
Summary
Junior Controller with over 3 years of experience in industrial and commercial environments. Proven ability to support budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis through accurate reporting and strong data handling. Skilled in Excel (advanced), Power BI, and cross-department collaboration with sales, IT, logistics, finance and production. Background in statistics and business analytics with hands-on exposure to inventory valuation, cost tracking, and support to financial decision-making. Native Italian, fluent in English and Spanish, based in Barcelona.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Controller – Market & Operations
RMB S.p.A.
01.2022 - Current
- Supported budgeting and forecast processes by estimating inventory value and available material volumes.
- Developed monthly reports to monitor margins, stock fluctuations, and sales performance.
- Tracked actual vs forecast data, highlighting cost variances and operational inefficiencies.
- Built dashboards in Excel and Power BI for senior management to guide decision-making.
- Interfaced with sales, production, finance and logistics teams to align cost tracking with business planning.
- Contributed to hedging strategy through market price monitoring (LME) and risk coverage reports.
- Supported management in reviewing supplier pricing strategies and financial impacts on cost of goods sold (COGS).
- Provided reporting and analysis to assist with analytical accounting activities, such as margin by product, monthly cost estimation, and financial performance by area.
Sales & Commercial Analyst
RMB S.p.A.
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored contract performance and supplier adjustments, ensuring commercial data accuracy.
- Created financial and operational reports in Excel to support internal KPI tracking.
- Coordinated data between sales and logistics departments to ensure accurate invoicing and forecasting.
Production & Quality Assistant
RMB S.p.A.
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Collected and analyzed production data to track material transformation and stock levels.
- Identified inefficiencies in plant processes and contributed to reporting improvements.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for potential enhancements in the manufacturing process.
- Kept abreast of industry best practices regarding quality assurance methodologies, incorporating innovative techniques when applicable to improve overall effectiveness within the role.
Accounting & Admin Assistant
Equogas S.r.l.
12.2018 - 05.2020
- Processed invoices and delivery documents using ERP systems (JDE, XP).
- Coordinated inventory and commercial operations, ensuring consistent data flow.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
Sales Back Office Assistant
Equogas S.r.l.
12.2018 - 05.2020
- Supported sales operations by preparing quotations, commercial offers, and managing order entries into company systems (XP and JDE).
- Provided after-sales support and customer service, acting as a point of contact for clients throughout the sales process.
- Organized and coordinated promotional activities and sales campaigns in collaboration with the sales team.
- Handled wholesale and retail sales, both in-person and via direct channels, focusing on client retention and satisfaction.
- Played a key role in managing order processing, fulfillment, and customer relationship management.
Finance Assistant (Internship)
Centro Gamma Termosanitaria S.p.A.
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted with general accounting tasks, including data entry and document verification for both sales and purchase invoices.
- Supported the finance team in cash flow monitoring and reconciliation of financial records.
- Helped in the preparation and review of payroll documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Big Data
University Mercatorum
Rome, Italy05-2025
High School Diploma -
I.T.C.G. Bazoli Polo
Desenzano Del Garda, Italy07-2018
Skills
- Financial and cost reporting
- Budgeting & variance analysis
- Inventory valuation and material tracking
- Excel (advanced: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, dynamic formulas)
- Power BI (basic dashboards)
- Forecasting and KPI monitoring
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Market data interpretation (LME)
- ERP knowledge: XP, JDE (user level)
- Data Accuracy & Quality Assurance
- Business Operations & Process Optimization
- SQL (basic), Python (basic), Data Visualization
- Effective communication with technical and business teams
- Time management and attention to detail
Certification
- Power BI – Beginner Level (40-hour internal training)
RMB S.p.A. – Internal Corporate Course, Completed 2024 - Excel – Intermediate Level (40-hour internal training)
RMB S.p.A. – Internal Corporate Course, Completed 2024 - European Waste Management Regulations – Awareness Course (16 hours)
RMB S.p.A. – Internal Corporate Course, Completed 2023 - Workplace Safety and Risk Prevention (24 hours)
RMB S.p.A. – Internal Corporate Course, Completed 2022 - IELTS B2 – English Language Certification (in progress)
Wall Street English / Language School – Expected Summer 2025
Additional Information
- Currently relocating to Barcelona (residence already secured)
- Strong interest in financial control, industrial reporting, and process optimization
- Strong adaptability and experience working in cross-functional teams
- Familiar with industrial and operational environments
- Native Italian speaker; fluent in English; learning Spanish
- Open to international and multicultural work contexts
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Hobbies
Passionate about sport and personal well-being, regularly trains in the gym and runs. Interested in fashion, modern art and cultural experiences. Soccer enthusiast and avid traveler who enjoys exploring new places and perspectives. Motivated by continuous learning and self-improvement, with a strong interest in acquiring new skills.
Timeline
Junior Controller – Market & Operations
RMB S.p.A.
01.2022 - Current
Sales & Commercial Analyst
RMB S.p.A.
02.2021 - 12.2021
Production & Quality Assistant
RMB S.p.A.
06.2020 - 02.2021
Accounting & Admin Assistant
Equogas S.r.l.
12.2018 - 05.2020
Sales Back Office Assistant
Equogas S.r.l.
12.2018 - 05.2020
Finance Assistant (Internship)
Centro Gamma Termosanitaria S.p.A.
04.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Big Data
University Mercatorum
High School Diploma -
I.T.C.G. Bazoli Polo