Thomas Delmulle
Wortegem-Petegem
Profielschets
Seasoned Operational Controller and Project-driven Finance Leader with 15+ years of experience across FMCG, manufacturing, construction, and energy. Strong track record in greenfield plant start-ups, ERP (SAP S4) implementations, multi-plant financial management, and cross-functional leadership. Known for partnering closely with operations, engineering, and senior management to drive financial clarity, process harmonization, and strategic decision-making. International experience as an expat in Thailand.
Overzicht
10
10
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Werkervaring
Operational Controller
Lotus Bakeries Thailand
Chonburi
2024.05 - Current
- Financial lead for the start-up of a greenfield cookie & spread production site.
- Business responsible for ERP scoping and SAP S4 roll-out.
- Financial partner to Project & Engineering teams for the full investment program.
- Supported management with operational forecasts, financial reporting, and performance analysis.
- Built controlling processes from scratch in a new operational environment.
- Greenfield Project for Lotus in Asia-Pacific.
Operational Controlling Manager
Lotus Bakeries
Lembeke
2021.01 - 2024.04
- Owner of all financials for 4 production sites: Opex, Capex, budgeting, and monthly reporting.
- Team of 5 Plant Controllers.
- Harmonized financial procedures across plants; identified structural business opportunities.
- Yearly updated of the transfer pricing to reflect evolving business realities.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
Plant Controller
Interwaffles & Willems Biscuits
Coucelles and Eeklo
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Prepared monthly reporting packs for the 2 production plants.
- Managed yearly budgets and transfer price updates.
- Reviewed stock risks and identified operational risks/opportunities.
Financial Consultant
VT-invest
Aalter
2019.02 - 2019.11
- Supported construction companies Stabil and V-systems with financial analysis, project costing, and operational insights.
- Coordination of their activities in the the Netherlands and North of France.
- Project development of a new production site in Olsene.
Production & Product Manager
Danilith-Delmulle NV
Wortegem-Petegem
2015.08 - 2019.01
- Led a precast production site with 80 workers and 15 AutoCAD designers.
- Responsible for planning, HR coordination, project alignment, production automation, and product improvements.
- Established quality control processes, maintaining high standards of product excellence and reliability.
Project Manager
Danilith Delmulle NV
Tournai & Pottes
2014.05 - 2015.07
- Managed the construction of 2 residential care centres.
- Coordinated planning between production, subcontractors, and architects.
Inland Trader France
ExxonMobil
Brussels
2013.12 - 2014.04
- Trader for finished products from Esso refineries in Le Havre and Marseille.
- Supply & Trading
Logistics Coordinator BNL
ExxonMobil
Brussels
2013.01 - 2013.12
- Supply planner for refineries and depots; operational contact for external partners.
- Supply & Trading
- Coordinated international shipments, liaising with shipping companies and customs to facilitate smooth transit.
Pricing Analyst
Esso France
Brussels & Paris
2011.01 - 2012.12
- Set fuel prices for French Esso stations; developed strategic pricing responses.
- Implemented new pricing tactics into automated systems.
Commercial Controller
Esso
Breda
2009.09 - 2010.12
- Business analyst for Esso retail shops.
- Led shift from margin-based to competitive pricing mechanisms.
Opleidingen
Master - Business Engineering, Banking and Finance
KU Leuven
Leuven 2005.09 - 2008.07
Candidate - Business Engineering
KU Leuven
2003.09 - 2005.07
Secondary education - Science-Mathematics
Heilg-Hart College
Waregem 1997.09 - 2003.07
Tijdlijn
Operational Controller
Lotus Bakeries Thailand
2024.05 - Current
Operational Controlling Manager
Lotus Bakeries
2021.01 - 2024.04
Plant Controller
Interwaffles & Willems Biscuits
2020.01 - 2021.01
Financial Consultant
VT-invest
2019.02 - 2019.11
Production & Product Manager
Danilith-Delmulle NV
2015.08 - 2019.01
Project Manager
Danilith Delmulle NV
2014.05 - 2015.07
Inland Trader France
ExxonMobil
2013.12 - 2014.04
Logistics Coordinator BNL
ExxonMobil
2013.01 - 2013.12
Pricing Analyst
Esso France
2011.01 - 2012.12
Commercial Controller
Esso
2009.09 - 2010.12
Master - Business Engineering, Banking and Finance
KU Leuven
2005.09 - 2008.07
Candidate - Business Engineering
KU Leuven
2003.09 - 2005.07
Secondary education - Science-Mathematics
Heilg-Hart College
1997.09 - 2003.07