Beate Sester
Global Finance Head of Drug Product Manufacturing Unit at Roche | Zurich, Switzerland
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Beate Sester currently serves as the Global Finance Head of the Drug Product Manufacturing Unit at Roche, where she plays a pivotal role in steering the financial strategy and operational excellence of one of the company's most critical manufacturing segments. In this capacity, Beate oversees a complex network of seven internal manufacturing sites and numerous external Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), managing a workforce of approximately 4,100 employees. Her leadership ensures the seamless integration of manufacturing processes, cost optimization, and robust financial planning to support Roche’s mission of delivering high-quality medicines worldwide.
With over two decades of experience across diverse industries—including healthcare, FMCG, chemicals, and machinery—Beate brings a comprehensive perspective to her role. Her expertise in manufacturing and supply chain process optimization, coupled with her strategic mindset and hands-on approach to implementation, enables her to drive impactful business process improvements and restructuring initiatives. Beate’s proficiency in P&L management, forecasting, and SAP-based financial systems underpins her ability to deliver accurate financial insights that inform decision-making at the executive level.
As a change agent and senior finance business partner, she actively collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiencies, streamline workflows, and foster staff development. Her focus on business strategy and process improvement ensures Roche’s manufacturing operations remain agile and resilient in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Beate’s leadership exemplifies a commitment to financial excellence, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth within Roche’s global drug manufacturing footprint.
Global Finance Head of Drug Product Manufacturing Unit at Roche in March 2018 to Present
Global Finance Head Small Moleculs Technical Operations at Roche in November 2017 to February 2018
Finance Director Operations EMEA, International Plant Controller at Zimmer Biomet in December 2005 to October 2017
Head of Controlling - Germany and Headquarter at Ritter Sport in June 2003 to November 2005
Head of Plant Controlling at Emtec in April 2001 to May 2003
Head of Plant Controlling & Cost Accounting at Hobart GmbH in July 1998 to March 2001
Senior Plant Controller at Hobart GmbH in March 1997 to June 1998
German Business Project Lead - Implementation of JBA software (ERP system) at Hobart GmbH in March 1996 to June 1997
Special Projects Controlling & Finance / Internal Talent Developmnt Program at Hobart GmbH in February 1992 to February 1996
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Technical University, Offenburg, Diploma - Technischer Diplombetriebswirt, November 1987 to November 1992
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Standard Costs
Forecasting
Cross-functional Team Leadership
SOX 404
Medical Devices
Analytical Skills
Budgeting
Team Building
Business Process Improvement
Change Management
Staff Development
Inventory Management
KPI Reports
P&L Management
Outsourcing
Problem Solving
U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
User Acceptance Testing
Variance Analysis
Acquisition Integration
Matrix Organization
Financial Reporting
SAP
Supply Chain Management
Management
Business Strategy
Financial Analysis
Financial Audits
Internal Controls
Accounting
Restructuring
Process Improve
Business Planning
Finance
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Email Beate Sester at [email protected] and [email protected]. This email is the most updated Beate Sester's email found in 2026.
How to contact Beate Sester?
To contact Beate Sester send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]. (updated on April 10, 2025)
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Beate Sester works for Roche
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Beate Sester is Global Finance Head of Drug Product Manufacturing Unit
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Beate Sester works in the Medical Devices industry.
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