Strong background in supply chain and procurement financial management
Proven experience as a financial business partner to operations leaders
Direct team leadership and management experience
Experience in asset-intensive or distributed operations businesses preferred
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Accounting; MBA or advanced finance certification preferred
Responsibilities
Own and drive operational planning and forecasting activities
Develop rigorous planning processes aligning operational strategy with financial targets
Build and maintain operational forecasting models considering key drivers
Provide forecast updates and variance analysis with performance visibility
Partner with Corporate Finance on consolidated forecasting and strategic planning
Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support operational strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Senior Financial Analysts
Benefits
Comprehensive P&L analysis and KPI tracking
Opportunities for career development and advancement
Support for professional certifications and education
Collaborative work environment with senior leadership
Access to advanced analytical tools and resources
Full Job Description
WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT
Own and drive operational planning and forecasting activities, including annual operating plans, rolling forecasts, and scenario modeling.
Develop rigorous planning processes that align operational strategy with financial targets and cash flow requirements.
Build and maintain operational forecasting models that account for key drivers: labor productivity, service mix, capacity utilization, supply chain costs, and margin dynamics. Support scenario planning and stress testing to evaluate business decisions, investment opportunities, and risk mitigation strategies.
Provide forecast updates and variance analysis, with clear visibility into performance drivers and course-correction opportunities.
Partner with Corporate Finance on consolidated forecasting and long-term strategic planning
Serve as the primary financial advisor and strategic business partner to Operations Executive Vice Presidents and divisional leaders.
Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support operational strategy, including service expansion, capacity planning, productivity initiatives, margin improvement programs, and organizational changes.
Provide monthly operational financial reviews with comprehensive P&L analysis, KPI tracking, variance drivers, and performance insights.
Identify operational trends, risks, opportunities, and early warning signals; translate findings into actionable financial and strategic recommendations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two Senior Financial Analysts, establishing clear expectations, career development, and advancement opportunities
Build analytical capabilities across the team: financial modeling, data analysis, supply chain finance, business communication, and strategic thinking
THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS
10+ years of experience in operations finance, supply chain finance, divisional finance, or business operations finance roles
Strong background in supply chain and procurement financial management, with demonstrated expertise in vendor management, logistics, procurement strategy, and cost optimization
Proven experience as a financial business partner to operations leaders or divisional management in complex, multi-unit operating environments
Proven track record of direct team leadership and management experience
Experience in service, logistics, maintenance, asset-intensive, or distributed operations businesses strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Accounting; MBA or advanced finance certification (CFA, FPAC) preferred