Finance Manager - Global Supply Chain and Procurement

Apotex

$95K — $133K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar field.
  • Professional designation (CPA) or equivalent experience and education.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a regulated industry or Consumer Packaged Goods (pharmaceutical preferred).
  • High proficiency in SAP and MS Office; knowledge of digital tools like Alteryx and Qlik Sense is beneficial.
  • Superior analytical skills and ability to communicate financial concepts effectively to all levels.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees financial performance, budgeting, and forecasting for procurement and supply chain operations.
  • Leads monthly financial performance reviews and quarterly forecasting processes.
  • Collaborates with business teams to identify and track financial savings, promoting a culture of cost improvement.
  • Acts as finance lead for global inventory, handling reconciliations and risk assessments efficiently.
  • Reports on Purchase Price Variances while analyzing inflation and productivity for the Procurement team.
  • Implements process improvements to optimize operating expenses aligning with financial goals.
  • Builds trust-based relationships through open communication and personal development feedback.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including retirement pension plan.
  • Bonus programs based on performance and position.
  • Emphasis on personal and professional development opportunities.
  • Participation in a pay-for-performance philosophy.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Finance Manager, Global Supply Chain & Procurement will provide financial leadership in meeting organizational plans and cost optimization initiatives. This position demands a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical ability with excellent verbal and written communication skills partnering with functional departments. Working in an agile culture with opportunities for mentorship, coaching and frequent development reviews.

Job Responsibilities

  • Oversees financial performance and budgeting and forecasting process for procurement, supply chain, including distribution and freight. Spearhead development opportunities and risk assessments.
  • Lead monthly financial performance review and quarterly forecast process.
  • In collaboration with Business teams support the ideation, validation and tracking of financial savings and foster a culture of cost improvements.
  • Finance lead for Apotex Global Inventory, including monthly reconciliations, risk assessments and provision process. Contribute to periodic reviews and target-setting and work closely with stakeholders to review inventory levels and identify potential risk of write-off.
  • Own and report on Purchase Price Variances across the network, provide insightful analysis and track inflation and productivity for the Procurement team and support annual standard setting process.
  • Initiate process improvements and implement strategies to optimize operating expenses ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals and long-term vision.
  • Utilize open, honest, two-way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees and business partners while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
  • Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
  • Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Integrity, Courage, Teamwork, and Innovation.
  • Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
  • All other relevant duties as assigned.


Job Requirements

  • Education
    • University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar.
    • Professional designation (CPA) or an equivalent combination of related experience and education.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior analytical and communication skills, ability to articulate financial concepts to leadership at all levels.
    • Demonstrated ability to analyse and manage complex data, leveraging data consolidation platforms (power BI, Alteryx) and translate insights into action and recommendations.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player. Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, across the network and within functions.
    • High level of agility and operational discipline. The individual needs to be able to work in a fast paced and changing an environment.
    • Exhibited business acumen in understanding cross-functional processes, requirements, and relevant information flows, translating gaps into solutions.
    • Highly proficient in SAP and MS Office applications. Knowledge of digitalization tools (Alteryx, OneStream, Qlik Sense, etc.) is desirable.
  • Ability to appreciate differing backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and to foster genuine consensus among groups from diverse backgrounds, companies, and functions.
  • Self-motivated who can drive for results.
  • Experience
    • Minimum 5 years working experience in a regulated industry or CPG (pharmaceutical desirable).

The hiring range for this position is $95,594.40 - $133,832.16 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

Apotex will use artificial intelligence to screen, select and/or assess your application for this job.

This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.

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