Develop a deep understanding of material purchasing — how volume, inflation, and savings actions translate to financial results — and use that insight to influence business decisions.
Partner with Supply Management, Contract Manufacturing Organizations, and Finance teams to develop reporting and processes that manage both P&L and balance sheet impacts of material purchasing.
Operate independently as a seasoned individual contributor, using sound judgment to identify and implement solutions.
Prepare and present spending analyses, KPIs, manufacturing variance commentary, and forecasts to various levels of management.
Partner proactively with stakeholders to analyze trends and investigate anomalies in results.
Collaborate cross-functionally in developing the AOP and quarterly forecasts, ensuring cost-down targets and strategic initiatives are clearly understood and consistently applied.
Work with OUs and portfolios to increase visibility into material cost drivers and identify opportunities for savings.
Requirements
Requires mastery of a specialty area and full knowledge of industry practices, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
May have broad knowledge of project management.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong financial analysis and accounting skills.
Demonstrated success working in a matrixed organization; strong communication and presentation skills.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations and familiarity with cost accounting principles.
Experience with OneStream, SAP/3C, Business Objects, and other reporting systems.
Global experience in large, complex organizations.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities to develop actionable insights.
English fluency required; Spanish proficiency a plus.
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
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