Vice President Global Finance - Operations and Supply Chain

• Global Finance Leader reporting to CFO of a $10B Global Manufacturing Leader
• Leading Finance Transformation Across Global Operations

About Our Client

Our client for the Vice President Global Finance - Operations and Supply Chain opportunity is a global leading manufacturing and technology company. This global manufacturing and technology leader serves a wide range of industries including, but not limited to automotive, chemicals, mining, food and beverage, aerospace, oil and gas, power generation, semiconductors and many more.

The Vice President Global Finance - Operations and Supply Chain will be a key member of the executive leadership team in the global operations team. This person will report to the Chief Financial Officer directly, and work as a strategic business partner to the Chief Operating Officer. The VP Global Finance will develop and execute on strategic plans aligned with the organization's global objectives. This person will have a team of 40-50 people globally.

Job Description

The Vice President Global Finance - Operations and Supply Chain will be a key member of the executive leadership team in the global operations team. This person will report to the Chief Financial Officer directly, and work as a strategic business partner to the Chief Operating Officer. The VP Global Finance will develop and execute on strategic plans aligned with the organization's global objectives. This person will have a team of 40-50 people globally.

• Partner with the COO and executive leadership on strategic plans short and long term that support growth, profitability, and operational effectiveness
• Lead global financial strategy to achieve annual financial goals across manufacturing, supply chain and procurement
• Responsible for all budgeting, forecasting, annual operating plan, and financial planning as it related to the operations and supply chain organization globally
• Provide recommendations to the COO and executive leadership team based on actionable financial insights
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reports - monthly, quarterly, and annually
• In charge of all financial audit issues internal and external, and finding and mediating financial risks
• Ensure compliance and financial integrity and alignment with regulatory requirements
• Partner with COO and other cross functional leaders across procurement, supply chain, operations and manufacturing to enhance and improve on time delivery, quality, navigating a complex supply chain and supplier network
• Provide strong mentoring and development of direct team members investing in their growth and development
• Improve cost and financial performance while also looking at strategic investments aligned with the corporate strategy
• Build and lead a high-performing global finance organization
• Drive cost efficiency across logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing operations
• Partner with Supply Chain on S&OP, inventory optimization, and network footprint decisions
• Support AI and digital transformation efforts and implementation

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics or similar required
• MBA and/or CPA/CMA highly preferred
• Minimum 15 years of experience in FP&A, Manufacturing Finance, Controllership related roles supporting operations and supply chain
• Minimum 3 years of experience is a Sr. Financial Leadership position leading a global team
• Prior experience in public accounting highly preferred - Big 4
• Ability and proven track record working with various departments - sales, finance, accounting, HR, engineering, manufacturing, etc.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing operational improvements to increase revenues, decrease costs and improve cash flow
• Must have prior experience working for a global publicly traded organization
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and products, business intelligence systems
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with large ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, etc.
• SAP, HFM experience highly preferred
• Strong with US GAAP and SOX
• Business minded and strong team player mentality
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• M&A experience preferred

What’s on Offer

Competitive base salary $325,000 - $375,000 depending on experience, annual bonus, long term incentive, full benefits, 401K, vacation, holidays. Being a part of a global manufacturing leader that has an exceptional company culture and reputation.

Contact

John Wu

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