Our client is one of the leaders in the field of proprietary hydration solutions and innovative electrolyte drink mixes in the US and is seeking their first ever Senior Finance Manager (Supply Chain) to join their team.
This globally recognized brand is offering a flexible schedule, great work-life balance (flex fridays, wellness perks, etc.
and a fast internal growth trajectory.
What you’ll be doing :
- Oversee inventory adjustments, including write-offs, and ensure compliance with our control framework.
- Partner with the Operations team to monitor Slow Moving and Obsolete Inventory (SLOB) and recommend actions to minimize business waste.
- Analyze consumption and purchase price variances, and conduct expected vs. actual costing analysis by SKU to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Lead Transfer Price reconciliations, ensuring accurate allocation and reporting of costs.
- Conduct gross margin variance analysis to identify key drivers impacting profitability and recommend corrective actions.
- Drive value creation initiatives within the supply chain, including sourcing optimization, cost reduction strategies, and savings monitoring.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, and Finance teams to implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Mentor and develop a team of finance professionals to enhance their skills and capabilities in supply chain finance.
- Review inventory reconciliations between our ERP system and third-party Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to ensure accuracy and alignment.
What you’ll need :
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, supply chain management or related field. MBA or advanced degree is a plus, but not required.
- Minimum of 7-9 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a supply chain finance related role.
- Strong understanding of inventory management, cost accounting principles, and supply chain operations.
- Experience in reviewing and analyzing inventory data, including reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Microsoft D365) and MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and value creation.
- Proven leadership abilities with experience managing and developing a team.
- Ability to stand on their own feet, highly detail oriented, critical thinker, and loves handling large data sets.
What’s in it for you :
- Ability to work directly with executive leadership and obtain great mentorship, growth and exposure to the industry in which the company operates in.
- Wellness perks, YE discretionary bonus, 401k match (immediate vesting), tuition reimbursement, 100% paid medical, paid parental leave, and a generous PTO policy.
- Hybrid work environment 1 to 2 days in office
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
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