Director, Finance Operations & Supply Chain

Job Description

Title: Director, Finance Operations & Supply Chain

Id: 21037

Type: FullTime

Location: Bolton, ON

At Husky TechnologiesTM, our success is based on your success. Our ability to keep our customers in the lead is based on building the strongest team possible.

Husky TechnologiesTM has a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships and a unique culture and values. We are dedicated to offering our customers the highest quality products and services and are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy. We are a leader in developing state-of-the-art technology and it is this technology base that uniquely positions us to serve customers who seek differentiation through solutions that provide speed, flexibility and maximum productivity. This capability is at the core of our mission and competitive strategy.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.

Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!

Husky Technologies is a global leader in Injection Molding Manufacturing, committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers. Based in Bolton, Canada, we are seeking a Finance Director to join our dynamic team. This role will play a crucial part in providing financial leadership for our Operations and Supply Chain divisions, working closely with various functions including Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Quality, and Central Operational Support.

You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all financial aspects of our Operations & Supply Chain, ensuring that financial goals are met and that financial strategies align with the company's broader objectives. Reporting to the VP Finance, FP&A, you will serve as the right-hand finance partner to the Chief Operating Officer. This role will be based in Bolton, Canada. With five direct reports and a team of ~10 individuals based in Bolton and Luxembourg, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's financial performance.

Key Accountabilities

• Financial Planning and Analysis:
• Develop and manage the annual budget for the Operations and Supply Chain divisions.
• Provide financial guidance and insights to support decision-making processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide monthly financial reports to the executive team.
• Lead the review and analysis of month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Identify and analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast, insights into the drives for variances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the underlying factors contributing to financial performance.
• Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities, making recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Work closely with the executive team to refine financial strategies based on month-end and year-end insights.
• Cost Management:
• Transform current costing and methodology standards to improve transparency to product margins, life cycle costing and governance.
• Data and process design- Defining costing rules, master data requirements, controls, reporting definitions, and system-enabled workflows.
• Transformation accountability- Owning roadmap, requirements, testing, change management, adoption, and benefits realization.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain leaders to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost control measures across various aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, logistics, warehousing, and production.
• Develop and monitor cost reduction initiatives and targets, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals.
• Monitor and report on key cost-related performance indicators to the executive team, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Strategic Planning:
• Work closely with the Leadership team to develop long-term financial strategies for the Operation and Supply Chain divisions.
• Transformation accountability- Owning roadmap, requirements, testing, change management, adoption, and benefits realization.
• Assess financial impacts of potential investments in supply chain infrastructure, technology, and capabilities to improve cost and lead time.
• Cross Functional Leadership:
• Ability to lead Finance, Operations, IT, Service, Commercial, and regional teams through process/system change..
• Inventory Management:
• Collaborate with Supply Chain leaders to establish appropriate inventory targets, and improve inventory forecasting.
• Analyze the financial impact of inventory-related decisions and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Financial Support CAPEX (Capital Expenditures):
• Collaborate with the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) team to assess the financial feasibility and impact of proposed capital projects within the Supply Chain division.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis and risk assessments for CAPEX investments, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals and strategies.
• Assist in the preparation of CAPEX budgets, forecasts, and business cases.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to guide decision-making on CAPEX projects, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and optimal return on investment (ROI).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior finance role within a supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Systems / ERP capability
• Hands-on or leadership experience with ERP costing modules, project accounting, service costing, data structures, integrations, and reporting architecture.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functional teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.

Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

No agency or telephone inquiries please.

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