About the Position
Continental Mills is looking for a Manager of Supply Chain Finance to support senior leadership and the overall business with high level financial planning and analysis. The principal objective of the position is to help ensure company resources are used effectively and efficiently by providing sound guidance and tools that guide better management decisions. This position requires an individual who is well-versed in the use of financial analysis tools and techniques, and is knowledgeable about the company and its industry. Because of the knowledge and skill level required for the position, team members in the position are expected to work with minimal supervision, receiving general, as opposed to specific direction as well as provide direction to others.
Essential Functions: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
- Corporate Operations Support: provide financial analysis support to the corporate operations team. This includes but is not limited to, the SVP Manufacturing, VP Manufacturing, VP Supply Chain Procurement and their teams.
- Procurement, Distribution, & Contract Manufacturing (CoMan) Support: Responsible for providing support to the Procurement, Distribution, and CoMan teams in developing the annual budget, strategic financial plans, monthly forecasts and variance analysis. The Manager will have direct/day today responsibility for supporting the Procurement Team, and lead/manage a Sr Financial Analyst supporting the Logistics and Coman Teams.
- Product Costing: Manage the Continental Mills’ costing processes and systems. This will include the management of our new products cost projections, standard cost maintenance (finished goods, raw material, packaging & intermediates), and month end processes. In additional this position will be responsible for managing cost analyst roles.
- Cost Reduction Process: As a Finance Manager, this person will support Continental Mills’ cost reduction process across the organization. Analysis, tracking, reporting and providing coordination and insight of cost reduction projects.
- Financial & Performance Analysis: Analyze the performance of CM departments and businesses and provide recommendations so that management can effectively respond to problems and exploit new opportunities. Assist managers in the analysis of opportunities, processes, projects and systems which may have a financial impact on the company. Where required, assist in project implementation. Conduct benchmarking studies and analyses comparing Continental Mills to other companies in the industry. Develop and implement financial and operational reporting to monitor and evaluate performance and ensure managers have the information they need to manage their operations.
- Analytic Systems: Support and develop analysis and reporting systems to be used to analyze financial and operational performance.
- Financial Support: Act as a financial liaison to managers at all levels of the company, providing analytical and planning support, and increasing their knowledge about the financial aspects of our business.
- Investment Analysis: Conduct financial analyses of proposed investments to ensure the company is making the best use of its capital, and that the proposed expenditures are consistent with company plans.
Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals qualified with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Advanced skills in financial planning and analysis techniques and their application
- Strong computer skills: including MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-Access, Hyperion/Oracle Essbase, ERP Systems.
- Knowledgeable about Continental Mills and its industry
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good interpersonal skills, able to deal with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Good communication skills, both oral and written. Able to communicate complex ideas in a way that is easy to understand.
- Creative and flexible with the ability to take a leadership role.
- Demonstrates initiative, a Can-Do attitude.
- Has a consultant’s perspective
- Team player
Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related area. Master’s in Business Administration (M.B.A.) preferred. Or, equivalent experience/training.
- Seven plus (7+) years of financial planning and analysis experience in a manufacturing industry.
The policy of Continental Mills, Inc. is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
Benefits:
- 401(k) Matching
- Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance and Medical Insurance (starting at $45/month for employee only coverage)
- Company provided life insurance and disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- 3 weeks of PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
About Continental Mills:
Since 1932, we've been making a wide variety of quality products that are easy to make at home. Based in Seattle, Washington, we grew up with the pioneering spirit of our Northwest heritage. That taste for adventure has helped us bring many exciting, innovative products to market worldwide. Our brand names have grown to signify an uncompromising commitment to excellence. We were honored to recently be named one of Washington's Best Places to Work for the third year in a row!
Our Culture
We always put people first. We truly value our employees, our customers, and our community. We're fiercely proud of who we are and what we do. We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion and the unique experiences that each person adds to our positive culture. We do the right thing and treat everyone with dignity and respect, without compromise.
Quality Products, Quality People
We have a passion for quality, making amazing Krusteaz baking and pancake mixes, WildRoots snacks, Alpine Cider drink mixes and more! You and your family will love the variety of products and flavors that can be found through Retail grocery stores, Food Service products sold through restaurants, hospitals and schools, and Club store channels throughout the United States.
We hope you'll take the time to get to know us!