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Manager Financial Planning & Analysis - Global Operations and Supply Chain

Valmont Industries, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Manage FP&A for global operations and supply chain, driving analytics & financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • data analytics
  • dashboard automation
  • performance metrics
  • roi modeling
  • forecast accuracy
  • inventory analytics

Tasks

-Operations Financial Leadership: Support the execution of the global operations finance strategy through data analytics and performance tracking. Specifically: -Identify opportunities to automate recurring analysis and streamline reporting cycles -Maintain strong data governance and ensure compliance with internal controls -Translate large datasets into business insights and actionable recommendations -Contribute ideas and tools that automate or improve the quality of operations finance processes -Contribute to the development of a data-driven culture within the global finance team -Build and maintain automated dashboards and reporting packages using Databricks Power BI, and OneStream -Build dashboards to track progress of sourcing cost savings and direct material trends -Track performance metrics including inventory turns, COGS, and logistics costs -Manages capital project ROI modeling and payback period analyses -Prepare reports on space utilization and fixed cost leverage metrics -Prepare forecast accuracy analyses and help improve planning accuracy -Support monthly close, variance analysis, and rolling forecast processes -Manages projects to reduce inventory and costs on a select basis -Track overhead trends and benchmark against volume and throughput -Provide inventory analytics to support reduction strategies and supplier performance reviews. -Support operations finance projects with deep-dive financial and operational analytics -Analyze lead times, ERP planning data, and production scheduling impacts on costs and service -Partner with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams to align data and KPIs -Support SOX documentation, audit requirements, and policy adherence related to operational finance -Assist in the creation of budget and forecast templates tied to operational KPIs -Manage through influence – work closely with business analysts and stakeholders across departments -Act as a data resource to other finance and operations leaders, enabling fact-based decisions

Requirements

  • power bi
  • excel
  • cpa
  • mba
  • onestream
  • machine learning

What You Bring

-Desire and ability to take ownership of tasks and work autonomously while part of a matrixed team -Executive Presence: demonstrated experience collaborating with and making presentations and recommendations to C-level executives -Strong organizational skills: history of balancing competing priorities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines. -High level judgment and decision-making skills -Technical curiosity: experience in data analytics and presentation tools; ability to remain current on analysis tools and trends to drive competitive advantage. -5+ years in a financial or cost accounting role supporting Operations in a multi plant environment. Exposure to both repetitive and job cost environment. Preferably in a global business environment -Influence: Self-motivated with an ability to motivate other employees into action; able to collaborate and influence across all levels of an organization -Creative “out of the box” thinker who can translate strategies into concrete tactical plans -Advanced experience with Power BI and/or other Power Platform or analytical tools -An MBA and/or advanced analytics degree -Strong project management skills with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects -Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Databricks and Power BI -Experience in manufacturing, infrastructure and/or supply chain industries -Proficiency in OneStream/Hyperion/HFM tools -Working knowledge of valuation and project evaluation techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, internal rate of return, net present value, return on invested capital, and weighted average cost of capital -Experience building or leveraging machine learning models or use of artificial intelligence analysis -Experience supporting global, matrixed organization -Refined budgeting skills – ability to create detailed files and then summarize that data so it can be presented -Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent -Advanced financial modeling skills: demonstrated ability to create pro forma or forecasted Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Statements -This role requires up to 25% travel internationally and domestically. -Ability to successfully navigate, prioritize and solve problems in ambiguous circumstances -Understanding of macroeconomics factors: how foreign currency and commodities (steel, zinc, etc.) impact financial performance and ability to incorporate this understanding into financial modeling -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

-Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more -Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year -401k retirement plan with company match -Paid time off -Employer paid life insurance -Work Life Support -Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) -Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

The Company

About Valmont Industries, Inc.

-From a small manufacturer to a global leader in infrastructure and agricultural solutions. -Designs and manufactures products for utility, communications, transportation, and irrigation industries. -Provides cutting-edge solutions for water resource management, including center pivots and drip irrigation systems. -Products serve diverse sectors like energy, agriculture, industrial infrastructure, and water resources. -A key partner for large-scale infrastructure projects due to its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities. -Long history of providing custom-designed products, such as utility poles, towers, and solar energy solutions. -A major player in solar energy infrastructure, offering support structures for solar power plants worldwide. -Center-pivot irrigation systems revolutionized farming efficiency and are now a standard in agricultural technology. -Innovative and adaptive, continually meeting the evolving needs of its diverse customer base with advanced, sustainable solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Agriculture

Irrigation

Utility

Lighting and Transportation

Telecom

Solar

Coatings

Ag Tech

Infrastructure

Energy

Communication

Transportation

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Government

Utilities

Wind

Nuclear