Supply Chain Finance Manager

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Job description

About O-I

Company Description

Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne, a cold beer after a hard day's work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench the thirst, well it was probably made by us, we are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world.

O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world's best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Job Description

This position is accountable for delivered gross margin improvement through optimization of the Supply Chain network. This role will be expected to gain a deep understanding of Supply Chain cost drivers and the development and implementation of analytical tools and best practices in forecasting, analyzing and explaining our costs and opportunities.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of our Supply Chain network and costs in Americas North, including redeployment, delivery to customers, warehousing, returnable packaging and imports/exports
• Work with the Supply Chain and Finance teams to build effective tools to help analyze, forecast/budget and explain costs
• Work with the Sales and Finance teams to gain an understanding of customer and contractual requirements related to delivery, warehousing and inventory requirements to help with future contract negotiations impacts
• Work with the Procurement and Finance teams to help develop a better understanding of inflation and cost pressures on our Supply Chain network
• Partner closely with Director of Supply Chain to support ad-hoc analysis, forecasting and overall understanding of cost structure and impacts of inflation
• Work with global Finance and Procurement on inflation and TSC reporting
• Develop in-depth recommendations to reduce costs and better optimize our network
• Help with analysis and business cases related to the financial impact of changing inco-terms, new supply locations, and new contract deals
• Key contributor to the forecasting/budgeting process for Supply Chain network costs
• Helps to evaluate potential import/export opportunities and financial impact
• Supports Supply Chain and Finance in forecasting and optimizing inventory levels within the region by Category
• Presents to senior regional leadership on Supply Chain initiatives and recommendations
  

What We Offer At O-I

• Opportunity for future growth and advancement
• Generous, Award-winning 401(k) plan w/ employer contribution & match
• Half Day Fridays
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relaxed and contemporary dress code
• Education Assistance program
• Adoption Assistance program
• and much more…
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain or Business Administration
• Advanced degree in Finance, Statistics or Business highly desirable
• Relevant experience as a member of business teams with proven ability to successfully interact with high levels of the organization
• Proven track record with 5-10 years of relevant experience in business analysis, finance or product management
• Very strong analytical skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills with experience working with and presenting to leadership
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
• Knowledge of operations or supply chain (e.g. experience as a former plant controller or working in supply chain role)
• Experience leading critical supply chain projects or building business cases for improved financial results a plus
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple levels in the organization
  

Next Steps

If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we'd like to hear from you.

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.