Senior Manager, Finance - Supply Chain
Oakleaf Partnership · Stamford, NY · 3 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a strategic and commercially minded Senior Manager, Finance - Supply Chain for a Manufacturing Consumer to serve as a key finance partner across Supply Chain, Distribution, Planning, Operations, and Procurement. This is a highly visible role that will help drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making across a complex global supply chain network.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Business Partnership – Serve as the lead finance partner to Supply Chain leadership; provide financial insight and recommendations that influence operational and strategic decisions; partner closely with sourcing, planning, logistics, and operations teams to evaluate end-to-end supply chain performance; support leadership in balancing cost, service, and growth objectives.
- Logistics & Distribution Finance – Lead forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analysis for transportation and distribution costs; monitor freight trends, carrier performance, and logistics spend; identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining service levels; drive initiatives focused on cost optimization and operational effectiveness.
- Trade, Tariff & Scenario Analysis – Assess the financial implications of global trade regulations and market shifts; develop models to evaluate freight fluctuations, tariff impacts, inventory strategies, demand changes, and capacity constraints; provide leadership with forward-looking analysis to support rapid and informed decision‑making.
- Business Intelligence & Performance Insights – Build and enhance reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics; partner with Data & Analytics teams to improve reporting automation and data quality; translate complex financial and operational data into clear business recommendations; support continuous improvement initiatives across finance and supply chain functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive finance experience with significant exposure to supply chain, logistics, distribution, operations finance, or related areas.
- Strong understanding of freight, inventory management, working capital, and supply chain economics.
- Experience supporting global or import-driven supply chain operations.
- Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence decision‑making across functions.
Qualifications
- Preferred: MBA, CPA, or other advanced professional qualification.
- Experience within consumer products, manufacturing, retail, or related industries.
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence and visualization tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast‑paced, complex operating environments.
Skills
- Thinks strategically but is comfortable rolling up your sleeves when needed.
- Uses data to tell compelling business stories and influence outcomes.
- Builds strong partnerships across finance and operational teams.
- Anticipates risks and opportunities before they emerge.
- Thrives in a collaborative, high‑growth environment where continuous improvement is valued.