Finance Manager, Supply Chain and logistics Americas

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for an Finance Manager (Supply Chain & Logistics) to join us at our facility in Glen Mills, PA.

SUMMARY:

The Finance Manager, Supply Chain and logistics Americas will be responsible for consolidation, coordination, and strategy setting for all Supply Chain / Logistics financial analysis for the Americas region. The position will interface with all levels within Supply Chain, Operations, Finance and Business Teams providing management with the necessary data, analysis and insight to support decision making (operating, accounting and business decisions). The Finance Manager, will report directly to the Global Finance Director, COE.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the detailed financial planning, reporting, and analysis of logistics and supply chain costs for United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil providing in-depth analysis to senior management.

• Lead the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes for our supply chain and logistics costs, including consolidation of all submissions from business segments.

• Partner with regional supply chain teams to provide pertinent data and insights to establish operational and financial goal alignment and drive towards results.

• Work with supply chain and logistics teams to analyze and forecast inventory and understand its impact on working capital and cash flow.

• Drive and track cost savings projects.

• Drive process improvement and development policies for internal management reporting

• Project-related planning, project management, financial modeling and analysis.

Key requirements:

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting and corporate finance

• Exceptional financial acumen including strong analytical, financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills

• A proven track record as an effective business partner with a strong internal customer service focus

• Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex concepts in a clear and concise manner to all levels of the organization

• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Experience with SAP and business intelligence / data visualization tools (SAP Business Warehouse, SAP Business Objects, Tableau and / or Microsoft Power BI)

• Fluent in English, any other regional languages would be considered a plus.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years of work experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, business analysis, investment banking, consulting, or accounting

• Experience working for a leading global manufacturing business, in a public company or private equity backed company environment

• Degree(s): Bachelor’s degree from a leading institution in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or similar quantitative discipline

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. 

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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