Manager Financial Planning & Analysis, Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Payband: 90,000 to 115,000

Purpose

This is a Finance management position primarily responsible for planning and forecasting pieces, sales and margin, analyzing profitability drivers, and identifying profit improvement opportunities for the Region. They work closely with the Regional Controller and report directly to the VP Finance & CFO.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range financial planning, and financial modeling to support revenue growth, cost management, margin improvement, and profitability objectives.
• Partner with commercial, operational, inventory control, and merchandising teams to provide financial insights, production and LPO analysis, cost drivers, inventory movement reporting, FIFO compliance, rake utilization, cut code analysis, and raw material inventory management, including outside storage.
• Analyze weekly and monthly Production Income (PI) performance, investigate variances to plan, forecast, and prior year results, and provide actionable recommendations to improve business performance.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and forecasting models, ensuring key business trends, operational initiatives, and financial impacts are accurately reflected in forecasts and business plans.
• Drive operational finance initiatives through cost management, productivity analysis, capital investment evaluations, ROI assessments, operational expense analysis, and quantification of cost-saving initiatives.
• Build and enhance Production Income models, analyze operational and production cost drivers, identify efficiency opportunities, and recommend actions to improve profitability.
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure alignment and accountability for forecast assumptions, financial targets, and action plans while monitoring progress against business objectives.
• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Support the CFO and Leadership Team through financial reporting, variance analysis, business reviews, strategic initiatives, process improvements, and other finance-related responsibilities as required.

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Skills

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience working in a finance/accounting role including at a leadership level.
• Completion of post-secondary education in Accounting; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• CPA designation
• MBA an asset
• Intermediate MS Excel Skills required, advanced preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of market, competition, products and industry trends.
• Develops and implements cost saving measures.         
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with access to a vehicle is required.
• Limited ad hoc travel may be required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office applications.

Certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline.

Experience

7+ years of experience, of which at least 2 leading a team

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role

Travel Requirements

0-25%

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.