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Keurig Dr Pepper

Director, Finance


PayCompetitive
LocationNorthlake/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 81837
      Job Overview

      This position is responsible for providing strategic and financial leadership for a $0.6 Billion revenue Direct Store Delivery (DSD) business in the North Central region supporting the Regional Vice President, Sr. Director of Operations and their cross functional leadership teams. This position manages all aspects of finance and compliance supporting commercial and operational business partners with executing strategic goals and financial plan.

      The successful candidate will bring a deep combination of analytical ability and critical thought in a number of financial areas, driving business objectives and maintaining a thorough and rigorous system of analysis throughout.

      If you are looking to be in the center of the business’ activities from warehousing to delivery to merchandising, looking to make an impact and drive change, and grow the business, then this could be the job for you! If you are looking for a team and a company where you can be a thought leader and advance your career, then look no further!

      Position Responsibilities:

      • Provide strategic financial leadership support (Business Partnering and Collaboration) to the region cross-functionally over Sales, Revenue Growth Management, Marketing and Operations.
      • Develop and report on quality metrics and analytics to influence effective decision making and achieving business top-line and Operating Income growth plan. This includes but not limited to strategic pricing, D&A, retail execution, new business development opportunities, M&A activities and operational cost productivity and expense management, right-sizing service levels, etc.
      • Present and/or participate on DSD Business Reviews meetings.
      • Develop and establish a high-performance team in a fast-moving environment to execute strategic goals and execute effective and quality decision making.
      • Responsible for building the Annual Operating Plan to achieve company strategic and financial goals inclusive of Business Cost Management (BCM) process to build the plan and targeting value capture opportunities to reduce cost in DSD and free up cash flow to reinvest into the company.
      • Responsible managing weekly/monthly forecast activities and financial modeling.
      • Lead, participate and support KDP Transformation Projects and Six Sigma Lean activities in Finance, DSD and other functional areas.
      • Responsible for Region level General Ledger month-end close.
      • Responsible for managing Regional Finance Team and with all aspects of financial reporting and analysis including preparation of P/L and cause of change, business review presentations, financial metric and KPI reporting, sales analysis, volume rate & mix analysis, ad-hoc financial modeling (i.e. BU/Region profitability growth, cost-to-serve, network optimization, dynamic routing, real estate), labor analysis, etc.
      • Routinely meet and visit operations to better understand voice of customer and conduct process observations.
      • Oversight and responsibility for distribution center and operations to ensure compliance/adherence to internal controls for the BU & Regions. Work with Corporate Audit on engagements and develop necessary corrective action plans to close out risk-based audit findings.
      • Provide technical and analytical guidance in identifying and solving problems with the functional areas of the department and region.
      • Manage financial process for key strategic capital-intensive projects.
      • Build financial modeling and economic analysis, capital tracking and analysis, and contract support for terms and conditions.
      • Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.
      • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's principles, policies, and applicable laws.

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      Requirements

      Education/Experience:

        • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field is required
        • 10-12+ years of related experience with 5+ of those in a supervisory role.
        • Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experience strongly preferred

      Technical Skills:

        • Experience with Planning Analytics strongly preferred.
        • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build detailed/complex financial models.
        • Experience with SAP preferred.

      Required Competencies and aptitudes:

        • Excellent Leadership Skills including drive, decision making, self-direction, influence, and verbal/written communications
        • Strong analytical skills and the forward-thinking mindset to propose positive business solutions to problems
        • High intellectual curiosity and strategic mindset
        • Ability to handle confidential financial information appropriately
        • Good organizational skills and able to handle a high work volume
        • Self-motivated and positive team player
        • Previous managerial experience with desire to teach and guide others
        • Ability to travel occasionally – 25-30%
        • Ability to work flexible hours as needed
        • Ability to collaborate and partner with others
        • Ability to follow Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures and model KDP values

      Company Overview

      Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading coffee and beverage company in North America with dual headquarters in Burlington, MA and Frisco, TX, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. The Company maintains an unrivaled distribution system that enables its portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands to be available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. With a wide range of hot and cold beverages that meet virtually any consumer need, KDP key brands include Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott’s® and The Original Donut Shop®. The Company employs more than 25,000 employees and operates more than 120 offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centers across North America.

      Benefits built for you: Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

      Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

  • About the company

      With the merger of Keurig Green Mountain and Dr Pepper Snapple, we’ve brought together two iconic companies to create a unified business with a fresh approach to the beverage industry and the size and scale to achieve things not possible separately. We have a family of brands with the ability to satisfy every consumer need, anytime and anywhere – hot or cold, at home or on-the-go, at work or at play. And we employ a passionate, high-performing team that strives to seize opportunities for sustainable, long-term growth.

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