Director - Corporate Planning & Analysis, Plan

Ecolab•Saint Paul, MN

2d•$159,300 - $238,900•Onsite

About The Position

At Ecolab, we’re committed to sustainability, innovation, and driving positive impact globally. As Director of Plan in Corporate Planning & Analysis, you will drive financial strategy and long-term planning to meet our performance goals. Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, with an annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related field
13 years of professional experience, preferably in finance
No Immigration Sponsorship available for this position

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior leaders.
Proven track record of handling high-impact, ambiguous, and complex financial initiatives.
Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet modeling, presentation tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint), and financial systems (EPM).
Strong analytical aptitude, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
Results-oriented, proactive, and unwavering integrity.
Effective project management skills to handle multiple concurrent tasks and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Oversee, develop, and mentor a team of talented professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Implement strategies to attract, retain, and develop top-tier finance professionals.
Provide executive-level operational and thought leadership as an integral part of the CP&A leadership team.
Lead the annual Plan across divisions, regions and functions, including: Presenting recommendations to leadership on target setting for business units Coordinating with finance leaders across the globe to drive a financial plan that achieve enterprise objectives Supporting executives in allocation of funding for strategic investments, optimally positioning Ecolab for future growth
Provide advice to the CEO, CFO, COO, and other key leaders on strategic planning and other related financial topics.
Maintain a laser focus on delivering near and long-term financial performance objectives across profit and loss (P&L) lines.
Ensure consistent application of financial planning principles and best practices throughout the organization.
Drive process improvements and lead ad hoc projects to enhance financial planning efficiency.