Director, Finance & Strategy (Operations)

Collectors • Santa Ana, CA

2d • $172,640 - $243,360 • Hybrid

About The Position

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, and France.

As part of our interview process, we request that candidates have their cameras on during video interviews. This helps foster meaningful conversation and allows us to create an experience that closely resembles our standard working environment. Certain interview steps may take place by phone. For remote roles, and at our discretion, candidates may be asked to participate in an on-site interview as part of the final stages of the process.

We understand there may be occasional circumstances requiring accommodation and are happy to discuss them as needed. Your recruiter will be able to clarify expectations and answer any questions you have.

We are looking for a Director of Operations Finance & Strategy to support our rapidly expanding businesses in the collectibles marketplace space. The Company is headquartered in Santa Ana, CA with offices in Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Shanghai and New Jersey. The Finance & Strategy team contributes to Collectors mission by enabling decision making with key financial insights. The team partners with key senior business leaders to support strong operational management of the business and to facilitate strategic decision making focused on key investments, operational improvements, new business opportunities and strategic transactions.
Reporting directly to our VP of Finance & Strategy, the Director of Operations Finance & Strategy will serve as the primary financial leader for our Manufacturing operations. This critical role will partner closely with our COO and his leadership team. They will be responsible for driving financial discipline, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making within a fast-paced consumer manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between finance and operations, partnering with cross-functional leaders to maximize margins, optimize working capital, and enhance profitability through cost management and strategic analysis.
This role is based at our Santa Ana, CA headquarters, our Jersey City, NJ office, or remotely from San Fransisco with flexibility for a hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of experience in a high-volume transaction environment with multiple lines of business
• At least 5 years of providing finance leadership in an operations/ supply chain capacity; preferably in a consumer product manufacturing environment
• A visible, collaborative and proactive leader who demonstrates a high level of ownership, process orientation, operating discipline and accountability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate issues at all levels of the organization with a bias towards over communication
• An experienced people manager with demonstrated ability to effectively manage team priorities and coaches/develops team members
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner and influence in a matrixed organization
• Outstanding Excel and data management skills
• Hands on individual willing to roll up sleeves
• Have a strong work ethic
• Superior attention to detail with problem solving techniques
• Strong understanding of GAAP and other public reporting related issues
• Strong understanding of financial management processes
• Strong understanding of financial systems and tools (e.g. Adaptive, Netsuite)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with consumer goods and/pr digital businesses with consumer and operational components (e.g.CPG, ecommerce)
• Passionate about collectibles and/or sports

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and strategy for manufacturing operations, including annual operating plans (AOP), monthly/quarterly forecasts, and long-term strategic plans.
• Partner with Operations leadership to help drive cost efficiency, margin improvement, and evaluate capital investment decisions through close partnership, thoughtful analysis, and rigorous reporting/tracking.
• Forecast and track company-wide operations performance (e.g. CPU, gross margin, capacity) and provide transparency to business leaders via reporting and live reviews
• Provide financial leadership on key Operations initiatives (e.g. expansions, cost savings projects)
• Collaborate across the broader Finance team and other multifunctional teams to support strategic decisions with financial/economic analysis and insight
• Effectively manage team priorities and deliverables; ensuring consistent quality, on-time delivery
• Lead by example and be a champion of all company policies, including safety, attendance & security
• Proactively identify ways to improve our core FP&A processes

Benefits

• Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits
• 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
• Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off
• Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
• Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
• Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs
• Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed