Director, Global Supply-Chain Inventory Finance

Diebold Nixdorf•Atlanta, GA

26d•Hybrid

About The Position

Overview Expect more. Connect more. Be more at Diebold Nixdorf.  Our teams automate, digitize, and transform the way more than 75 million people around the globe bank and shop in this hyper-connected, consumer-centric world. Join us in connecting people to commerce in this vital, rewarding role. The Director of Global Inventory Finance Leader will own the financial strategy and governance for inventory across a global Fortune 600 organization. This highly visible role partners closely with Supply Chain leadership and Finance teams to optimize inventory performance, ensure balance sheet integrity, and drive working capital efficiency. The position will lead FP&A for global inventory, including planning, forecasting, and pacing, while implementing robust policies and frameworks that support operational excellence and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
8–10 years of progressive Finance experience, including FP&A and operational finance; prior experience in inventory management or supply chain finance strongly preferred.
Proven ability to lead global financial planning processes and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Experience with ERP and performance management tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle EPM/Hyperion).
Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Travel: 10 % required travel: International and within the US.

Nice To Haves

Experience in global inventory finance leadership roles.
Demonstrated success in driving working capital improvements.
Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and strategic analysis.
Experience with digital transformation initiatives in finance and supply chain.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with global supply chain teams to improve inventory turns, days of inventory on hand (DOI), and working capital efficiency.
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership to influence operational and financial decisions.
Own and implement global inventory policies, reserve methodologies, and governance frameworks.
Ensure balance sheet integrity through rigorous controls and compliance with corporate standards.
Lead the financial planning process for inventory, including monthly pacing, forecasting, and annual operating plan (AOP).
Develop and maintain inventory-related financial models, dashboards, and KPI scorecards to monitor performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Drive initiatives to streamline inventory reporting and planning processes, reducing cycle times and manual effort.
Champion digital tools and analytics to enhance visibility and decision-making.
Build strong relationships across Finance (Business Finance, Accounting, Treasury) and Supply Chain leadership teams.
Support ad hoc analysis and strategic projects related to inventory optimization and working