Industrial Engineering & Capital Appropriation Budget Analyst

Champion Petfoods Europe•Franklin, TN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Champion Petfoods is expanding and seeking an Industrial Engineering & Capital Appropriation Budget Analyst to join their rapidly growing company. This role oversees the Capital Appropriation Budget (CAB) process, evaluates continuous improvement opportunities in budgeting and financial monitoring, and supports Supply Network Design initiatives. The position drives alignment between strategic objectives and operational execution through financial analysis and disciplined capital planning, while also supporting network, capacity, and growth objectives through analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and project coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field
3+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, operations, engineering, or capital/project planning
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret data and provide practical recommendations
Effective communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills across functions and organizational levels
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting systems, with a continuous improvement and process-focused mindset

Responsibilities

Lead the CAB approval process and maintain regional CAB documentation templates.
Prepare financial and project status reports for periodic, quarterly, and annual CAB processes.
Act as PMO/project facilitator for capital projects, managing communications, timelines, and standard project artifacts (charters, Gantt charts, status reports).
Improve efficiency through automation, digital tools, and enhanced reporting solutions.
Maintain CAB systems and ensure data accuracy across platforms including CapEx Alpha.
Serve as the primary contact for CAB support requests and escalations.
Coordinate cross-functional inputs from Finance, Engineering, and Site teams to support CAB decision-making.
Ensure compliance with governance standards and approval thresholds for capital investments.
Support brand and technology segments to help deliver brand objectives and align plans with Supply Network Design (SND) roadmaps.
Provide input on new initiatives by assessing technical feasibility and financial considerations from a Supply perspective.
Assist in evaluating Supply solutions for key projects and activities through data analysis and operational insights.
Support site master planning activities aligned with SND priorities and brand growth strategies.
Assist in the development and approval of capital investment projects, including preparation of governance documentation and key success metrics.
Support continuous improvement initiatives for IE processes and ways of working.