Manager, Supply Chain Finance & Accounting
The J.M. Smucker Co.•Cleveland, OH
•Hybrid
About The Position
Lead the day-to-day execution, operational stability, and tactical leadership of direct materials finance. Serve as a key people leader and trusted partner to Procurement, ensuring accurate cost reporting, disciplined processes, and effective onboarding and development of analysts and lead analysts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or supply chain finance
- Demonstrated people leadership capability with a coaching mindset
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- Proven organizational skills with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment
- Experience with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Oracle, Hyperion, Excel, Spotfire or similar)
- Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills
- Experience with process improvement, documentation, and change execution support
- Ability to influence and communicate effectively across functions
- High attention to detail with the ability to balance speed and accuracy
Nice To Haves
- Prior direct people leadership experience
- Experience working in cross-functional partnerships (e.g., Procurement, Supply Chain)
- Understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and supply chain finance concepts
- Demonstrated ability or interest in long-term leadership growth within Supply Chain Finance
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day finance operations for direct materials, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables
- Provide tactical leadership by coaching, developing, and supporting analysts and lead analysts
- Ensure accurate reporting, including variance analysis and clear explanation of financial results
- Own monthly forecasting for direct materials and monitor performance against expectations
- Partner closely with Procurement and cross-functional stakeholders to support sourcing, cost changes, and business decisions
- Establish and maintain process discipline, including documentation, standard work, and onboarding materials
- Drive and implement process improvements while supporting change management initiatives
- Support system enhancements and upgrades (e.g., ERP, reporting, planning tools), ensuring operational stability during transitions
- Proactively identify and escalate risks, issues, and capacity constraints with recommended solutions
Benefits
- Competitive Total Rewards program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
