Senior Analyst - Inventory / Forecasting

Vertiv•Pelzer, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a driven and experienced Senior Analyst, Inventory and Forecasting, to join our dynamic team in Pelzer, SC, supporting Vertiv’s rapidly expanding operations. This is a critical leadership role within our manufacturing facility, focused on driving operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. POSITION SUMMARY Top level individual contributor within the Financial Analysis and Reporting discipline. Serves as an expert within Financial Analysis and Reporting and guides others in resolving complex issues. Performs economic research and studies of company performance, depreciation, and investments. Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements and prepares reports and recommendations to management. Generates forecasts and analyzes trends in sales, finance, and other areas of business. Research economic progressions to assist the organization's financial planning. Creates financial models of "what if" scenarios for future business planning decisions in areas such as new product development, new marketing strategies, etc.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or related discipline
7+ years of experience in finance, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Excellent analytical skills used not only to identify historical cost drivers, but also to understand the degree of sensitivity in forecasting the future
Excellent Microsoft Suite skills, especially in Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
Excellent understanding and utilization of Financial ERP systems

Nice To Haves

Detailed knowledge of financial policies and procedures
Aptitude to develop deep understanding of workflow processes
Data mining skills with ability to analyze and communicate results
Dependable, accurate, and detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills
Effective oral & written communication skills with high level of comfort making presentations to multiple groups
Ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision in meeting required deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills with keen ability to interact with all levels within the organization
Process workflow improvement enhancements utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodology

Responsibilities

As a recognized expert in Financial Analysis and Reporting, handles and guides others in resolving complex problems and issues.
Services as a functional resource for the best practice and quality audit on function teams and projects
Interprets internal and external business issues and recommends solutions and best practices
Works independently, often on highly confidential/complex company issues and projects with minimal guidance from Senior/Executive management and/or Company Board of Directors
Routinely demonstrates through work product extensive understanding of the Finance discipline and applies best practices in work performed
Provides critical leadership and in-depth analysis for regular monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to senior management
Keeps abreast of changes in functional field and provides recommendations to management as to implications and recommends new processes
Provides technical guidance and training to less experienced staff
Performs internal and external financial analysis and prepares reports with recommendations to senior management
Prepares financial forecasts, financial modeling, and other analysis to assist with organizational decision making and planning
Prepares reports for external regulatory agencies and other reporting organizations as directed which may have a significant impact on the company