Senior Director, FP&A - Global Media and Marketing

SharkNinja • Needham, MA

52d

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and analytically driven Senior Director of FP&A to lead financial planning, analysis, and performance management for Global Media and Marketing investments as well as Commercial Operating Expenses. This role will serve as the primary FP&A business partner to Marketing, Commercial, and Finance for resource allocation and investment decisions to leadership, providing insights that drive ROI, optimize spend, and support strategic decision-making across global initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with a strong background in Marketing and/or Commercial Finance.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance management.
• Strong understanding of media metrics, marketing ROI, and commercial operations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, Tableau) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead FP&A support for Global Media and Marketing spend, including annual planning, forecasting, and monthly performance reviews.
• Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams to evaluate campaign effectiveness, media mix optimization, and investment prioritization.
• Own financial oversight of Commercial Operating Expenses, including headcount planning, T&E, displays, and other budget line-items.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, investment cases, and long-range planning.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting and analytics capabilities, leveraging tools and systems to enhance visibility and decision-making.
• Collaborate with regional FP&A teams to ensure alignment and consistency in global reporting and spend tracking.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership, including CFO, CMO, and Commercial Heads.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and controls.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of FP&A professionals.

Benefits

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to shape global investment strategies and drive business impact.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees