Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst

Griffith Foods•Alsip, IL

4d•$95,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com. Griffith Foods is hiring a Supply Chain Finance Analyst who will be responsible for financial management and oversight of the site level Supply Chain Finance. The role leads cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and variance reporting, ensuring accurate, insightful, and actionable financial information to drive operational decisions. This is your opportunity to have a high impact on the company because of its strategic nature to collaborate with other teams and deliver results through achieving short- and long-term business targets. This role plays a key role in shaping site-level financial performance, cost optimization, and margin improvement. You will drive financial transparency and operational efficiency through data-driven insights and process improvements. This role is affiliated to the Alsip, IL location, and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance that location and will be required to come into that location. You may be asked to travel to other locations periodically for meetings. At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities. Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of five (5) years of financial analysis experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
CPA
Food manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, H&S, and Process Improvement teams to strengthen cost control and performance.
Own daily and monthly cost tracking, variance analysis, and performance reporting for manufacturing and supply chain activities (Departmental & MFG Expense, LOI, Inventory Reconciliation, Labor Productivity).
Conduct in-depth cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve operational efficiencies, and influence cost drivers in partnership with operations teams.
Support Capex management, standard cost updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with corporate and regional requirements.
Maintain KPI dashboards to monitor operational and financial performance, providing insights for better decision-making.
Lead semi-annual physical inventory counts to ensure compliance, accuracy, and reconciliation with system records and ensure inventories are properly valued and standards are accurately set and maintained across manufacturing sites.
Provide recommendations for inventory control to minimize losses and optimize working capital.
Lead site-level annual budget and quarterly forecast processes for headcount, expenses, inventory, and LOI.
Partner with plant management, regional Finance, and Operations teams to deliver insightful financial analysis that supports strategic decisions and drives cost efficiency.
Are a strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture, aligning financial strategies with supply chain initiatives to maximize efficiency and profitability.
Have a talent for anticipating market trends and proactively planning for risks and opportunities.
As a partner with the Supply Chain business, you possess a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and financial principles, enabling insightful guidance on cost optimization and resource allocation.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.
There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

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