Finance Co-Pilot Manager - Supply Chain (Remote)

Overview

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain & Procurement Finance, this role serves as a trusted business partner for the Global Holistic Health business (a standalone business unit). The Finance Co-Pilot – Supply Chain is a highly visible position responsible for Logistics and Procurement Finance support, driving cost efficiency, distribution and procurement savings, and financial integrity across the supply chain P&L.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Procurement leaders, providing financial insights and analysis to improve business performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead financial analysis and reporting for Variable and Fixed Distribution, Procurement PPV, and Waste; identify opportunities to improve profitability and reduce costs.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to support cost savings and network optimization initiatives by developing business cases and monitoring results against targets.
• Support the Monthly Business Planning (MBP) process for Supply Chain by coordinating cross-functional inputs, aligning assumptions, and driving continuous improvement.
• Develop Market Business Strategy (MBS) deliverables for Logistics, Procurement, and Waste, including financial assumptions, scenario planning, and long-term cost roadmaps.
• Execute Period End Close (PEC) activities, ensuring financial accuracy and P&L integrity; provide variance analysis and actionable insights to support year-to-date performance and year-to-go forecasts.
• Maintain and enhance Supply Chain financial reporting and KPI dashboards to equip Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, and Finance leaders with insights needed to achieve business objectives.
• Manage Logistics and Procurement savings and productivity pipelines by validating assumptions, tracking performance, and ensuring results are accurately reflected in forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate the financial impact of freight, warehousing, co-packing, and material cost changes.
• Support the transition of Supply Chain and Procurement activities from the TSA model to a fully independent standalone operating structure.
• Evaluate capital investments and supply chain initiatives through financial modeling, including NPV, IRR, payback, and return-on-investment analysis.
• Provide financial leadership and support for special projects, strategic initiatives, and ad hoc analyses as needed.
• Lead, coach, and develop one Senior Financial Analyst.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, agility, and adaptability, guiding business transformation, process simplification, and digital innovation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Finance or Accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and compliance requirements, including:
  • U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and/or International Accounting Standards (IAS)
  • Financial statement analysis (profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting)
  • Corporate finance concepts such as cash flow, NPV, IRR, ROI, and economic profit
  • P&L drivers and the ability to clearly communicate financial performance and business impacts
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of cost accounting methodologies, including activity-based costing principles.
• Demonstrated business acumen with an end-to-end enterprise mindset and a strong focus on results.
• Proven ability to interpret complex financial data, develop actionable insights, and recommend strategies.
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to influence decisions through data-driven recommendations and effective cross-functional partnerships.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency with PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate financial concepts for non-finance audiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, and integrity in decision-making.
• Proven ability to lead effectively in a transformational environment, demonstrating agility, adaptability, and strategic leadership while driving change.
• For internal candidates: experience with Nestlé Accounting Standards (NAS) and financial systems such as SAP GLOBE, Oracle FIT, BW, and Essbase/SmartView preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA and/or professional finance or accounting certification (CPA, CMA, CFM, or CCE).
• Experience supporting Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, or Procurement functions.
• Experience in the VMS, nutrition, consumer goods, food, or related industries.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $125,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year.
• Bonus eligibility: Yes.
• Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, including:
  • 401k with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Additional benefits (incentives and/or benefit packages may vary by position)

Location

• Not specified in the posting.

Additional Information

• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
• Job Requisition: 424348.