Finance Manager - Global Supply Chain

Weir ESCO

Portland, Oregon (Hybrid)

Remote

Purpose of Role: Acts as a key advisor, providing financial insights and analysis to support supply chain operations and decision-making, and ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving cost efficiencies. Global Inventory, Logistics, Procurement and the Supply Chain SG&A expense are the primary areas of financial oversight.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and operating plans for the Global Supply Chain team (Inventory, Freight, and Procurement). Analyze financial performance against targets, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions. Build financial models to evaluate different scenarios and support decision-making.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with supply chain leaders, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and objectives. Communicate financial information clearly and concisely, providing insights and recommendations. Participate in key performance meetings and provide financial advice and support.
• Cost Optimization & Efficiency: Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities within the supply chain. Analyze supply chain costs, including logistics, warehousing, and procurement. Support the development and implementation of cost-reduction initiatives.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular financial reports to management. Monitor and analyze supply chain performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement. Prepare and present reports on financial performance and key supply chain metrics.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks within the supply chain. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Strategic Support: Provide financial analysis and support for strategic initiatives and projects. Contribute to the development of supply chain strategies and plans. Partner with business units to align supply chain activities with overall business objectives.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
  
  

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for candidates that have the ability to perform the objectives above.
• Education: bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required with preference given to those with a CPA, MBA, or CMA.
• Experience: 5 years of experience with large multinationals required with a focus on manufacturing
• Prefer a candidate with public accounting background
• Strong understanding of standard costing
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others and build strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to function with a diverse team and leverage and learn from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Highly desired software proficiency includes Oracle, OneStream, Excel and financial modeling tools
  
  

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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