What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Finance Manager position at Gables Search Group?
We are in need of an Operations Finance Manager to oversee operations for a manufacturing and warehouse business in the Cleveland, OH area. This role involves managing production, logistics, finance, quality, safety, and administrative functions.
Seeking a dynamic leader who can drive plant performance, financial discipline, customer service, and team management.
Duties:
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Direct daily operations for manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, maintenance, finance, and support departments
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Ensure production schedules, staffing, materials, equipment, quality standards, and customer delivery targets are met
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Supervise financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, accounting, credit, and internal controls
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Implement process enhancements, cost control measures, inventory accuracy improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives
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Enhance warehouse performance, material flow, shipping accuracy, order fulfillment, and inventory management
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Collaborate with sales, customer service, finance, HR, and leadership teams to achieve business objectives
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Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, safety, quality, tax, and regulatory standards
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Provide mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities to operations and finance staff
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Resolve operational issues impacting customer satisfaction, delivery timelines, costs, quality, or service levels
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Support strategic planning, performance evaluations, and organizational enhancement efforts
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Act as a U.S. entity representative/signatory as directed by executive management
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, supply chain, operations, or related discipline
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Leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, operations, or similar industry
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Understanding of finance, budgeting, reporting, internal controls, and cost management
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Background in overseeing people, processes, performance metrics, and cross-functional business areas
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Knowledge of safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory guidelines
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Strong problem-solving, communication, planning, and team leadership abilities
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Capability to enhance processes while upholding customer service, quality, and financial responsibility