Manager, Commercial Finance

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: February 8, 2020

Job Description:

When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of a smart, driven team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of more than $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. How you’ll make an impact The Manager, Commercial Finance is responsible for driving financial insights and accountability across Commercial, Marketing, and Operations. This role is responsible for identifying and driving the levers of gross margin and operating earnings. Ideal candidate will have the ability to drive business decisions through effective communication with Senior Management. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manage and develop five finance professionals who are responsible for the Healthcare Market Division’s (HMD) day-to-day operations. This includes: 1) developing proformas, 2) pricing support, 3) analysis to support profit initiatives 4) monthly reporting for key accounts Participate in strategic discussions with commercial leaders during RFP and contracting process Interact with commercial leaders, legal and other operational teams for appropriate prime vendor opportunities and contract responses Manage the annual sales compensation forecast process. Liaising with commercial teams and sales compensation to set compensation targets while aligning to the annual operating plan. Manage/approve compensation accrual and monthly forecast adjustments. Deal Desk – Function as the business partner to the Deal Desk resources for RFPs and contract renewals– develop financial models, optimize pricing strategies, and make recommendations for profit improvement Work in a cross functional environment including Finance, Sales, Global Strategic Pricing, Global Profitability Improvement and Marketing to create advanced financial analysis and reporting while effectively interpreting/communicating recommendations Champion PPI process for function, driving continuous improvement in high visibility areas such as pricing, order management, and freight Provide clear, concise and accurate presentations/analysis to Senior Management with minimal lead time. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: 8-10 years of progressive Finance experience 7+ years in a large organization (matrix organizational structure) MBA preferred High level analytical capabilities with a record of successful financial modeling experience Ability to communicate (both written and verbal) effectively with senior management Ability to work cross-functionally with individuals and teams Self-starter, initiative and motivation to accomplish tasks with minimal direction Proven record of successful process improvement actions Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects Excellent computer skills, specifically SQL, MS Excel and PowerPoint Non-Negotiable Hiring Criteria: Prior experience working with pricing strategies Prior experience supporting a large commercial organization At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

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