FINANCE DIRECTOR

This position requires a strategic and results-driven professional to lead our financial operations across our manufacturing sites in Michigan and Mexico. This pivotal role requires a seasoned finance professional with a deep understanding of the importance of Industrial Management Controls within our manufacturing sites related to cash management, revenue analysis, production standards, and industrial performance reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to optimize profitability, manage fixed costs, enhance inventory reliability, to ensure budgets and forecasts are met or exceeded. This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President, Hutchinson Antivibration Systems, North America.

We are 40 000 men and women who meet the challenges faced by our automotive, aviation, defence and industry customers every day. Our passion for challenge and our enthusiasm encourage us to imagine, design and produce high performance and innovative fluid, sealing system and anti-vibration solutions. Working at Hutchinson means being curious about everything, contributing to the evolution of mobility and reducing carbon emissions.

Join us and show what drives you!

A French company with an international presence (25 countries): 170 years of history and passing on our know-how.

5 billion in turnover, with 5% invested in R&D.;

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cash Management
Oversee cash flow management and forecasting, ensuring monthly analysis of all elements related to Working Capital, inventory, customer and supplier payment terms, identifying a gap analysis with proper corrective actions. This includes monitoring outstanding payments, management of credit limits,



and anticipation of nonpayment risk

Revenue Analysis
Analyze revenue streams and standard gross margins, providing insights to drive financial performance relative to high and low standard margin analysis monthly so informed decision-making is possible. Measures the impact of unit price changes, current exchange rate fluctuations, tooling depreciation and R&D; costs.

Production Standards
Collaborate with production teams to establish and monitor production standards, ensuring alignment with financial goals and operational efficiency to ensure the accuracy of product profitability evaluating vigente performance, workshop efficiency, and creating reliable budgets and projections.

Industrial Performance Reporting
Develop and implement comprehensive reporting systems to track and analyze industrial performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives; labor management variances, raw materials variances, and ODC (other direct cost) to ensure adherence to the performance monitoring system.

Inventory Optimization
Lead initiatives to enhance inventory reliability and optimization, minimizing excess and obsolete stock while ensuring adequate supply for production.

Fixed Cost Management
Monitor and manage fixed costs,



ensuring alignment with budgetary targets and operational efficiency. Monitor monthly deviations between actual expenses and budgetary targets, managing fixed costs and ensuring finance balance. Identify cost saving opportunities.

Profitability Management
Identify and implement strategies to enhance bottom-line profitability across all manufacturing sites.

Financial Forecasting
Prepare accurate financial forecasts and budgets, analyzing variances and recommending corrective actions to meet financial objectives.

Long Term Plan Strategy and Budget
Annually prepares the LTP and Budgets for HAVS North America with the Executive Vice President, Sales, and other cross functional departments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to align financial strategies with overall business goals and objectives

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CMA, CPA) preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial management experience within the automotive industry (tier one automotive supplier) with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.

Strong expertise in cash management, financial analysis, and performance reporting.

Proven track record in managing fixed costs and optimizing profitability.

Experience with inventory management and production standardization in a manufacturing setting.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.

Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required.

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