Manager, Finance Procurement

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. 

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.  Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. 

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. 

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? 

Summary Description:

• The Procurement Finance Manager is responsible for the implementation and continual maintenance and integrity of Refresco’s ERP system (SAP) within Procurement / Procurement Finance and for leading the transition to utilizing SAP purchasing functionality within Refresco’s business units throughout North America.
• The Procurement Finance Manager must also provide the necessary analytical support to the Senior Director of Finance Global Procurement and the Procurement team.
• The Procurement Finance Manager is responsible for establishing new, as well as maintaining/updating all Processes and Procedures specific to the Procurement Finance and Procurement teams.
• The Procurement Finance Manager is responsible for the maintenance of all Costs in SAP and to provide costing results to the Procurement Finance Team as well as FP&A teams, etc. (Monthly, Quarterly, Forecasts, Bids, AOP, etc.)

Essential Functions:

• Ensures the information in SAP is current at all times, including, but not restricted to:
  • Material Master
    • Standard Prices
    • Planned Prices
    • Purchasing Settings
    • MRP Settings
  • Classifications
• Provides reports and inquiries to Procurement team with respect to, forecasting, inventory, historical purchases or any other requirements
• Provide support to the Cost Accounting team related to standard prices
• Supports the Procurement team on continuous improvement and automation of any “manual” functions, processes, controls and systems within the Department.
• Ensures timeliness and integrity of Procurement data entered in SAP and compliance at all levels, in particular these are:
  • Raw Material Items
  • Standard cost file
  • Invoice pricing file
  • Contract file
  • Quote file
• Working with IT Department, ensures that Procurement data and report requirements are met. Including coordinating requirement specs; testing and business signoffs.
• Coordinates the testing of program modifications for SAP’s as they relate to Procurement and Costing modules ensuring the specifications are comprehensive, testing scenarios are documented prior to testing and that testing is completed and signed off by the business prior to changes being implemented.
• Provides the necessary SAP training, documentation and support for Global Procurement and Procurement Finance teams at both corporate and divisional offices, including when learning new ERP functions.
• Accomplishes all duties, functional responsibilities and objectives at the lowest possible level of administrative costs and greatest efficiency by:
  • Working with efficient and economical procedures
  • Continually reviewing the operation to ensure that it is cost-effective
  • Achieving adequate analysis and planning
  • Maintaining harmonious, productive, working relationships with other departments within the organization

Leadership Responsibilities:

Manager 

• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.  
• Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations. 
• Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes. 
• Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations. 

Competencies: 

• Leadership - Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success. 

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, Word PowerPoint & Outlook
• Knowledge of SAP (or other ERP systems)
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Solid Organization Skills
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Accounting knowledge and experience
• Able to identify where problems exist and able to resolve them with little supervision

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 5 years of experience in pricing, revenue analytics, or related field. CPG experience preferred.
• Experience interacting directly with sales and business teams
• Strong understanding of information systems including pricing process from strategy to execution preferred.
• Finance or Accounting accreditation preferred but not required (e.g. CFA, CA or CPA)

Working Conditions:

• Physical – Continuously sitting for prolonged periods using a computer, as the job is administrative in nature.
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure. Attention must be concentrated in the face of numerous changing stimuli.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands. Continuous requirement of decisive action.

Travel Requirements:

• Based in Tampa corporate office with minimal travel requirements.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco 

Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.  

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:    

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays  
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs   

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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