Finance Manager – Product Line Profit & Inventory
About this role
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The Finance Manager, Product Line Profit and Inventory is responsible for driving financial visibility, analysis, and performance improvement across product lines, inventory, and material costs. This role partners closely with operations and inventory leadership to deliver actionable insights, improve profitability, and optimize cost efficiency across the organization.Position Summary
The Finance Manager - Product Line Profit and Inventory is responsible for driving financial visibility, analysis, and performance improvement across product lines, inventory, and material costs. This role partners closely with operations and inventory leadership to deliver actionable insights, improve profitability, and optimize cost efficiency across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Product Line P&L Analysis
Lead full product line P&L profitability analysis, including revenue, cost, and margin performance
Oversee data gathering and validation processes, including reconciliation of key financial inputs
Partner with cross-functional operating teams to identify key performance drivers and recommend performance improvement actions
Provide insight into all cost components impacting product margins with a focus on growing gross profits and gross profit margins
Inventory and Inventory Write-Off Analysis and Optimization
Lead analysis and collaborate with Inventory Management Director on inventory performance, efficiencies, and measurement
Develop enhanced reporting and analysis for Inventory Write-offs, including by region and by reason code
Identify trends and insights of inventory write-offs, providing recommendations to reduce write-offs and waste
Partner with the Inventory Management Director, Supply Chain, and the Blackbelt teams to leverage the inventory write-off workshop process improvements workstream and to drive insights and decision-making
Support optimization initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, turnover, and value realization
Material Cost Efficiency and Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
Conduct analysis of material costs and purchase price variance across product lines and manufacturing sites
Collaborate with cost accounting on enhanced reporting and insights on variances
Partner with sourcing and Supply Chain management on opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in sourcing and procurement
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field
Progressive experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or inventory analytics
Strong understanding of product P&L structures and cost drivers
Experience working cross-functionally with operations, inventory management, or supply chain teams
Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills
Key Competencies
Financial and business acumen
Data-driven decision making
Cross-functional partnership and influence
Problem-solving and root cause analysis
Continuous improvement mindset
Why Neogen?
At Neogen we believe that taking care of our employees allows them to do their best work. When you join our team, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
Benefits include:
Benefits starting on Day One – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on your first day of employment.
401(k) with company match – Invest in your future with retirement savings and company contributions.
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Enjoy generous paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and spend time with those who matter most.
Career Growth Opportunities – We are committed to promoting from within and providing the tools, training, and support to help you grow your career.
Meaningful Work – Be part of a team whose work has a real impact on our customers, communities, and the world around us.
Collaborative Culture – Join a team that values innovation, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Come build your future with us while making a difference every day.
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