What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Global Capital Markets position at Tenneco?
Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated finance and treasury professional to join the Tenneco Finance Team as Director of Global Capital Markets. This individual will be responsible for leading the capital markets team and developing and driving Tenneco’s capital markets strategy in markets around the world, including overseeing debt and equity financing, optimizing capital structure, and managing liquidity. The Director of Global Capital Markets will play a key role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and ensuring long-term financial stability, collaborating closely with senior leadership at the Corporate level and within Tenneco’s operating businesses to support growth and deliver shareholder value. Position reports to the Assistant Treasurer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team and oversee and manage the company’s global capital markets activities, including debt issuance and refinancings, project finance, sale-leaseback transactions, factoring and supply chain finance programs, development and optimization of equity transactions, and financial instrument management.
- Monitor and analyze market conditions, interest rates, and other economic factors to inform financing decisions.
- Develop and execute strategies to optimize the company’s capital structure, manage risk, and minimize financing costs.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with banks, financial institutions and ratings agencies.
- Support M&A activity related to treasury functions and manage treasury integration with business units.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations related to capital markets transactions and corporate governance.
- Support business units with capital market solutions to managing liquidity levels and strengthen overall financial position.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate capital planning with the broader corporate financial strategy, including assessing the impact of capital decisions on financial performance and risk.
- Mentor and develop treasury team members to build technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
Qualifications:
- 7-10 years of relevant experience in capital markets and project finance in a corporate or banking environment with global exposure, with 3 years in a leadership role. Corporate FP&A experience a plus.
- Strong knowledge of capital markets, project financing, factoring and supply chain finance, debt and equity financing
- Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with senior executives, investors, and external partners.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We adhere to social distancing recommendations and other protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all.
