What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Business Partner, Operations position at Tranzonic?
Company Overview:
The Tranzonic Companies is the hub for a strategic collection of manufacturing and sales companies that lead the way in multiple categories — from personal care and protection to textiles, from cleaning products to contamination control — to empower its distributor partners into the future. Their cohesive approach promotes operational efficiency and fuels innovation, while equipping its varied businesses to tackle the toughest challenges across industrial and manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, food service, hospitality, transportation, and many other dynamic market segments. Tranzonic’s rapid growth, both organic and via acquisition, is powered by its team of driven, innovative problem-solvers and a culture of integrity and respect.
Position Summary:
The Finance Business Partner for Operations serves as a strategic advisor, providing financial insights, analysis, and recommendations to drive performance and operational efficiency. This role collaborates closely with Operations leadership, bridging the gap between finance and operational teams to enable data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong analytical mindset, capable of influencing and collaborating across departments in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Provide detailed financial analyses to Operations leadership, including cost analysis, variance reports, and operational performance metrics.
- Develop and maintain dashboards to monitor KPIs such as production efficiency, cost per unit, and inventory turnover.
- Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for Operations, including manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain functions.
- Collaborate with leadership to set realistic financial goals, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate risks.
- Partner with Operations teams to evaluate process improvements, capacity planning, and resource allocation strategies.
- Provide financial modeling for initiatives such as new equipment purchases, facility expansions, and process optimization projects.
- Support supply chain optimization efforts, including cost reduction and inventory management strategies.
- Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for non-financial stakeholders.
- Present findings and strategic recommendations to Operations leadership and senior management.
- Ensure financial practices comply with internal policies and external regulations.
- Support internal audits and recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls within operational processes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, business partnering, or related roles, preferably in Operations or Supply Chain environments.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and tools, including Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships across functions and levels.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities.
- Ability to influence and drive change across teams and leadership levels.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable mindset.
