FUCHS LUBRICANTS CO. · 1 month ago
Manager - Supply Chain Finance
Harvey, IL, US, 60426
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expFUCHS Lubricants Co. is the world's largest independent manufacturer of specialty lubricants, providing high-quality lubricants and services across various industries. The Manager, Supply Chain Finance serves as the primary financial business partner to the U.S. Supply Chain organization, responsible for margin visibility, cost transparency, and analytics that support operational decision-making.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Own Gross Profit reconciliation and margin analysis, providing timely and accurate insight into product and customer profitability
Develop models to analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), production variances, inventory valuation, and operational KPIs
Lead variance analysis related to materials, labor, overtime, repairs & maintenance, and manufacturing overhead
Support the annual standard cost update process and drive continuous improvement in cost accuracy
Develop robust cost models and financial analytics that enhance margin visibility and operational decision-making
Serve as a key contributor in the transition from ECC to S/4HANA, including testing, validation, and process documentation related to material costing and manufacturing cost flows
Partner closely with the Supply Chain organization—including Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, and Procurement—to translate financial insights into operational recommendations
Drive alignment between Finance and Supply Chain to improve cost performance, efficiency, and inventory-related decision-making
Directly manage and develop the Cost Analyst, providing coaching, feedback, and early leadership development opportunities
Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within the Finance and Supply Chain teams
Demonstrate and uphold FUCHS’ leadership behaviors by fostering trust, communication, and accountability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required
5–6 years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, supply chain finance, FP&A, or similar analytical roles
Strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting, variance analysis, and margin drivers
Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and communicate financial insights in a meaningful, actionable manner
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Leadership experience—formal or informal—with the ability to mentor and develop talent
High degree of analytical rigor, curiosity, resilience, and the ability to drive change in a dynamic environment
Preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of SAP ERP systems; experience with S/4HANA or participation in an ERP transition is strongly preferred
Benefits
Excellent compensation package
Comprehensive suite of benefits
Company
FUCHS LUBRICANTS CO.
Founded in 1931, the FUCHS Group has grown to become the largest independent manufacturer of specialty lubricants in the world.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Keith Brewer
President and CEO
Michael L. Starkey
VP Information Technology and Chief Digital Officer
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