Sr. Manager, Finance Strategy and Analytics

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen?Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive

products for original equipment and aftermarket customers. Through our DRiV, Performance

Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain business groups, Tenneco is driving advancements in

global mobility by delivering technology solutions for light vehicle, commercial truck, offhighway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

This position is responsible for driving our strategic agenda within the Finance organization. The position may be based in Northville, MI and reports directly to the VP, Commercial Finance, CAPT of the company. This role is highly visible team working closely with Business Unit General Managers, CFOs, and the corporate finance and strategy teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Business analytics: develop and build models in collaboration with Tenneco Corporate finance and BU leadership teams to identify productivity, profitability and growth opportunities across Tenneco's business and make strategic decisions
• Strategy development: guide stakeholders through the development of cohesive strategies on topics such as:
  
  
  
  • Financial performance and optimization
  • Market growth and segmentation
  • Operational productivity, performance and cost structure
  • Production network footprint
  
  
  
  
• Reporting: lead the development of regular executive and board level briefings in collaboration with Finance Strategy and business unit leadership teams
• Transaction support: work with Tenneco executive leadership and corporate strategy teams to conduct financial and operational performance analysis during M&A transactions
• Performance Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve financial performance, including cost reduction and margin improvement programs
• Shaping the direction of a major automotive tier 1 provider - financial performance, FP&A, and strategy
• Regular and direct interface with business CFO as well as broader exposure with executive leadership team
• Continue to push the limits on conceptual and analytical PS in an environment where you can own the outcome, truly running a business

Minimum Requirements

Education: Master's degree, or MBA, preferred in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering (with demonstrated financial experience) or a related field. Bachelor's degree required.

Experience: 4 years+ of experience in consulting or strategic finance, with exposure to the automotive or industrial sector, and driving sustainable impact in the automotive or industrial sector. The ideal candidate will have consulting experience from a top-tier consulting firm or comparable industry FPA experience.

Skills

• Strong technical proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, and reporting
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and innovate
• Excellent verbal and written communication, ability to present complex information to senior management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CFA or CPA are beneficial.

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