Associate Director, Operations Planning & Analysis

Associate Director, Operations Planning & Analysis

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

This is a remote position for Central and East Coast candidates.

Summary:

Leads the Plasma Operations budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis activities.

Primary Responsibility:

1. Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting Process:
   Leads Plasma Operations forecasting process including the annual budget and all interim forecasting activities. Issues monthly and quarterly reports to all cost center managers comparing actual performance to the company’s forecast. Works with Operations on reforecasting Center Plasma volumes.
2. Operations Analysis and Reporting:
   Develop and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance. Develop and execute data analysis strategies to identify patterns and trends that inform strategic decision-making. Manage and develop a team of data analysts and planners, providing continuous guidance and support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the execution of business strategies and action plans. Oversee the creation of reports and presentations that communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Lead and maintain PowerBI as main reporting and analysis tool.
3. Advanced Analysis and Strategic Projects:
   Managing new center capital planning and analysis. Conduct feasibility studies and business cases to evaluate potential solutions to business needs. Lead various financial analyses related to capital investments, strategic projects, and resource allocation. Apply advanced analysis and statistical modeling techniques to optimize business strategies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent management and strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage tactical implementation plans with attention to detail being critical.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field. Master's degree preferred. Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of Finance or Business-related experience, including experience managing a staff.

Occupational Demands:

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations, frequently travels within the United States, occasional international travel.

This position is eligible to participate in up to 15% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 9 paid Holidays per year, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic or status protected by law.