Operations Controller

JOIN A TEAM THAT CHANGES LIVES Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. (PBE) is a family-run, value-driven organization with big hearts and true passion for what we do. Celebrating over 60 years of service to the healthcare field and over 30 years as a pioneer in the development of incontinence and moisture management solutions, we are living our mission to improve the lives of caregivers, those who wear our products, and our workforce. Our commitment includes innovative and life-changing products; positive partnerships with customers and suppliers; wellbeing programs that support our Associates and their families; and community support. We offer excellent health benefits including free access to a local health clinic, paid vacation time, an annual profit-sharing bonus, a 401k plan with a company match, company-paid disability and life insurance, and more. We also offer many perks that recognize our associates’ hard work and allow them to have fun! We are a safe and clean manufacturing plant looking for respectful, team-oriented candidates who have a great work ethic and thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on safety, continuous improvement and producing quality products that help the lives of others. Learn more about PBE’s culture and benefits by clicking here.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Controller has a key role in overseeing financial operations with a focus on manufacturing and supply chain and supporting functions including maintenance, warehousing, quality, and distribution with the objective of ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and identification of opportunities to improve results along with compliance with established protocols. This position involves collaborating closely with various departments to monitor, analyze, and optimize financial performance while providing strategic insights to drive decision-making processes. The Operations Controller will support managing budgets, forecasting, financial reporting, and implementing internal controls to safeguard assets and maintain regulatory compliance. Additionally, they liaise with senior management to provide financial guidance, identify areas for improvement, and support long-term business objectives.

Responsibilities· Analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights to optimize costs and profitability.· Ensure accuracy in standard costing methodologies, data integration, and financial reporting within the ERP system.· Utilize the ERP system to its fullest potential, including configuring settings for accurate cost calculations, generating relevant reports, and identifying opportunities for process improvement, and key levers that enhance operational and financial insights and actionable follow-up.· Interpret financial data and make informed recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, articulate financial insights, and present recommendations to senior management.· Identify challenges within the operational processes, develop innovative solutions, and implement strategies to optimize costs and streamline operations.Provide analysis, reporting, and insights on cost structure to inform forecast/budget, variance analysis, and transaction processing. Inventory management analysis and review including compliance with financial controls.Support management with the analysis of a capital investment strategy and provide key reporting to measure and track return on investment.· Manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines while ensuring the successful implementation of cost optimization initiatives.· Proactively seek opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains to drive sustainable growth for the organization.· Embody PBE’s core values – Customer-Focus, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Commitment, Engagement, Growth & Development and Excellence.Continuously foster a spirit of cooperation and teamwork within and between departments. Lead team members through being a good example.Build mutual respect and trust through professional interpersonal skills and a mentoring relationship with employees. Say what needs to be said, admit mistakes, and represent what is in PBE’s best interest.Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications· A Bachelor’s degree is required, Accounting or Finance preferred.· A minimum of 5-7 years of related experience is required, preferably within a manufacturing company.· Demonstrated ability to be a strong business partner in support of the Operations function.· An approachable individual who provides a high level of teamwork and cross-functional collaboration through strong relationship building, influencing and communication skills with all levels of management.· Expertise using and managing ERP solutions. QAD and Qlik experience a plus.· Experience driving corporate and plant level planning processes involving multiple stakeholders.· Experience developing and improving processes with a desire to inspire change across the organization.· Clear written and verbal communicator, able to present succinctly to Finance/Operations leadership and company executives.

Core Competencies· Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and build and manage financial models.· Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to ensuring accuracy in standard costing methodologies, data integration, and financial reporting.· Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles and cost accounting methodologies, with the ability to interpret financial data and make informed recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.· Problem-Solving Abilities: The capability to identify challenges within the operational processes, develop innovative solutions, implement strategies to optimize costs and streamline operations, and understand the impact of solutions on other teams.· Project Management Skills: The capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines while ensuring the successful implementation of cost optimization initiatives.· Continuous Improvement: A proactive approach to continuously seek opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains to drive sustainable growth for the organization.