Senior Operations FP&A Analyst

KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc., a U.S. affiliate of KARL STORZ GmbH & Co. KG, is a global leader in reusable endoscopy technology. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, we specialize in surgical instruments, imaging systems, and OR1® integration technologies.

This position requires in office three days per week in office at Charlton, MA.

Job Opportunity : Senior Operations FP&A Business Partner

I. Position Overview

In this crucial role, you'll be at the heart of aligning our operational and financial strategies. As an Operations FP&A Business Partner , your job is to collaborate proactively with leaders in manufacturing, supply chain, and finance. Your primary responsibilities will include creating and maintaining operational plans, ensuring transparency in performance, and providing data-driven insights that steer strategic and tactical decisions. With strong analytical skills and a keen understanding of operational drivers, you will help the organization reach its efficiency, profitability, and growth goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Establish Performance Metrics : Design and monitor key operational KPIs. Drive accountability and effectively communicate results to leaders across operations, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Budgeting & Forecasting : Lead and support the development of annual operating and capital budgets while managing forecasts to ensure they align accurately with organizational goals.
• Data-Driven Analysis : Prepare compelling operational analyses that highlight risks and opportunities, supporting informed business decisions and reviews.
• Stakeholder Communication : Simplify complex data into clear, actionable insights for operational and finance teams.
• Continuous Improvement : Identify and implement enhancements in reporting, tools, and processes to boost operational efficiency.
• Scenario Planning : Provide analytical guidance and model potential scenarios to aid operational decision-making.
• Strategic Support : Contribute to key initiatives by crafting quantitative analyses and business cases.
• Governance & Business Case Development : Support decision-making by building robust cases for investment in new equipment or improvements.

II. Essential Skills and Experience

Required :

Education : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience : Minimum of 5 years in financial analysis, operations finance, or FP&A, preferably in manufacturing or supply chain contexts.

Knowledge : Strong understanding of cost accounting, operational metrics, and financial planning cycles (budget, forecast, variance analysis).

Technical Proficiency : Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is highly favored.

Analytical Skills : Ability to synthesize large datasets into clear narratives that drive business decisions.

Communication : Exceptional interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.

Adaptability : Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a high attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

SAP Knowledge : Understanding of SAP data structures for effective analysis and reporting.

Dashboard Creation : Experience building interactive Tableau dashboards tracking KPIs, revenue streams, COGS, OPEX, and CAPEX.

Financial Modeling : Ability to develop and maintain financial models for scenario planning and operational forecasting.

Preferred :

MBA

Experience with manufacturing finance, including standard costing and variance analysis.

Proficiency in data visualization tools for operational reporting.

Proven track record in capital investment analysis and ROI modeling.

Experience leading cross-functional finance and operations initiatives.

Strong storytelling skills, effectively turning data into insights for senior leadership.

Comfort in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

III. Essential Functions

Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and business leaders to ensure financial discipline and strategic alignment.

Deliver timely performance insights to support operational decision-making and share financial updates with partners.

Ensure adherence to governance processes and assist in investment decision-making through comprehensive business case development.

Oversee and report on key operational drivers influencing profitability, efficiency, and growth.

Maintain performance dashboards and KPI reports for enhanced operational visibility.

Participate in or lead initiatives aimed at process improvements, cost reductions, and operational excellence.

Uphold employee and customer confidentiality while adhering to all KARL STORZ US policies and procedures.

IV. Key Attributes

Efficiency Enhancer : Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and planning processes while implementing tools that boost productivity and insights.

Trusted Partner : Cultivate relationships with business partners by fostering operational transparency and contributing to strategic decision-making.

Problem-Solver : Leverage analytical and critical thinking skills to assess risks, identify root causes, and recommend actionable solutions.

Strategic Operations Leader : Act as a liaison between finance and operations, aligning financial outcomes with operational activities and long-term goals.

Travel : Up to 10% as requested by management.

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Eligible Employee Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!

3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time

Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal / paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.

401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)

Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance

We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement

Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually

And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing / health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing / health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and / or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and / or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.

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