Job Description

Requisition ID: 911618 
Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards:  Benefits/Incentive Information

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The candidate will lead financial reporting, planning, and analysis for North American freight operations, working closely with operations leadership to provide support, gather and summarize critical data, and leverage automated reporting solutions and analytics. This role requires strong analytical abilities, solid business acumen, and deep competency with business intelligence tools, along with a strong understanding of logistics and freight operations.

Responsibilities include developing departmental budgets, forecasts, and estimates in partnership with operational owners and finance leadership to ensure financial commitments are met; performing monthly variance analyses and preparing accruals and accounting adjustments for accurate financial closing; collaborating with market FP&A teams to reconcile monthly service charges; and preparing and reviewing financial reports and KPIs while providing management input and maintaining a clear view of risks and opportunities within their areas of responsibility.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops strong business partnerships with Operations Leadership and key stakeholders by setting short- and long-term financial and operational targets and driving the execution of business strategies.
• Leads the freight month-end close process and related controlling activities, including identifying, preparing, and adjusting accruals; collaborates closely with Market FP&A to ensure accurate allocation and billing of service charges.
• Owns the design, development, and maintenance of Operations/Finance business intelligence infrastructure, dashboards, and reporting solutions.
• Partners with Operations leadership to conduct deep-dive analyses into trends, productivity KPIs, and operational insights; prepares management reports to satisfy both local and corporate requirements.
• Enables effective decision-making by retrieving, consolidating, and transforming data from multiple sources into clear, actionable formats.
• Leads cost-optimization initiatives and evaluates financial returns on automation and process-improvement projects.
• Provides financial insights and recommendations for periodic business reviews with senior management.
• Drives simplification and efficiency across finance operations by identifying opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance processes and tools.
• Manages financial relationships with freight forwarders and transportation providers, ensuring service performance and supporting the resolution of operational issues.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related quantitative field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial/analytical roles, preferably within logistics, operations, or manufacturing
• Strong financial analysis skills with proficiency in Excel and SAP
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
• Strong learning agility and adaptability in fast-paced, changing environments
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and drive process or business enhancements
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize across shifting demands

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA and/or CPA
• Experience in building business intelligence infrastructure and solutions (from data warehouse development to interactive dashboards)
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Demonstrate leadership skills throughout ownership of projects, working proactively, and seeking out new opportunities

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email  HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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