Financial Leadership & Strategy Own the financial budget, forecasting and planning for inbound freight, partnering with Supply Chain and Procurement to drive cost optimization and long-range planning. Provide decision support for vendor negotiations, cost analysis, annual standard cost setting that impact pricing decisions. Identify financial risks and opportunities, develop mitigation plans, and drive alignment across senior stakeholders. Forecasting & Performance Management Lead the monthly and quarterly close processes for inbound freight. Develop and refine forecast methodologies that improve accuracy and visibility into rate and volume drivers. Continuously refine forecast accuracy and lead forecast walk processes. Monitor performance vs. budget, conduct variance analysis, and recommend corrective actions. Cost Modeling & Analytics Own freight cost assumptions used in annual standard cost setting. Build analytical tools and models to provide visibility into rate drivers and cost trends. Analyze market trends, carrier performance, and macroeconomic factors to anticipate cost movements. Cross-Functional Partnership Serve as the primary finance partner to Procurement Leads, Supply Chain teams, Corporate FP&A, and Brand Cost Leads. Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve financial visibility, operational efficiency, and cost discipline. Facilitate strategic discussions, present insights to leadership, and influence decisions through data-driven storytelling. Reporting & Systems Leverage SAP, Hyperion, Power. BI, and other financial systems to deliver high-quality reporting and analysis. Oversee the development of dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics that support strategic decision-making. Provide ad-hoc analysis to support business decisions. Leadership & Capability Building Set priorities, guide workload distribution, and ensure the team delivers high-quality outputs across cycles. Mentor analysts and cross-functional partners, building financial acumen and strategic thinking capabilities. Champion continuous improvement, driving enhancements to processes, tools, and financial governance Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. 5 years of experience in FP&A, supply chain finance, or commercial finance with increasing responsibility. Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive strategic initiatives. Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Proficiency with SAP, Hyperion, Power. BI, and advanced Excel. AI experience a plus or AI proficiency preferred but not required Excellent communication skills with executive presence and the ability to lead cross-functional discussions. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Experience leading or mentoring others, formally or informally. What We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. A collaborative environment where your insights shape business outcomes. Access to advanced financial tools and technologies. #LI-DM 1 Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL)