Vice President, Global Operations Finance

Responsibilities

• Lead global financial strategy to achieve annual financial goals across manufacturing, supply chain and procurement
• Integrate global Cost of Goods Sold into planning, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Standardize product costing, inventory valuation, and financial close processes globally
• Provide executive reporting, monthly performance analysis, and variance insights
• Drive cost efficiency across logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing operations
• Partner with Supply Chain on S&OP, inventory optimization, and network footprint decisions
• Support capital allocation processes and ensure strong ROI governance
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and governance processes to monitor plant performance
• Improve visibility and analytics with focus on Net Structural Savings and cost per metric ton
• Lead supply chain finance excellence across sourcing, inventory, and risk management .
• Build and lead a high-performing global finance organization

Requirements

• Proven executive leadership and team development capabilities
• Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (MBA/CPA preferred)
• 15+ years finance experience including manufacturing / operations finance
• Global leadership experience in a multinational organization
• Deep expertise in cost accounting, supply chain finance, and FP&A
• Strong analytical skills and ERP systems experience (SAP preferred)
• Track record of driving transformation and operational performance improvement.
• What you bring:
• Lead and develop a high-performing global Finance team of professionals; build succession and capability.
• Maintain team expertise in Finance and relevant industry developments
• Ensure effective collaboration and cooperation with members of the Finance Leadership and Operations Leadership team, and support the business segments.
• Actively participate as a functional and enterprise leader in the Finance Leadership Team.
• Why join Ingredion?
• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Supporting your physical, financial, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements - Supporting how and where you work best
• Career Growth - Ongoing development and advancement opportunities
• Employee Recognition - A culture that celebrates impact and contributions
• Employee Referral Program - Incentives for bringing great talent to Ingredion
• Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Benefits

Additional Information

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location : Westchester, IL Workplace type : Hybrid Reports to : Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Reports : 6 direct reports; global team of ~25-30 Scope : Global Operations & Supply Chain (~$6B revenue footprint, 40+ plants, global network) The Global Finance Operations Leader is responsible for Operations, Supply Chain and Procurement Finance across Ingredion's global manufacturing network. The role oversees financial performance, cost competitiveness, and analytics across all regions, partnering closely with Operations, Supply Chain and Procurement leadership to optimize profitability and support sustainable growth.

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