About this opportunity
Hayward Holdings, Inc. lists this VP, Finance – Global Supply Chain opportunity in charlotte, Arkansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company‑owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary finance partner to Global Supply Chain and Operations leadership, providing fact‑based insights to support strategic and operational decisions.
Translate operational strategies (network optimization, make/buy decisions, manufacturing footprint optimization, capacity planning, cost savings) into clear financial implications and business cases.
Support long‑range planning, capital investment prioritization, and scenario modeling tied to growth, resilience, and productivity initiatives. Financial Planning, Analysis & Performance Management
Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for global operations, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and inventory.
Own and explain operational P&L drivers, including cost of goods sold, absorption, productivity, inflation, and operational variances.
Lead monthly Finance / Operational KPI review by factory and region.
Partner with FP&A and Supply Chain Finance COEs to ensure consistent assumptions, analytics, and performance reporting. Cost, Productivity & Margin Improvement
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain leaders to identify, quantify, and track cost reduction, productivity, and margin improvement initiatives.
Provide financial leadership on sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, transportation optimization, and footprint decisions.
Establish financial guardrails while enabling speed and flexibility in operational execution. Working Capital & Inventory Optimization
Drive financial rigor around inventory management, obsolescence, turns, and cash conversion.
Partner with Operations, Planning & Logistics teams to improve forecasting accuracy and working capital efficiency.
Provide transparency and accountability for inventory‑related risks and opportunities. Capital Investment & Governance
Lead financial evaluation of capital investments, automation initiatives, and operational transformation programs.
Ensure disciplined capital governance, post‑investment tracking, and return‑on‑investment analysis. Leadership & Talent Development
Lead and develop a high‑performing team of finance business partners and managers supporting global operations.
Model a “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” leadership style, balancing people leadership with direct individual contribution.
Build strong cross‑functional relationships and influence at senior leadership levels.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA strongly preferred).
15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations‑intensive environments.
Demonstrated success as a senior finance business partner supporting global operations or supply chain organizations.
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, working capital, and operational finance drivers.
Proven ability to influence senior leaders, challenge assumptions, and drive change through data and insight.
Experience working in a matrixed, global organization and partnering within a COE finance model.
Key Competencies
Strategic and operational finance leadership
Executive‑level business partnering
Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities
Operational acumen and systems thinking
Change leadership and influence
Clear, concise executive communication
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Improved cost competitiveness and operational margin performance
Strong financial visibility and decision support for Global Supply Chain & Operations leadership
Disciplined capital deployment and measurable returns on investment
Enhanced working capital efficiency and inventory management
A trusted, value‑added finance partner embedded in the operations leadership team
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Worksite address
charlotte, AR, 72522, US
Who can apply
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