Director of Business Operations and Finance

Director of Business Operations and Finance Location Toronto, ON :

Join The Forever Group as the Director of Business Operations and Finance and unlock a world of opportunity! With 30 years of industry expertise, we are a Canadian powerhouse, known for our entrepreneurial drive and dedication to crafting top-notch consumer brands available at leading retailers worldwide. As a pivotal part of our team, you'll spearhead financial and operational excellence, driving innovation and growth. Your journey with us promises professional development and the chance to leave your mark on a global stage.

Apply now and discover what's in it for you - a career brimming with promise, success, and the chance to shape the future of our dynamic company and work with an innovative and creative CEO.

Become an integral part of The Forever Group family and let's achieve remarkable milestones together. Apply now and let your business expertise thrive in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

About the Company

The Forever Group is a privately held Canadian company with 30 years of experience. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to developing quality innovative consumer brands sold globally at leading retailers.

There are 3 unique brands in our portfolio:

• Fashion Care: Sustainable laundry care brand that enables people to care for the “clothes they love” in harmony with the planet.
• Be Confident: Fashion Fit Solutions designed to boost comfort and confidence by providing discrete solutions for common wardrobe dilemmas.
• Moss Creek Wool Works: Canadian made wool dryer balls on a mission to replace toxic dryer sheets and fabric softeners.

Job Summary:

The Director of Business Operations and Finance is accountable for the infrastructure that ensures the Company is operating efficiently. This includes the leadership of the financial functions of the company, information systems, warehousing, logistics, order management, and production. In addition, this role is responsible for key business processes. These processes include financial reporting, business planning, sales & inventory planning. This position will also be responsible for managing the strategic partnerships with key vendors that support production and logistics.

The Forever Group is looking to build the next level of leadership reporting to the CEO. This position will be the key business partner for the CEO to ensure that the company operates with systems and processes that enable the company to grow at an accelerated rate. The opportunity will initially oversee 3 direct reports and 7 in total.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities but not limited to:

Business Systems

• Provide leadership in support of IT and ERP systems, business processes, data reporting, and analysis required for effective and timely decision-making by cross-functional departments.
• Lead a digital transformation over the next 2 years which drives efficiency of business operations and productivity of employees.
• Identify software business solutions and lead the implementations across the organization.

Logistics & Warehousing

• Coach the logistics team to ensure efficient distribution and warehousing solutions.
• Provide leadership to ensure the team is minimizing cost for logistics & warehousing while providing excellent service to our customers.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing Leadership to meet the needs of our customers.

Manufacturing

• Analyze current manufacturing process and identify efficiency opportunities.

Order Flow Management

• Ensure that orders are processed accurately and efficiently and meet customer compliance requirements.

Financial Management, Reporting and Controls

• Lead the planning and budget process working closely with all departments.
• Managing and mentoring the finance and operations teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement.

Business Insights

• Create the data infrastructure to ensure that analytics is performed efficiently and with accurate data.
• Set the company standard for business analysis to improve performance and guide decision making.

Sales and Inventory Planning

• Lead the forecasting and production planning process to ensure the Forever Group optimizes in-stock levels at the minimal possible costs while managing inventory risk.

Role Requirements:

• Post-Secondary Education specializing in business and finance.
• CPA/CA designation in good standing is considered an asset.
• Experience in the implementation of ERP and IT systems is required .
• Minimum 10 years operations and financial leadership experience.
• Experience leading strategic business planning.
• Experience working in a planning or finance role in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Suite (or similar).
• Strong business analysis skills and business judgment.
• Financial management and reporting for external and internal compliance.

Travel Requirements:

• Overseas travel may be required on a limited basis.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to bring excitement to support our teams in marketing and other areas and build strong working partnerships both internal and external.
• Inquisitive learner, curious about continuous improvement and innovation in the finance and operations function.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Strong customer focus and dedication to support our business partners through better tools and process.
• Results-oriented individual; well organized with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Proven critical thinking skills necessary for problem-solving, conflict resolution, decision-making.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, handle multiple demands and competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Proven skill set as a strategic thinker with the ability to plan, execute, and achieve results.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package including savings matching plan
• 4 weeks vacation
• A focus on growing your career path with us

JOB TYPE: THIS ROLE IS ON-SITE SALARY: Up to 150K based on experience plus bonus

If you are ready to make an impact and be part of a company that values innovation and sustainability, The Forever Group is the place for you. Join us in redefining consumer brands and apply for the Director, Business Operations and Finance position today!

At The Forever Group, we hire skilled individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, and other protected statutes in keeping with human rights legislation.

Please notify us anytime during the hiring process if you require accommodation and we will work with you to provide a suitable accommodation solution.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• This position requires travel for tradeshows any issues travelling?
• Do you have experience in the retail environment?
• Do you have 10 years or more working and leading in the operations and financial areas of the organization?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• operations and financial leadership: 10 years (required)
• ERP systems and IT Systems: 8 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person