Finance Leader - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

1X Technologies; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in robotics seeks a Director of Finance to build and lead their finance function focused on manufacturing and supply chain. This role involves establishing financial processes, leading a team, and collaborating with operations to drive financial performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience focused on manufacturing and supply chain finance.
• Proven experience building and leading finance teams.
• Deep understanding of BOM costing methodologies and overhead allocation.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Finance Team.
• Establish Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Framework.
• Oversee BOM costing models and analyze cost drivers.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

MBA or relevant advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Finance Leader - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Target start date: immediately. Relocation provided.

About 1x:

At 1x, we're building the future of embodied intelligence. Our mission is to create human-centric robots that empower people and transform industries. We're a rapidly growing company at the forefront of robotics and AI, driven by innovation, collaboration, and a passion for creating groundbreaking technology. Join us as we scale our operations and build a world-class finance organization.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Finance to build and lead our finance function focused on manufacturing and supply chain. Reporting to the CFO you will be instrumental in establishing the financial infrastructure and processes necessary to support our growing manufacturing footprint and complex supply chain. This is an exciting opportunity to build a team, implement best practices, and drive financial performance in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Responsibilities:

Build and Lead the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Finance Team: Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals to support manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Establish Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Framework: Develop and implement robust budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes for all manufacturing and supply chain costs, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead.

Bill of Materials (BOM) Costing and Analysis: Oversee the development and maintenance of accurate BOM costing models, analyze cost drivers, and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

Overhead Management: Establish and monitor overhead allocation methodologies, analyze overhead spending, and drive efficiency improvements across production facilities.

Production Finance Optimization: Partner with operations and engineering teams to analyze production processes, identify financial implications of operational decisions, and provide recommendations for improved efficiency and profitability.

Inventory Management: Develop and implement policies and procedures for inventory valuation, control, and obsolescence management.

Supply Chain Finance: Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to analyze supplier costs, negotiate favorable terms, and optimize the financial aspects of the supply chain.

Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Analysis: Evaluate and provide financial justification for capital investments in manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.

Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and analysis for management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) related to manufacturing and supply chain.

Internal Controls: Establish and maintain strong internal controls over manufacturing and supply chain financial processes.

Systems Implementation: Participate in the selection and implementation of ERP and other relevant financial systems to support manufacturing and supply chain finance.

Strategic Partnership: Serve as a key financial business partner to operations, engineering, and supply chain leadership, providing financial insights and support for strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Minimum of 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with a significant focus on manufacturing and supply chain finance.

Proven experience building and leading finance teams.

Deep understanding of BOM costing methodologies, overhead allocation, and production finance principles.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively partner with cross-functional teams and present financial information to non-financial audiences.

Experience working in both industrial and technology companies with a manufacturing footprint is highly desirable.

Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.

Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly growing environment.

Location Policy

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.

Typical interviewprocess

Introductions - interviews to learn more about you and talk about 1X and the role

Interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team

Hiring manager / senior team member/ technical interview

Team interviews - technical interviews and deep-dives with team members. May include a take home challenge, presentation or problem-solving exercise

Technical deep-dive conversation with a team member

Onsite interviews with team members

Final stages - you move to the final round

Expectation management with the hiring manager

We will conduct reference checks

Job offer conversation

Depending on the role and your background, additional interviews may be added. You are also welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet, but didn’t get to meet during the interview process.

We are a value driven team
These are the ideas that express our team’s culture and how we work:

Be Nice

Collaboration is our driving force. Our team creates an open, trusting environment where everyone can be their most creative.

Stay Smart

A world-changing team needs the brightest minds in every discipline. This is where people come to work, learn, and grow to their full potential.

Make History

Everything we do gets us closer to one ambitious vision: Creating an Abundant Supply of Labor using Safe, Intelligent Humanoids. We believe what we build today will impact generations.

We are an inclusive environment and value diversity of background, experiences and thought, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to contribute to our mission.

We're excited to get to know you and the prospects of having you on board!