Manager, Finance

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Pharmavite seeks a finance leader in West Hills, CA to drive innovation finance, portfolio planning, and performance management. You will partner with Marketing, R&D, and Finance to assess viability, develop P&Ls, and guide strategic investments.

Strong GAAP and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills are essential, with experience in digital channels like TikTok Shop helpful. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, scenario planning, and delivering actionable insights to support growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• MBA preferred.
• 4–6 years related experience in finance, business analytics, or a related field required.
• 1–3 years related experience in a consumer products company preferred.
• Hyperion Planning experience a plus.
• GAAP knowledge and financial planning processes required.
• Digital commerce/DTC exposure incl. TikTok Shop and related KPIs preferred.
• Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required.
• Copilot/ChatGPT and Power BI knowledge a plus.
• Experience with Profitero/Stackline/Circana/Nielsen a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess financial viability from project inception through commercialization.
• Develop project P&Ls, including costing, pricing, and promotions.
• Support market launch decisions with segment trends and market norms.
• Create short and long-term financial projections for the innovation portfolio.
• Provide planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across Growth initiatives.
• Offer financial modeling and business insights to evaluate opportunities and risks.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to support shifting priorities and initiatives.
• Lead SG&A planning, forecasting, and variance analysis with Marketing and R&D.
• Analyze performance drivers to inform strategic decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA preferred

Tools

Hyperion Planning

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Copilot

ChatGPT

Profitero

Stackline

Circana

Nielsen

Job description

Position Summary

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose - that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life. This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

This West Hills, CA based role supports Pharmavite's growth by providing financial leadership across innovation, emerging channels, and Growth team investments. The role partners cross-functionally to evaluate opportunities, guide decision-making, and support planning, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation Finance, Commercialization & Portfolio Planning: Partner with cross-functional Innovation, Marketing, R&D, and Finance teams from project inception through commercialization to assess financial viability and support key business decisions.

Develop project P&Ls, including product costing, competitive pricing and promotion assessments, channel pricing, and marketing support assumptions.

Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize innovation launches by using segment trends and market norms to inform formulation, product counts, pricing, and launch assumptions.

Develop short- and long-term market projections with Innovation partners to assess opportunities and support prioritization of the total innovation portfolio.

Partner with DTC, TikTok Shop, Marketing, R&D, and Finance teams to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Strategic Business Decision Support: Partner with Innovation and other cross-functional teams to develop long-term scenarios and financial analysis for innovation, TikTok Shop, and other strategic initiatives.

Provide financial modeling and business insights to evaluate opportunities, alternatives, risks, and trade-offs and support business recommendations.

Perform ad-hoc financial and business analysis in partnership with cross-functional stakeholders to support emerging priorities and initiatives.

Financial Planning & Performance Management: Lead/support Growth team SG&A planning, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting in partnership with Marketing and R&D.

Analyze financial performance, key drivers, risks, and opportunities and provide insights to cross-functional business partners to support planning and forecasting decisions.

Qualifications

Ability to work a hybrid schedule of three days a week onsite in the West Hills, CA headquarters.

Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience Required.

Advanced Degree or equivalent work experience MBA Preferred.

4-6 years related experience experience in finance, business analytics, or a related field Required.

1-3 years related experience experience in a consumer products company preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Hyperion Planning experience is a plus.

Knowledge of GAAP, financial statement analytics, financial planning processes required.

Experience supporting digital commerce, DTC, or social commerce channels, including TikTok Shop and understanding of digital sales drivers and e- Commerce KPIs preferred.

Advanced PC skills using Excel and PowerPoint required.

Proficient knowledge of Co-Pilot, Chat GPT, and data visualization tools such as Power BI a plus.

Experience with customer-specific data, reports, and analytical tools such as Profitero, Stackline, Circana, and Nielsen Collaborates effectively across functions, communicates clearly, and engages stakeholders to develop practical, value-added solutions.

Self-motivated and adaptable, with the initiative to navigate ambiguity, manage shifting priorities, and continuously improve.

Ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects and reprioritize as necessary.

Detail-oriented problem solver with the ability to connect analysis to broader business trends, drivers, and decision-making.

Physical or Work Requirements

Primarily performs work in an office or remote environment and require extended periods of sitting, computer use, and verbal communication. Physical activity is generally limited to occasional standing, walking, repetitive keyboard and mouse use, and light lifting of office materials or equipment up to 10-15 pounds. Employees may occasionally travel or attend meetings in varying office or customer environments.

Travel

Travel: 5% Travel minimal; as needed.

Our Offer

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist - you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team - to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization. Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being - as well as peace of mind. These rewards - plus our new recognition program - ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

Salary: National Target Base Pay Range: (min) $117,000 - (mid) $156,000 - (max) $195,000. The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and New York metro the Target Base Pay Range is (min) $130,000 - (mid) $173,000 - (max) $216,000 to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and other wellness benefits.

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.

Equal Opportunity

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

California Fair Chance Act

Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Purpose and Culture

More than 50 years ago, our founders aimed to improve health & wellness by focusing on the basics—good nutrition and essential vitamins & minerals. Since that day, we've become a leader in the health and wellness industry and have earned the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike. Our sole purpose then and now is to bring the gift of health to life, by helping people achieve a healthier way of living. This purpose is our passion and priority. Helping people live healthier, fulfilling lives is no simple task. Guiding us on our journey are our core beliefs. Simply put, we believe energy and vitality fuel the pursuit of happiness. We believe our world of plenty is creating a poverty of health, but good health should be within reach for all. We also believe in achieving good health through the power of complete nutrition—not quick fixes—and that you can’t have trust without truth. Culture isn't something that's easily explained, but you know it when you feel it. And at Pharmavite, we like our people to feel supported. PRO-GROWTH You deserve opportunities to excel and grow professionally, no matter what role you play at Pharmavite. So we offer training and development opportunities to help you pursue your goals. FULLY DIVERSE Everyone has a different view of the world, and we love that. Having a workplace where everyone is heard is key to good collaboration and meaningful participation. HEALTH-MINDED Health isn't something we deliver only to customers. Our employees and their families are on the receiving end too, through wellness programs that help us practice what we preach.