Director, Finance - Distribution & Transportation

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands here

Job Description

As a Director, Finance – Distribution & Transportation, you will play a critical role as the key finance business partner to the Distribution & Transportation leader. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and provide actionable insights that improve financial performance. This role will also play a pivotal role supporting tariff analytics & mitigation efforts, reporting to the Vice President, Finance – Operations.

Position Location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield, IL.

Effective mid-2025, Fortune Brands will transition to a new world-class campus in Deerfield,
bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices, brands, and functions. The campus will
offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration, along with amenities for dining, onsite daycare,
fitness and recreation

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Finance partner supporting the leader of Distribution & Transportation, providing strategic financial insights and guidance.
• Report directly to the VP, Finance – Operations, contributing to the broader operational finance strategy and execution.
• Own the development and delivery of the Distribution & Transportation P&L, managing costs and ensuring return on investment.
• Lead the coordination and consolidation of annual budgets and strategic plans for Distribution & Transportation, aligning with broader operational goals.
• Oversee the implementation and ongoing oversight of inventory controls at distribution centers to ensure inventory accuracy, reduce shrink, and support operational effectiveness.
• Drive process efficiency and cost improvements across distribution operations, partnering with site leaders to identify and execute initiatives.
• Develop a deep understanding of logistics and transportation market trends to provide proactive, actionable insights that influence strategy and drive long-term value.
• Provide financial support in contract negotiations with third-party logistics providers and carriers, helping to structure cost-effective agreements and measure performance against service level agreements.
• Oversee the accuracy and optimization of freight and logistics spend, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and alignment with business objectives.
• Manage and improve reporting from third-party logistics providers and internal systems, delivering actionable insights to operational leadership.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all transportation-related financial reporting, including freight accruals, carrier performance, and cost-to-serve analysis.
• Partner with the business intelligence team to enhance reporting capabilities, drive automation, and improve performance tracking.
• Support network optimization efforts, providing financial modeling and scenario analysis to guide strategic decisions.
• Partner with operations and IT to support the financial integration of new systems, technologies, or processes (e.g., WMS, TMS), ensuring accurate reporting and streamlined workflows.
• Support tariff analytics & mitigation efforts, supporting and informing various cross-functional teams
• Manage and mentor a team of Financial Analysts, prioritizing deliverables and supporting their professional development.
• Support additional projects and initiatives as assigned by the VP, Finance – Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field required. 10+ years of experience preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience required.
• Must possess strong communication (oral and written) and analytical skills with ability to communicate detailed analysis into relevant, clear, and concise information leading to actionable initiati