VP, Commercial Finance Communications BU

Position: VP, Commercial Finance for Communications BU
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

.Job Title Vice President, Finance – Communications Role Summary The VP, Finance – Communications serves as the senior finance partner to the Communications business leadership team, providing strategic, commercial, and operational financial leadership across a global, complex, and rapidly growing portfolio. This role is accountable for driving profitable growth, disciplined capital allocation, cash flow optimization, and risk management, while building scalable financial processes and strong business partnership across Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain.  

The role acts as a trusted advisor to the Communications Business President and leadership team, translating strategy into financial outcomes and ensuring financial rigor across forecasting, pricing, investments, and execution for this product business.

Key Responsibilities Strategic & Business Partnership Serve as the primary finance advisor to Communications executive leadership, influencing strategy, growth priorities, and resource allocation. Partner closely with Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain leaders to align financial objectives with business execution. Facilitate long‑range planning, including annual operating plans and multi‑year strategic plans for Communications product business.  Financial Performance & Analytics Own product P&L management for the Communications segment, including revenue, margin, operating income, and cash flow performance.

Lead forecasting and variance analysis, providing clear, data‑driven insights into performance drivers, risks, and opportunities. Deliver executive‑level financial commentary that connects operational outcomes to financial results.  Commercial Finance & Risk Management Ensure all customer quotations, pricing models, and commercial deals appropriately reflect risk, return, and capital considerations (including Risk‑Adjusted ROIC). Review and approve financial aspects of new customer contracts and major program expansions.

Support with financial modeling and anticipate future business needs. Partner with business teams to proactively identify, mitigate, and manage commercial, customer, and execution risks.  Cash Flow, Working Capital & Capital Allocation Drive disciplined working capital management and cash flow optimization across Communications operations. Provide financial leadership on capital investments, capacity expansions, automation, and footprint decisions in support of growth. Support governance and prioritization of capital deployment aligned with business strategy.  

Organizational Leadership & Talent Development Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing Communications finance organization across regions. Establish clear roles, accountability, and scalable finance processes to support business growth. Act as a role model for collaboration, analytical rigor, and leadership across the broader Finance organization.  Governance & Reviews Lead quarterly financial reviews with senior leadership, ensuring transparency, accountability, and action orientation.

Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, internal controls, and external reporting requirements.  Qualifications & Experience MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Finance or related field strongly preferred. 15+ years of progressive finance leadership…