Senior Director, Pharmacy and OTC Finance Business Partner

Position Overview

Senior Director, Pharmacy & OTC Finance Business Partner at Albertsons Companies. Reports to the VP of Finance.

Location:

Itasca, IL and Boise,  onsite presence Monday through Thursday.

• Partner with senior leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
• Analyze business financial performance and key performance indicators, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Conduct financial planning and analysis to support business unit decisions.
• Collaborate with functional teams in the preparation and management of the annual operating plan, quarterly projects, and weekly forecasts; monitor and analyze plan and forecast performance.
• Support financial aspects of key projects and initiatives, including cost‑benefit analysis and business cases.
• Work with the pricing team to develop and implement effective pricing strategies; analyze the financial impact of pricing decisions and promotions.
• Use financial data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to functional leaders; support decision‑making processes with robust financial analysis.
• Work closely with various departments to ensure business unit financial alignment and support business objectives.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership and communicate financial performance and strategies effectively.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks related to the function; develop and implement risk management policies.
• Lead a team of managers and analysts.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's preferred) with 7-15 years of experience.
• CPA or CFA certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in a financial leadership role.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

• Analytical skills: ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Communication skills: strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information.
• Collaboration:
  
  ability to work effectively with cross‑functional departments and build strong relationships.
• Technical proficiency: proficiency in financial software, Excel, and data analytics tools.
• Strategic thinking: ability to think strategically and align financial planning with business objectives.

• Strategic Focus
  • Vision and strategy: set the strategic direction and long‑term goals for the department.
  • Cross‑functional leadership: lead cross‑functional initiatives and align departmental goals with the overall organizational strategy.
  • Innovation: drive innovation and change, identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Influencing skills
  • Organizational influence: shape policies, drive organizational change, and influence at a senior leadership level.
  • Stakeholder management: engage with senior leadership, stakeholders, and external partners to advocate for departmental needs and initiatives.
  • Mentorship: develop future leaders and foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Communication: present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Business and financial acumen: deep understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Problem‑solving abilities: identify business unit financial issues and develop innovative solutions.

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well‑being benefits (Medical, Dental, 401(k), and more).
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Invested in training, career growth, and development.
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues.