Global Finance Director - Operations (Remote, U.S.)

Global Finance Director - Operations (Remote, U.S.)

Advancing the Future of Freshness�, Together

AgroFresh is a fast-moving, dynamic company dedicated to delivering integrated near- and post-harvest solutions for more freshness and quality, every step of the way from harvest to home. From next-gen digital monitoring and analytics and plant-based coatings to integrated fungicide solutions and SO2 generating sheets for more intelligent packaging, you can count on us for a full suite of near- and post-harvest solutions that help enhance quality and extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables.

When you work at AgroFresh, you work with the leading experts in near- and post-harvest technologies to proactively solve the most pressing challenges. Imagine a world where the produce supply chain has more time every step of the way. Where products get to consumers exactly as the grower intended. Where food loss is minimized, sustainability maximized, and business empowered. This is the world of Smarter Freshness.

What the Role Delivers

We are seeking a Global Finance Director � Operations to lead finance for our Integrated Supply Units (ISUs) and outsourced manufacturing network.

This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role partnering directly with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and global operations teams to drive cost performance, improve visibility, and strengthen decision-making across our supply chain.

You will play a key role in building consistency in global standard costing, improving site-level performance, and driving profitability across products and channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance partner to the COO and global operations leadership


• Lead and standardize global standard costing across all sites and regions


• Own site-level (plant) profitability across Integrated Supply Units globally


• Establish and lead a Monthly Operating Review (MOR) cadence with site leadership


• Drive plant-level accountability through KPIs, scorecards, and performance tracking


• Lead detailed variance analysis, including:
  
  
  
  • Purchase price (PPV)
  
  
  • Material usage and yield
  
  
  • Labor efficiency
  
  
  • Volume / absorption
  
  
  • Non-site / allocated costs
  
  
  
  


• Translate financial results into clear insights and actionable improvements


• Partner with operations to improve cost, efficiency, and yield performance


• Analyze and improve product and channel profitability


• Support planning, forecasting, and strategic initiatives including network optimization and outsourcing


• Improve reporting, dashboards, and data visibility (SAP, Power BI, etc.)

Who to Work With

Primary internal and external stakeholders

• Chief Operating Officer


• Global Operations & Supply Chain Leaders


• Outsourced Manufacturing Partners


• Finance (FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury)


• Commercial & Pricing Teams


• Senior Leadership Team

How We Work

AgroFresh core competencies � those in italics apply for people leaders

• Accountability for results


• Continuous improvement mindset


• Customer focus


• Collaboration across teams

What the Job Requires

• Bachelor�s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA/CMA preferred)


• 12+ years of finance experience, including significant time supporting operations or supply chain


• Strong experience with standard costing and manufacturing finance


• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment


• Comfortable working directly with senior leaders, including the COO

What to Have Done and Know How to Do

These skills and experiences are highly desirable; however, they do not preclude exceptions based on an individual�s performance history and demonstrated potential.

• Ability to turn data into clear insights and actions


• Strong understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Cost accounting and variance analysis
  
  
  • Plant/site-level financial performance
  
  
  • Product and channel profitability
  
  
  
  


• Experience driving accountability and performance improvements


• Strong communication and problem-solving skills


• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and analytics tools

Why Work Here

• We work on problems that matter�reducing food waste and improving freshness globally


• We are growing and evolving as a company and industry


• We value practical thinking, ownership, and results


• We invest in our people and support career development


• We offer competitive compensation and benefits