Manager of Analysis Dixie® Operations - Georgia-Pacific

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking an experienced Manager of Analysis to join our Dixie® Operations Finance team, supporting our manufacturing facility in Fort Smith, AR . This critical role will focus on providing strategic financial leadership and analysis to drive operational improvements and support strategic decision-making. You will partner with manufacturing and finance teams to close gaps, create value, and transform operations through actionable insights and strategic planning.

Location: This role requires on-site financial support for the manufacturing plant in in Fort Smith, AR. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office days with the flexibility to work from home part-time. The Manager of Analysis reports to the Director of Operations Finance, located in Atlanta.

Our Team: The Operations Finance team spans all GP operations and corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA. We are dedicated to supporting manufacturing teams embracing strong economic and critical thinking, leveraging point-of-views, and considering alternatives and ranges of outcomes when making investment decisions. Our collaborative approach involves partnership with Plant Accounting, Commercial Finance, and other Centers of Excellence.

How We Work: We operate with an entrepreneurial mindset, providing strategic direction and coaching across the finance and operations team. Success in this role involves building trusted business partner relationships, leveraging analytical skills, and challenging processes to drive value and innovation.

The Dixie® business is part of Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products business. Dixie® delivers value across both retail and B2B channels with quality disposable tableware products that provide convenience in today's busy world. With an extensive line of disposable plates, bowls, cups and cutlery, Dixie® has solutions to help consumers stay on top of everyday life.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with manufacturing and finance team to develop insights into cost drivers and align on manufacturing priorities.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership to identify performance drivers, creating and executing work plans to drive improvement.
• Develop strategic plans that enhance production and spending efficiency metrics.
• Execute operations bet tracking and performance analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead financial planning, management reporting, and analytics for both manufacturing sites.
• Advance economic thinking around capital and expense investments with manufacturing team.
• Contribute to monthly forecasting, providing insights into financial performance, variances, and opportunities.
• Create leadership and ad-hoc business presentations to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to challenge the status quo and propose innovative solutions.
• Uphold and promote the Principles-Based Management® culture by reinforcing the company's Core Values and Principles.

Who You Are (Basic Requirements):

• Proven experience in financial analysis, accounting, operations finance, or related roles, with a strong grasp of financial concepts and economic principles.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and solving operational challenges, driving continuous improvement.
• Transformation-focused, with the ability to adapt and prioritize in a dynamic environment, embracing change and process improvement.
• Proficient in sourcing and analyzing large volumes of data, developing informed perspectives and solutions.
• Effective communicator, capable of presenting complex financial concepts to diverse audiences and engaging stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, guiding projects and mentoring team members.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting or Strategy.
• Finance experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, including financial modeling and data visualization.
• Experience with data analysis/visualization tools, such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, and ERP systems like SAP.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and drive transformation within manufacturing operations.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are Georgia-Pacific is a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf

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