Financial & Supply Chain Analyst
General Dynamics UK
Job Description
Job Description General Dynamics Mission SystemsâCanada is seeking a highly analytical professional to lead the financial planning, reporting, and performanceâdriven optimization of our supplyâchain operations. The role blends deep financial expertise with systemsâfocused process improvement to ensure that material cost estimates, budgets, and key performance indicators (KPIs) are accurate, transparent, and strategically aligned with the companyâs missionâcritical programs. The incumbent will serve as the primary financial steward for the Canadian supplyâchain function, partnering with senior analysts, program managers, procurement, and external suppliers to drive costâcompetitiveness, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities Generate and maintain supplyâchain financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership Track, analyze, and report internal and supplier KPIs that have direct financial impact (cost variance, spend efficiency, onâtime delivery) Execute Material Estimates at Complete (EAC) and produce detailed costâtoâcomplete analyses Perform trend analysis on material cost escalation and develop costâreduction strategies Own the material budget baseline, incorporating opportunities, risk tracking, and variance analysis Develop and maintain material target strategies that align with program financial goals Build analytical models to evaluate supplyâchain performance, cost drivers, and profitability Provide dataâdriven recommendations to senior leadership for cost optimization and strategic investment decisions Support customer quotation activities, including supplier interaction, quote review, database updates, and export data analysis with a focus on financial accuracy Lead supplyâchain optimization projects that deliver measurable financial benefits Design and implement endâtoâend operational and performance metrics to support continuous improvement and strategic initiatives Identify and address system deficiencies that affect financial data integrity Represent GDMSâCanada in Mission Systems supplyâchain system and software implementations to ensure financial data consistency Key Deliverables Monthly/quarterly financial performance reports (cost variance, budget status, KPI trends) Material Cost Baseline & Risk Register (updated each program phase) Analytical models and business cases for costâsaving initiatives KPI dashboard (realâtime visibility of financial health across supplyâchain partners) Recommendations for system enhancements that improve financial data capture and reporting accuracy Qualifications Demonstrated experience with supplyâchain financial analysis, budgeting, and cost estimation Proven track record of delivering financial insights that influence strategic decisions Analytical thinker with strong quantitative abilities Excellent understanding of key financial and performance indicators Ability to translate business strategies into concrete financial actions Effective communicator; can champion new ideas and convey a clear vision to stakeholders Strong ethics, adherence to deadlines, and sound decisionâmaking judgment Proficiency with financial modeling tools (Excel, Power BI, or comparable analytics platforms) Experience with supplyâchain ERP or lifecycle management systems is preferred 5+ years in a highâtechnology, defence, government, or manufacturing environment University degree or 3âyear college diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Sciences, or a related field Security & Eligibility It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission SystemsâCanada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information The hiring range for this position is $73,500-$92,000 CAD annual. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA), emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with topâup options, sick leave, and disability programs Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employeesâ children #J-18808-Ljbffr