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Chris Ostermann

@chrisostermann

Solutions-focused leader with experience in financial, operational, and analytics knowledge.

United States

What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my financial, operational, and analytics expertise to drive business growth and improvement.

As a seasoned professional with a strong background in finance, operations, and analytics, I have developed a unique ability to drive business growth through strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting. With extensive cross-functional experience in finance, operations, information technology, and sales and account management, I possess a deep understanding of the intricacies of business operations.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven track record of success in areas such as financial analysis, pricing, trend and variance analysis, team management, and process optimization. My expertise in budget and forecast preparation, project management, and strategic business planning has enabled me to deliver predictive, insightful, and accurate results that drive business growth.

With a strong educational foundation in business administration and certifications in Lean Six Sigma, I am well-equipped to navigate complex business environments and drive process improvements that yield tangible results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Weis Staffing Resources logoWR
Current

Financial Analyst

Weis Staffing Resources

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Collaborate with the FP&A Manager to prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for a $500 million product line. Enhanced budget accuracy by 17% through variance analysis and predictive modeling. Use various discovery tools to mine large sets of data, determine correlations, and identify key performance indicators. Perform variance analysis on revenue, expenses, and margin.

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Sales & Operations Planning Manager

iGPS

May 2011 - Jun 2013 (2 years 1 month)

Directed the monthly S&OP process for 2 billion smart pallets and developed strategic volume plans. Led a task force that improved new business approval turnaround by 50%. Developed strategic predictive modeling/scenario analysis leading to 90% win rate within segmented business units. Orchestrated annual budget and strategic volume plans with one-, three-, and five-year constraints.

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