Chris Ostermann
@chrisostermann
Solutions-focused leader with experience in financial, operational, and analytics knowledge.
What I'm looking for
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
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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.
Senior Analyst - Exchange Marketplace
UPMC
Aug 2013 - Aug 2023 (10 years)
Generated management reports and monitored a multi-million dollar budget. Monitored multi-million-dollar budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making. Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by 20% and managed a $1 billion risk adjustment submission.
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.
Senior Analyst FP&A
Express Scripts
Jun 2003 - Apr 2011 (7 years 10 months)
Managed a $500 million specialty business budget and developed pricing models. Presented significant improvements to enhance company growth initiatives. Presented $100+ million improvements involving business development and strategic alignment to enhance company growth initiatives.
Financial Analyst III
Eckerd
Feb 2000 - May 2003 (3 years 3 months)
Collaborated with finance teams to prepare management reports and developed complex financial models for strategic decision-making.
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