5 Senior Management Roles jobs in Montclair

Summary of Job Description:

The Vice President, Financial Analysis and Strategic Planning is responsible for the company's financial and strategic planning covering both Corporate and Operations finance. This position works with leaders within FAST as well as in Operations and other departments to generate financial and operating insights as the basis for decision-making, financial improvement opportunities, and enhancement of the business. The Vice President, Financial Analysis & Strategic Planning leads a team of managers and professionals, coaching and developing associates to elevate their performance.

You'll get a chance to:

• Leads the company's financial planning by taking a forward-looking perspective to the company's financial situation on a global basis. Oversees all financial analysis related to improving the company's financial performance. Develops future Finance strategies and processes in collaboration with CFO. Integrates Finance services and support across FAST and with other departments (Ops, RD, etc.) providing effective customer service. Promotes effective flow of communication related to financial planning across the company.
• Updates the five-year strategic plan on a semi-annual basis. Develops growth plans based on assumptions and metrics
• Leads the Financial Planning and Strategy team (Corporate and Operations Finance, Analytics and Strategy) by managing, coaching, and developing associates, including managers and professionals. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff and developing and elevating associate performance to support the company's growth strategies
• Responsible for Corporate Finance, leading the company's AOP and budgeting process, responsive to changing needs and to the company's evolution and growth. Provides financial modeling and analysis to senior leaders to support their decision making related to achieving the company's growth goals and targets. Oversees the Corporate Finance team's preparation of current and two year financial forecasts and reporting in support of senior leadership's decision making. Uses analytical tools to create dashboards and analyses to support decision making
• Responsible for Operations Finance, working with Operations leadership to provide financial analysis that drives operating efficiencies and sales growth. Oversees the Operations Finance team's preparation of financial reports on Operations results on a periodic basis. Works with Operations Finance to communicate business results on a Zone, Region, and Area basis and provide recommendations for operational efficiencies and business enhancement. Oversees analysis related to the economic impact of initiatives undertaken by Operations (e.g., opening new stores) and provides operational insights derived from the analysis. Works with Operations Finance team to train and coach Operators to enhance their financial skills, as well as in identifying and delivering financial improvements to the restaurants
• Leads or participates in the formulation and implementation of strategic business initiatives and contributes to the strategic planning process. Address discrete business problems and challenges thought processes when appropriate
• Conducts research on key competitors and compares the company's market position to its competitors. Researches competitors' customer satisfaction, sales, market penetration and growth. Monitors and interprets current industry trends
• Leads major company-wide, cross-functional projects with significant impact on the company's future when appropriate.

How we reward you:

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance and MBA required
• Minimum fifteen years of finance experience, preferably in a multi-state, multi-entity retail/hospitality environment with increasing management responsibility
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Pay Range: E1: $242,500 - $384,000 / Annual

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Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You're wanted here:

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team vie email at

**Director, Strategic Partnerships & Planning**
This role reports into an executive leader at Anywhere Integrated Services. Our team is focused on designing and building out Anywhere's new business line under a new brand, Upward Title & Closing. This business line will consist of joint ventures between Anywhere Integrated Services' wholly owned title and closing companies and participating Anywhere Brands real estate affiliates.
This role will be responsible for supporting Upward's go to market roadmap; and leading the collaboration with partners and leadership to build a high-impact business plan for each new company. We are looking for a passionate and experienced strategist who will help to own both external partnerships and financial modeling for our suite of companies.
Successful individuals in this role can plan on earning a competitive base salary and variable compensation.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Partner Management - Support ownerships of broker-owner relationships, input, and questions from Anywhere franchisees during the 3-6 month implementation phase. Own relationships with partners post-launch and develop a programmatic approach for ongoing partner success.
- Company Financial Planning: Support the build of high-impact roadmap and viable joint venture entities, including: identifying viable geographies for additional affiliate outreach, working with finance to build pro-formas, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners on office footprint, staffing, and implementation decisions
- Leadership & Communications - Serve a key communicator and program owner during the 3-5 month implementation phase. Set a precedent for thoughtful listening and iteration. Ensure launch progress and key decisions are clearly and enthusiastically communicated to internal stakeholders, including leaders in operations, legal, finance, marketing, and Anywhere brand partners.
- Thoughtful Implementation - Collaborate with internal teams to own and iterate on the workplan and ensure all launch processes are efficient and impact-oriented. Think outside the box on how things should (or could) be done.
**Minimum Requirements:**
- 5+ years of experience in strategic or partnership management functions; no real estate or industry experience required.
- Experience in working closely with external partners (clients, partners, etc) to build and communicate business strategies and plans. Expertise in pitching a plus.
- High degree of confidence working with financial models and partnering with finance stakeholders
- Expert in program management and ownership, including data-driven iteration on the value proposition, processes, and communications of a complex program/offering.
- Proven experience in leadership level communications and presentations; experience in managing external partners a plus.
- Stellar communication and presentation skills
- Superb time management skills and a strong sense of ownership for outcomes
- Ability to work independently, including analyzing and proposing changes in strategy, tools, and structure
- Diverse candidates, thinking, and backgrounds encouraged!
**Anywhere is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees including:**
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and Long-term disability benefits, AD&D
+ 401(k) savings plan with company match
+ Paid Time Off to Include Holidays, Vacation Time, and Sick Time
+ Paid Family & Paternity Leave
+ Life Insurance
+ Business Travel Accident Insurance
+ All employees receive access to LinkedIn Learning
+ Tuition reimbursement for approved programs
+ Employee Referral Program
+ Adoption Assistance Program
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Health and Wellness Program and Incentives
+ Employee Discounts
+ Employee Resource Groups
Anywhere Integrated Services is a driving force in the title and settlement services industry. Anywhere Integrated Services?is national in scope, but each of its companies are locally staffed, with a wealth of experience in settlement services. We operate in 49 states as well as the District of Columbia, and provide closing services in all 50. Anywhere Integrated Services?is a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate. Anywhere Real Estate is a publicly traded company and a global provider of real estate services. It franchises and owns several of the industry's leading real estate brands and brokerages.
Anywhere Integrated Services' Family of Companies operate more than 40 distinct company and brand names throughout the United States such as Title One (ID), Sunbelt Title (FL), Equity Title (CA), Texas American Title Company (TX), Market Street Settlement Group (NH/ME), Mid-Atlantic Settlement (MD), Burnet Title (MN / IL / WI) and U.S. Title (MO).
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. ( ? **(NYSE: HOUS) is moving real estate to what's next.** Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate?Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate ( ,?Century 21® ( ,?Coldwell Banker® ( ,?Coldwell Banker Commercial® ( ,?Corcoran® ( ,?ERA® ( , and?Sotheby's International Realty® ( , we fulfill our purpose to empower everyone's next move through our leading integrated services, which include franchise, brokerage, relocation, and title and settlement businesses, as well as mortgage and title insurance underwriter minority owned joint ventures. Anywhere supports nearly 1 million home sale transactions annually and our portfolio of industry-leading brands turns houses into homes in more than 118 countries and territories across the world.
**At Anywhere, we are empowering everyone's next move - your career included.** What differentiates us is our scale, expertise, network, and unique business model that positions us as a trusted advisor throughout every stage of the real estate transaction. **We pursue talent** - strategic thinkers who are eager to always find a better way, relentlessly focus on talent, obsess about growth, and achieve exceptional results. **We value our people-first culture,** which thrives on empowerment, innovation, and cross-company collaboration as we keep moving the world forward, together. Read more about our company culture and values in our annual Impact Report ( .
We are proud of our award-winning culture and are consistently recognized as an employer of choice by various organizations including:
+ Great Place to Work
+ Forbes World's Best Employers
+ Newsweek World's Most Trustworthy Companies
+ Ethisphere World's Most Ethical Companies
EEO Statement: EOE including disability/veteran

Choose To Make A Difference

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer in a multi-faceted academic and administration setting, this role is responsible for facilities planning, construction, and space utilization programs. The position involves planning, project management, budgeting, procurement, and coordination with campus executives.

Additionally, the position is responsible for procurement and vendor management, planning, and operations for all locations, including supply, inventory, distribution, receiving, warehousing, packaging, shipping, transportation, and related operations. It oversees OSHA, fire, and safety programs for each campus, ensuring compliance with all government regulations and environmental, health, and security standards.

The role involves working on new campus locations and significant tenant improvements, including collaborating with vendors to complete these improvements. It is responsible for developing strategic goals and objectives for the company and negotiating and implementing contracts, acquisitions, and programs to support these goals. Furthermore, the position includes planning and research for new services, new facilities, and new markets for expansion and growth.

Essential functions and Responsibilities: (Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.)

• Plans, directs and manages the day-to-day operation of facilities including oversight of property management relationship and staff.
• Develops departmental plans, sets goals, and implements procedures to enhance productivity and customer service.
• Manages lease contracts and real estate matters.
• Ensures facility projects meet timelines, budget targets, and comply with corporate, industry, building, and city standards.
• Liaises with project management, architectural and construction contractors on campus design, budgets, contracts, and construction management issues.
• Ensures design and execution of facility projects and meets marketing image and business requirements of the company relating to operations and maintenance, real estate, project planning and management, communication, finance, quality assessment, facility function, technology integration, and management of human and environmental factors.
• Develops a system for measuring and identifying trends, patterns and impacts of facility utilization, and works with Campus Directors to maximize usage.
• Directs facility resources of the company as a critical component in accomplishing business goals and as a major contributing factor to customer satisfaction.
• Develops strategies for and coordinates the implementation of commissioning the campus buildings, telecommunications, information technology, transportation, security, and managing environmental impacts.
• Develops and implements long-term operational and maintenance strategies and policies for the buildings.
• Identifies the needs for off-campus facilities and participates in the planning and renovation of temporary facilities.
• Directs and manages the day-to-day operation of the company's procurement function such as supply, inventory, and distribution, receiving, warehousing, packaging, shipping, transportation, and related operations.
• Develops and implements procedures, policies and practices to purchase goods and services in a timely and efficient manner.
• Researches, interviews, and negotiates with supplier to obtain highly competitive pricing and service specifications including RFP solicitation and evaluation.
• Prepares, analyzes, negotiates, and reviews contracts related to the purchase or sale of equipment, materials, supplies, products, or services.
• Manages ongoing vendor relationships.
• Ensures uniformity of company standards in vendor contracts and agreements.
• Plans, directs and manages companywide OSHA, fire, safety and training programs.
• Coordinates safety programs with campus coordinators to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Continually monitors each location to ensure they remain safe, secure, and well-maintained.
• Coordinates and ensures biohazard waste disposal management and vendor selection.
• Travels between different locations to monitor the work of maintenance, grounds, and custodial staffs.
• Directs the design, planning, and implementation of strategic corporate projects to promote organizational effectiveness.
• Reviews corporate projects and proposals to determine costs, timing, funding, staffing requirements and goals that meet company objectives.
• Responsible for assessing new expansion markets and site locations.
• Conducts new product research and development, investigation of emerging product trends and delivery models.
• Develops, plans and coordinates research, trends and parameters of company usage, services utilization, and community needs by analyzing demographic data, conducting surveys and preparing results analysis.
• Serves on planning and policy-making committees and assists with demographic and new business planning.
• Represents the Company externally to media, regulatory agencies, funding agencies, and the general public as appropriate.
• Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates department staff; improves retention and morale and performance efficiencies.
• Works closely with Corporate Management staff, attends meetings, provides reports and/or information as needed.
• Participates in professional development and organizations in order to maintain an understanding of current ideas, research and practices, attends meetings, workshops and seminars to enrich personal growth, knowledge and skill in management development.
• Maintains professional appearance for position and serves as a role model, leader and mentor to the campus community.
• Adheres to Company policies and procedures and provides leadership to all staff through guidance and example.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Ethics Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Compliance Agreement, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and states laws, and applicable professional standards.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance, reports to work as scheduled and assures time worked and/or time-off is recorded properly.
• Maintains confidentiality of all customers, student, associate, and/or company information as required.
• Exercises care, proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies and identifies unsafe conditions and makes appropriate adjustments.
• Maintains order, cleanliness, and safety in the workplace.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business, or related field required.
• Master's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business or a related field is preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification a plus.
• Registered architect's certificate, a registered planner's certificate, or a professional engineer's license or equivalent national recognition a plus.
• Current Driver's License.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of five to eight years with increasing responsibilities in a multi-faceted, multi-location in master planning, capital projects, facilities, environmental and safety planning and management, and materials, procurement and distribution management.
• Working knowledge of construction purchasing and contracting and experience dealing with engineers, architects, and contractors.
• In-depth understanding of planning and engineering principles related to design, construction, operation and maintenance; and the ability to read and interpret construction and technical drawings, site plans and other visual materials.
• Broad knowledge of project management including budgeting, contractual agreements, procurement, techniques, design process, scheduling and quality assurance procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple concurrent construction projects and resources while ensuring high quality, cost-efficient, and effective facilities and services.
• Experience with contract laws, negotiation and change management.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Knowledge of real estate acquisition and real property management, risk management and insurance, purchasing and materials management.
• Thorough knowledge of office systems and software related to the fields of architecture and facility management, experience with MS Office.
• Knowledge of education/governmental compliance and regulatory standards such as Title IV, ABHES, BPPE, WACS, and other accreditation standards.

Bonus Eligible

Yes

WCU Company Overview

Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people's lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.

At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is solution-oriented and supports our associates' professional growth.

WCU EEO Statement

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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**Who Are We?**
Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
**Job Category**
Underwriting
**Compensation Overview**
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
**Salary Range**
$106,300.00 - $175,400.00
**Target Openings**
1
**What Is the Opportunity?**
Bond & Specialty Insurance provides management and professional liability insurance, as well as surety bonds to businesses and non-profit organizations of all sizes. As an underwriter, you will have a dynamic role that blends evaluating and analyzing financial and business risk, building relationships, and selling and negotiating with clients, agents, and brokers.
This role is part of the Private & Non-Profit Liability team which provides financial protection private and non-profit companies. Team members work in a fast-paced environment that analyzes complex data related to financial performance, industry and economic exposures, and risk management practices Coverages range from Directors and Officers Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability, CyberRisk, Kidnap and Ransom, Crime, and Identity Fraud Expense Reimbursement.
The Account Executive Officer (AEO) will partner with agents and brokers to provide insurance or surety solutions to customers. An AEO will analyze and evaluate risk to achieve business goals within an assigned book of business. This role is seen as a technical resource.
As an AEO, you are decisive, detail-oriented, and know how to build relationships internally and externally and negotiate terms to drive results. Your ability to independently assess complex risk, negotiate terms, and sell our products in challenging markets will contribute to the profitability and success of Travelers.
**What Will You Do?**
+ Manage the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business primarily comprised of moderately to highly complex accounts.
+ Underwrite and skillfully negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
+ Execute business unit underwriting strategies across your book of business to achieve profit and growth objectives.
+ Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal partners within the business unit and across the enterprise to identify cross-selling opportunities.
+ Foster and maintain relationships with external partners by regularly meeting in person with agents and brokers to market and sell Travelers products with a goal of writing and retaining accounts consistent with our risk appetite. Must be able to travel to such meetings.
+ Identify and capture new business opportunities using consultative marketing and sales skills.
+ Develop and execute individual agency sales plans that align with region/group sales plans to drive team success.
+ Train and mentor less experienced underwriters.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?**
+ Bachelor's degree.
+ Five to eight years of applicable underwriting experience.
+ Deep knowledge of products, working knowledge of the regulatory environment, and of local insurance and surety markets.
+ Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to underwrite, market products, identify financial challenges, and analyze available information to make decisions in alignment with our risk appetite.
+ Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers.
+ Experience coaching and mentoring others.
**What is a Must Have?**
+ Four years of underwriting, product knowledge, financial analysis, or risk assessment experience.
**What Is in It for You?**
+ **Health Insurance** : Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
+ **Retirement:** Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
+ **Paid Time Off:** Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
+ **Wellness Program:** The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
+ **Volunteer Encouragement:** We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
**Employment Practices**
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email ( ) so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .