ABOUT NULO: Nulo is a leading pet nutrition brand on a mission to inspire pet parents to “Fuel Incredible.” Based in Austin, Texas, Nulo offers high-protein, low-carb recipes made with functional ingredients that support the health and wellness of dogs and cats. Available exclusively through pet specialty retail, Nulo is trusted by discerning pet parents nationwide and committed to innovation, business integrity, and lifelong pet well-being. Learn more at www.nulo.com. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Finance Director connects Nulo’s financial, commercial, and operational plans, with primary responsibility for revenue forecast and translating that into inventory planning and ordering. This role understands business strategic priorities and is able to connect that with demand forecasting to make financially sound decisions that support profitable growth and working capital management. The Finance Director partners closely with Sales and Operations to understand their strategic thinking and bring both sides together to make informed rational, data-driven decisions for the company.. This leader brings financial discipline and analytical rigor to inventory management, forecasting, and business planning while helping the organization identify risks, evaluate tradeoffs, and improve planning capabilities. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE: - Inventory is balanced to support customer demand while minimizing excess and working capital exposure.
- Ordering decisions are timely, data-driven, and aligned with forecasts, financial plans, and business priorities.
- Leadership has clear visibility into inventory investment, turns, product availability, excess and obsolete inventory, and related risks.
- Commercial, operational, and financial forecasts are aligned and provide a trusted view of future performance.
- Risks and opportunities are identified early, with clear scenarios and recommendations to support action.
- Planning processes, reporting, and analytical capabilities continue to scale with Nulo’s growth.
WHAT YOU’LL DO: - Play a key role in Nulo’s Integrated Business Planning process by connecting commercial and operational plans to financial forecasts and inventory requirements and serving as a trusted business partner who translates complex financial and operational information into clear recommendations.
- Own the inventory ordering process, translating demand forecasts, inventory positions, lead times, production requirements, and business priorities into purchase and production recommendations for Procurement and Co-Manufacturing Partners.
- Manage inventory investment to balance product availability, working capital, cash flow, and inventory risk.
- Develop inventory forecasts covering projected levels, turns, weeks of supply, cash requirements, and excess or obsolete inventory exposure.
- Incorporate sales forecasts, promotions, product launches, customer trends, and operational constraints into planning and decision-making.
- Develop scenario analyses to evaluate purchasing, demand changes, customer opportunities, production constraints, and other business tradeoffs.
- Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, with particular ownership of revenue, inventory, cost of goods sold, working capital, and related assumptions.
- Own executive-level reporting on 1) Actual results against forecasts and plans, explain key variances, and communicate risks and opportunities to leadership. 2) Inventory valuation, turns, working capital, excess and obsolete inventory, and other key performance indicators.
- Partner with Accounting and Operations to support accurate inventory reporting, period-end processes, reserves, and reconciliation of operational and financial data.
- Evaluate product and SKU performance to identify opportunities and risks related to profitability, inventory investment, demand patterns, and portfolio complexity.
- Lead improvements to planning processes, systems, master data, reporting, controls, and technology, including AI, automation, business intelligence, and advanced analytics.
WHO YOU ARE: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Analytics, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, inventory management, supply chain planning, or a related discipline.
- Experience managing or financially supporting inventory in a consumer products, manufacturing, retail, or similarly inventory-intensive environment.
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical skills.
- Experience partnering with commercial, operations, supply chain, and executive leadership teams.
- Strong understanding of inventory management, working capital, cost of goods sold, and the financial impact of supply and demand decisions.
- Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and business intelligence tools.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience in consumer packaged goods, food, pet food, or another inventory-intensive business.
- Experience supporting rapid growth, multi-channel businesses, or co-manufacturing networks.
- Experience with demand forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, ERP, or financial planning platforms.
- Knowledge of inventory valuation, reserves, standard costs, landed costs, or related inventory accounting concepts.
- Experience developing scenario analyses for purchasing, inventory, or operational decisions.
- Experience applying AI, automation, or advanced analytics to financial planning, forecasting, or decision support.
- International business, global supply chain, or import/export planning experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Strong financial acumen and the ability to connect operational decisions to financial outcomes.
- Exceptional analytical thinking, practical business judgment, and attention to detail.
- Ability to balance inventory availability, customer service, working capital, cash flow, and profitability.
- Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence without formal authority.
- Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and make clear recommendations amid competing priorities.
- Strong written, verbal, and executive communication skills.
- Comfort moving between detailed analysis and broader business strategy.
- Passion for continuous improvement, technology-enabled transformation, and learning.
WHY JOIN NULO: This is an opportunity to play an influential role at one of the fastest-growing premium pet nutrition companies in North America. You will work across Finance, Operations, Sales, and other functions to shape how Nulo manages inventory investment, financial planning, and business decisions as the company grows. The role combines financial leadership with direct operational impact—helping ensure Nulo has the right products available to support growth while maintaining strong financial discipline and responsible stewardship of company resources. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: - Travel may vary based on business needs however is not anticipated to be necessary
WHAT YOU’LL GET: - An important role with one of the fastest-growing pet specialty brands in the U.S.
- A passionate and driven team
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks’ vacation
- 401(k) plan
- 20% remote work on Fridays
- Dogs welcome in the office
MORE ABOUT NULO: Nulo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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