Top Benefits
About the role
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Reports to: FP&A Director
Responsibilities:
- Work cross-functionally to drive operating efficiency (cost saving idea generation, quantification, resource planning, execution) through manufacturing process improvements/automation, vendor contract negotiations, etc.
- Analyze warehousing and supply chain logistics costs, including transportation, inventory carrying costs, and facility expenses; develop monthly tracker with variable KPI and Work with cost owner to drive savings/efficiencies
- Operating Expense Budget Tracking: Prepare and analyze expenses by cost centers, identify trends, variances vs budgets, and provide insightful analysis and explanations.
- Operating Expense Budget Development: Forecast operating expenses for future periods, incorporating business drivers and assumptions.
- Monitor and report on key operational performance metrics like Yield & Scrap factor, analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
- Work cross-functionally with senior leaders on Annual Workforce Planning & Site Performance Calibration as part of Annual Budget Process.
- Assist in preparation of Board of Director monthly/qtly presentations.
- Fulfill any financial audit requests.
- Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
- Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- High level communication skills to interact with all levels of management
- Able to organize, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- CPA designation (earned or working towards) an asset
- NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
About Ya Ya Foods
Ya YA Foods Corp. is a dynamic beverage and liquid food manufacturer. With over 30 years experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid beverages, high acid beverages and liquid food items.
We manufacture and co-pack products for mid-size to large global multi-national companies. Today, our product lines include juices, broth, plant-based beverages, sports drinks, dairy based drinks, and smoothies. Our 13 automated production lines process more than 310 millions units every year. We are a family owned Canadian business and we instill pride in everything we do. Our operations are successfully growing, and we are looking for new talents to reinforce and develop our business.
Top Benefits
About the role
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Reports to: FP&A Director
Responsibilities:
- Work cross-functionally to drive operating efficiency (cost saving idea generation, quantification, resource planning, execution) through manufacturing process improvements/automation, vendor contract negotiations, etc.
- Analyze warehousing and supply chain logistics costs, including transportation, inventory carrying costs, and facility expenses; develop monthly tracker with variable KPI and Work with cost owner to drive savings/efficiencies
- Operating Expense Budget Tracking: Prepare and analyze expenses by cost centers, identify trends, variances vs budgets, and provide insightful analysis and explanations.
- Operating Expense Budget Development: Forecast operating expenses for future periods, incorporating business drivers and assumptions.
- Monitor and report on key operational performance metrics like Yield & Scrap factor, analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
- Work cross-functionally with senior leaders on Annual Workforce Planning & Site Performance Calibration as part of Annual Budget Process.
- Assist in preparation of Board of Director monthly/qtly presentations.
- Fulfill any financial audit requests.
- Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
- Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- High level communication skills to interact with all levels of management
- Able to organize, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- CPA designation (earned or working towards) an asset
- NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
About Ya Ya Foods
Ya YA Foods Corp. is a dynamic beverage and liquid food manufacturer. With over 30 years experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid beverages, high acid beverages and liquid food items.
We manufacture and co-pack products for mid-size to large global multi-national companies. Today, our product lines include juices, broth, plant-based beverages, sports drinks, dairy based drinks, and smoothies. Our 13 automated production lines process more than 310 millions units every year. We are a family owned Canadian business and we instill pride in everything we do. Our operations are successfully growing, and we are looking for new talents to reinforce and develop our business.