During my tenure at Hilti North America from 2017 to 2024, I served as the Director of Compensation from 2023 to 2024. In this role, I spearheaded the Compensation Department, overseeing the development and implementation of effective compensation strategies, policies, and programs. I conducted comprehensive market analyses to ensure competitive salary structures, aligning with organizational objectives and industry standards.My key successes for this role are: • Enhanced employee comprehension and administrative efficiency by streamlining compensation policies. • Ensured consistency across North American operations by aligning hiring practices with compensation strategy. • Drove process efficiency by building team dedicated to revamping outdated payout and accrual mechanisms.

As the Finance Director at Hilti from 2017 to 2023, I managed significant sales territories while serving as a finance business partner to over 650 team members across central US. I administered the investment in over 100 new positions to support expansion over the past 5 years. Additionally, I led the performance management cycle and integrated rolling forecasts and growth initiatives across diverse functions including sales, engineering, marketing, customer service, stores, and HR. Furthermore, I provided training and mentorship to new cross-functional North American Directors in Finance at Hilti. Moreover, I oversaw comprehensive P&L responsibilities, driving financial strategies and decisions to optimize profitability and revenue growth. I also performed AR management, focusing on DSO optimizationto enhance financial stability and operational efficiency.A section of my key achievements: • Attained record-breaking sales and operating profits by directing financial strategy. • Improved price increase success rate up to 300% compared to the five years by steering significant efforts. • Achieved a remarkable doubling of annual operating profit within a 5-year span; represented about $450M in yearly sales. • Fostered talent development within the North American finance community, guided team of analysts with multiple promotions. • Realized 8% Net Sales Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over 5 years; reduced DSO by over 5 days amidst sales growth. • Successfully outlined and commenced implementation of a detailed strategic plan extending to 2030.

During my tenure at Tetra Pak Inc, I held five progressive roles over a ten year span from 2007 to 2017: Oversaw pricing, discounts, margins, SG&A, and promotional spending for the main aseptic business. Established a new pricing framework in sync with corporate strategy and compliance with local legislation. Conducted competitive intelligence and value chain analysis for non-core packaging sectors. Streamlined workflow by managing diverse financial tasks.A section of achievements includes: • Directed financial forecasting and annual budgeting for a $750M yearly revenue stream.• Enhanced profitability by 50% for a low margin commodity business segment.