Sr. Manager, Product Development FP&A

Slate

Michigan

About Slate
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Who We Are Looking For
Slate is seeking a servant-minded Senior Manager, Product Development FP&A to lead all aspects of product development financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support across our rapidly scaling organization. This role will be critical in building the financial planning infrastructure required to support capital-intensive vehicle development , readiness for production, and long-term operation as a large automotive OEM.
What You Get To Do
As Senior Manager of Product Development FP&A, you will partner closely with Design, Engineering, and Supply Chain leaders to bring clarity to cost, timing, and investment tradeoffs in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. You will design and improve models, systems, and processes that enable better decisions, faster execution, and smarter capital allocation. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in building from the ground up.
Own and track bill of material (BOM) costs and product investment across vehicle programs from early concept through launch.
Lead forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning for Product Development, covering both operating and capital expenditures.
Build, lead, and scale a high-impact Product Development FP&A team to support current programs and future growth.
Partner closely with Engineering, Design, and Purchasing to align technical decisions with cost, timing, and investment priorities.
Deliver clear, actionable financial insights and reporting to senior leadership to support rapid, informed decision-making.
Design, enhance, and scale financial systems, tools, and processes that improve transparency, speed, and financial discipline across product development.
Challenge assumptions, surface tradeoffs early, and ensure capital is deployed where it delivers the greatest value.
What You Bring To The Team
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
5–10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis; experience supporting product development or manufacturing strongly preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
Experience with enterprise financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Adaptive Insights) and advanced proficiency in Excel.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

Posted 2026-01-08

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