Treasury Director of Capital Planning & Corporate Finance

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated finance and treasury professional to join the Tenneco Finance Team as Treasury Director of Capital Planning and Corporate Finance. This individual will be responsible for leading the company’s capital planning and corporate finance efforts to optimize financial strategy, liquidity and resource planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in capital markets, financial analysis, treasury and risk management, along with a strategic mindset to help drive the company’s long-term financial health. Position reports to the Tenneco Assistant Treasurer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior leadership to analyze and optimize the company’s capital structure, balancing equity and debt to support long-term growth and financial stability.
• Conduct comprehensive financial modeling, scenario analysis, and liquidity forecasting to guide strategic decision-making around capital allocation, debt management, and financing alternatives.
• Manage balance sheet optimization, including working capital management, leveraging financial metrics to ensure efficient use of assets and liabilities.
• Develop strategies to manage and maintain adequate liquidity levels, ensuring that the company can meet its operational and financial obligations while maximizing return on capital.
• Provide recommendations for managing financial leverage, optimizing cash flow, and enhancing return on invested capital to strengthen the company’s overall financial position.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate capital planning with the broader corporate financial strategy, including assessing the impact of capital decisions on financial performance and risk.
• Prepare regular reports for the Treasurer, executive leadership, and the Board of Directors on capital markets activities, capital structure, and liquidity.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Assist with the development and presentation of the company’s capital markets strategy and performance.
• Mentor and develop treasury team members to build technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in treasury leadership and capital markets in a corporate or banking environment. Corporate FP&A experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, and liquidity management. Capital markets and banking experience a plus.
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with senior executives, investors, and external partners.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We adhere to social distancing recommendations and other protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all.