Kohl Davila
Grosse Pointe Woods,MI
Summary
Strategic finance professional with over 10 years of experience in forecasting, budgeting, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within manufacturing and engineering environments. Expert in forecasting, budgeting, and delivering executive-ready insights across complex portfolios exceeding $350M. Proven ability to partner cross-functionally, ensure ERP accuracy, and deliver executive-ready insights that drive operational and financial performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Finance Professional – Project Controlling
Dematic
Grand Rapids, MI
03.2022 - Current
- Own monthly forecasting and annual budget processes across a ~$350M portfolio with detailed cost and margin variance analysis
- Prepare executive-ready schedules including margin bridges, cost flux analysis, absorption impacts, and profitability drivers
- Partner cross-functionally with Program Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations to identify cost reduction opportunities and mitigate cost overruns
- Perform detailed project-level actual vs. forecast/budget variance analysis to support decision-making
- Analyze changes in scope, design assumptions, labor mix, and material inputs to assess cost and margin impacts
- Validate ERP data to ensure accuracy of cost reporting and inventory-related transactions
- Improve forecasting processes, controls, and reporting cadence to increase transparency and rigor
R&D Management Controller
Valeo North America, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Led forecasting, budgeting, and monthly actual vs. plan variance analysis for R&D programs, analyzing key cost drivers such as labor, materials, prototypes, and design changes.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Purchasing, and Program Management to assess product and manufacturing cost impacts on profitability.
- Developed KPIs and dashboards to monitor cost performance and margin health, while ensuring compliance with R&D cost capitalization requirements.
- Resolved purchasing, accounts payable, and receiving issues to maintain accurate cost reporting and smooth project execution.
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Junior Program Manager, Program Management Officer
Valeo North America, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Trained, coached and supported Program Managers and Project Team Members to establish mature project management practices
- Developed project plans including information such as project objectives, schedules, funding, and staffing
- Managed project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope
- Prepared project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
- Monitored or track project milestones and deliverables
Program Management Analyst, Project Prototype Manager
Valeo North America, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI
10.2015 - 05.2019
- Assisted Program Management in execution of department function activities
- Prepared and distributed monthly reports required for all projects in the North America region
- Formulated forecasts with project teams and finance for project indicators
- Developed, streamline, and maintain a global project portal and tracking files
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Auburn University
Auburn, AL04-2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2015
Skills
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced: formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
- ERP Systems (SAP) & Data Validation
- Forecasting & Budgeting
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
- Cash flow management
Timeline
Sr. Finance Professional – Project Controlling
Dematic
03.2022 - Current
R&D Management Controller
Valeo North America, Inc.
05.2020 - 03.2022
Junior Program Manager, Program Management Officer
Valeo North America, Inc.
05.2019 - 05.2020
Program Management Analyst, Project Prototype Manager
Valeo North America, Inc.
10.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration
Oakland University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Auburn University