Jim Farner

About Jim Farner

Jim FarnerEmail : j••••••••@gmail.com Looking to make an impact in the science and art of Pricing and Finance through the expansion of gross margins in businesses. Interests in Orthopedic and Medical Device and related industries, within Pricing and Financial roles.Over 20 years of extensive experience in manufacturing environments across Pricing Management, Purchasing Management, and Financial roles.Pricing and Contracts Manager / Offer Development Manager;Built team during severe staffing shortage to full service Sales support team. Managing Pricing analysis and Contract management. Furthered new ideas bringing PowerBI training and helped team use data more efficient and effective.Managed legal contracts interface with outside legal and our sales teams.Financial Analyst;P&L NPI Project Analysis and supportObsolescence reduction Project leader to reduce PFO costEnd of Life support processes improvementsFixed Asset managementProject Spend analysisCost Savings projects Global Pricing Management; Managed Global Pricing Teams including Europe and AsiaPrice optimization ( various systems including GPMS & PROS)New Product Proposals ( Bid Review of costed BOMs and Pricing analysis)Margin managementCost Analysis and review/challengeProcess and Procedures Price Request managementContract execution and reviewCross Department and internal TE corporate business unit management.Purchasing ManagerManage Buyers and Receiving teamsCost reduction goals and projectsStabilization of Supply ChainInventory accuracyDramatic improvement in Inventory TurnsContinued growth of responsibilities and improved metrics.Specialties: PricingContracting; Medical deviceCost AnalysisPurchasingInventory Management

Experience

1. Sr Cost Accountant

   ProNova Solutions

   Feb 2025 — Present · Maryville, TN, US

   As a Senior Cost Accountant at ProNova Solutions, I drive the financial strategy behind our cutting-edge proton therapy systems. I meticulously track and analyze inventory, labor, and production costs while developing robust cost models for our innovative products—like the SC360i and SC360u. My work involves detailed variance analysis, budget preparation, and financial modeling to ensure projects remain on target and deliver meaningful cost efficiencies. Ultimately, I collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to deliver operational excellence and contribute to life-saving advancements in cancer treatment.

Education

• Western Oregon University

  B.S., Economics and Mathematics

  1984 — 1989

Skills

• Machine Vision
• Pivot Tables
• Product Launch
• Estimating
• Lean Manufacturing
• Microsoft Excel
• Pricing
• Bpcs
• Mrp
• Cognex
• Pricing Strategy
• Manufacturing
• Product Development
• Medical Devices
• Inventory Management
• Project Estimation
• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Denso 6 Axis
• Sap
• Quotations
• Management
• Python