Kim Ryder, MBA
About Kim Ryder, MBA
Kim Ryder, MBA, serves as the Senior Director of Finance for Global Operations at Brooks Automation, a position he has held since 2023. With extensive experience in finance and operations, he has previously held senior roles at FUJIFILM Recording Media U.S.A. and GSI Group, Inc.
Work at Brooks Automation
Kim Ryder has been serving as the Senior Director of Finance for Global Operations at Brooks Automation since 2023. This role is based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this position, Ryder oversees financial strategies and operations on a global scale, contributing to the company's objectives and financial health.
Previous Experience at FUJIFILM Recording Media U.S.A.
Prior to joining Brooks Automation, Kim Ryder held several key positions at FUJIFILM Recording Media U.S.A. From 2011 to 2016, Ryder served as the Vice President of Finance & Administration, followed by a role as Vice President of Finance & Fujifilm Branded Sales from 2016 to 2017. Subsequently, Ryder was appointed Vice President of Finance & Operations from 2017 to 2023. In these roles, Ryder was instrumental in financial management and strategic planning.
Experience at GSI Group, Inc.
Kim Ryder's career includes significant experience at GSI Group, Inc., where Ryder worked from 2004 to 2008. Starting as an Accounting Manager in the Precision Motion Division, Ryder advanced to Division Controller and later served as Director of Finance for Multi-sites. Ryder's tenure at GSI Group involved overseeing financial operations across multiple sites and divisions.
Education and Expertise
Kim Ryder holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Bentley University, where Ryder graduated magna cum laude. Additionally, Ryder earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Managerial Leadership from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. This educational background supports Ryder's expertise in finance and operations management.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout Kim Ryder's career, notable achievements include the design and implementation of a performance system that aligns functional goals with the company's mission. Ryder also successfully reduced selling, general, and administrative (SGA) expenses by 72% through strategic contract negotiations and process improvements. Furthermore, Ryder applied Kaizen principles to enhance manufacturing and supply chain efficiency, resulting in reduced lead times and lower costs.