Robert Hopkins
About Robert Hopkins
Robert Hopkins serves as the Vice President of Finance - Operations at Glanbia Nutritionals, a position he has held since 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. He has extensive experience in finance and operations within the Glanbia organization, having worked in various roles since 2013.
Work at Glanbia Nutritionals
Robert Hopkins has been serving as Vice President of Finance - Operations at Glanbia Nutritionals since 2021. His role is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he oversees financial operations within the organization. Prior to this position, he held various roles at Glanbia Nutritionals, including Director of Operations & Commercial Finance - Centers of Excellence from 2019 to 2021 and Director of Operations Finance - Centers of Excellence from 2017 to 2019. His extensive experience within the company highlights his expertise in financial management and operations.
Education and Expertise
Robert Hopkins studied at Dublin City University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Accounting and Finance from 2007 to 2010. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the CIMA Professional Qualification from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation in financial principles and management accounting, which supports his roles in finance and operations.
Background in Glanbia Foods
Before his tenure at Glanbia Nutritionals, Robert Hopkins worked at Glanbia Foods. He served as Plant Controller in two locations: Gooding, Idaho from 2013 to 2014 and Richfield, Idaho from 2014 to 2015. These positions contributed to his understanding of financial operations within manufacturing environments, enhancing his skill set in plant finance management.
Career Progression
Robert Hopkins has demonstrated a steady career progression within Glanbia. He transitioned from Plant Controller roles to Operations Controller at Glanbia Nutritionals from 2015 to 2017, then moved to Director positions before reaching his current role as Vice President. This trajectory reflects his growing responsibilities and expertise in finance and operations within the organization.