Joyce Zhao
About Joyce Zhao
Joyce Zhao is a Senior Finance Manager for Global Operations at Spectrum Brands, Inc., with extensive experience in finance and operations management at Alcon. She holds a Master of Science in Economics from Texas A&M University.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Joyce Zhao currently serves as the Senior Finance Manager for Global Operations at Spectrum Brands, Inc. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's financial strategies and operations. Based in Lake Forest, California, her role involves overseeing financial planning and analysis, ensuring effective resource allocation, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.
Previous Experience at Alcon
Joyce Zhao has extensive experience at Alcon, where she worked in various roles from 2013 to 2022. She served as a Senior Planner/Buyer from 2013 to 2016, followed by a position as Senior Financial Analyst from 2016 to 2018. She then took on the role of Cost Accounting Manager from 2018 to 2020, and briefly worked as BPA Manager for three months in 2020. Most recently, she was a Senior Manager at the MTO CoE from 2020 to 2022, all while based in Texas and California.
Education and Expertise
Joyce Zhao earned her Master of Science (MS) degree in Economics from Texas A&M University, completing her studies from 2003 to 2004. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in economic principles, financial analysis, and strategic planning, which she applies in her current and previous roles in finance and operations.
Career Progression
Joyce Zhao's career has shown a steady progression in finance and operations roles, primarily within Alcon and now at Spectrum Brands. Her experience spans various functions, including financial analysis, cost accounting, and supply chain management. This diverse background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and strategic decision-making.