Eric Placidet

VP FINANCE & CFO

Professional Overview
Eric Placidet is an accomplished finance executive with over a decade of experience leading strategic financial planning and operations for global manufacturing organizations. As the VP Finance & CFO of Saint-Gobain North America, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and risk management across its diversified portfolio of construction and industrial products.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role as VP Finance & CFO of Saint-Gobain North America, Eric is instrumental in driving the company's financial performance and profitability. He is responsible for managing all aspects of the finance function, including budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and compliance. Eric has played a key role in streamlining financial processes, implementing robust reporting systems, and optimizing cost structures to enhance the organization's overall efficiency and competitiveness.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Saint-Gobain, Eric served as the VP Finance & CFO at CertainTeed Corporation, where he was pivotal in overseeing the integration of financial operations following a major acquisition. Before that, he held the position of Executive VP Finance & Planning at Verallia, a leading global manufacturer of glass packaging solutions. In this role, he was instrumental in driving strategic financial planning, analyzing market trends, and guiding long-term investment decisions to support the company's growth and expansion.

Academic Background
Eric holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, where he graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Treasury management and risk mitigation

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Cost optimization and operational efficiency

• Strategic decision-making and business partnering

• Leadership and team development

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Eric has consistently demonstrated a strong track record of delivering measurable financial improvements and driving organizational transformation. At CertainTeed Corporation, he played a crucial role in integrating the finance function following a major acquisition, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved profitability. At Verallia, his strategic financial planning and analysis were instrumental in guiding the company's expansion into new markets and diversifying its product portfolio.

Conclusion
Eric Placidet is a seasoned finance executive with a proven ability to drive financial optimization and strategic growth for global manufacturing organizations. In his current role as VP Finance & CFO of Saint-Gobain North America, he continues to leverage his extensive industry experience and financial acumen to enhance the company's profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term competitiveness.