Senior FP&A - KSA Plant ( Saudi National)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Lenovo, a global technology company with US$83 billion in revenue and a Fortune Global 500 ranking, is seeking a Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Specialist for its KSA Plant located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to driving financial planning and cost control within a manufacturing setting, with a particular emphasis on Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Manufacturing Overhead (MVA) management. The successful candidate will collaborate with plant stakeholders to enhance cost efficiency through robust forecasting, insightful analysis, and the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives. As a key member of the finance team, you will contribute to Lenovo's vision of delivering Smarter Technology for All, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the forecasting processes for Manufacturing Overhead (MVA) and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX).
• Conduct comprehensive variance and gap analysis against budget, quarter-over-quarter, year-over-year, and cost-to-complete metrics.
• Monitor and control CAPEX investments and manufacturing expenses to ensure adherence to approved targets.
• Manage the system approval processes for CAPEX and MVA spending.
• Partner effectively with plant stakeholders to improve cost visibility and enhance financial accuracy.
• Perform detailed analysis of manufacturing costs for key product models.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing manufacturing cost structures.
• Provide insightful financial recommendations to enhance overall business performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in finance, with a preference for experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the proven ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

Required Skills

• Financial Planning
• Cost Control
• CAPEX Management
• Manufacturing Overhead (MVA) Management
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Gap Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Management
• Financial Analysis
• Communication
• Organizational Skills

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a Saudi National. The experience required for this position is between 5-10 years.