BPA Associate, KSA

To support Commercial management in maintaining and improving economic
performance by: Driving business strategy and its implementation , manage,
monitor performance and be a business partner with the commercial team and
country heads. Work with management to achieve sales and profit objectives as
measured by accepted quantitative and qualitative financial standards and
benchmarks. To be the economic conscience of the Commercial Function by
actively managing their financial performance.

Major Accountabilities
* Lead all forecasting cycles (TGT, LFs, Strategic plans, LO) and ensure quality financial and business analysis to the management team to improve performance and define profitable growth strategies.
* Actively manages the performance management process to achieve the financial targets (Sales, Operating Income, Net Working Capital, other relevant KPIs) by creating timely and transparent reporting with no surprises, assessing risks and opportunities, monitoring timely implementation of top line and bottom-line protection plans
* Evaluation of potential projects through financial and business analysis and advise the management team of the synergies of the project using financial/business valuation methods
* Drive and support tender management in the countries to ensure all opportunities are maximized.
* Responsible on the monthly business review (MBRs) preparation and any relevant ad-hoc reporting required by management (e.g. business reviews, local reporting, Stock in trade reporting ...etc.)
* Products pricing and recommending the positioning of the product within the market along with price build up for new products and launches
* Support decision-making and controlling within the Marketing function through helping to develop financial evaluation of a) proposed projects, and b) planned or actual data in order that enhanced financial performance is delivered
* Represent Finance within the Commercial Function to ensure that business planning, accounting and control are integrated into the decision-making processes within the Commercial function
* Controlling and forecasting the departmental expenses by working with the department heads and leading any ring fencing and cost saving initiatives
* Responsible on all accounting and financial reporting to the hubs and ensure compliance with Novartis accounting manual in all relevant reporting Ensure local processes are in line with SOPs and local laws to ensure high level of integrity and controls and meeting of Sandoz standards.
* Be the point of coordination between the distributors and SDZ DD office to ensure accurate representation of financial performance (accruals and provisions) and timely payments of obligations (Debit note and credit notes), as per the contracts and agreements.

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieve timely and accurate monthly and quarterly closings


• Improving management reporting: Publish timely and regular information


• Support key business decision making


• Support strategic planning process


• Annual budget exercise and quarterly re-forecasts


• Accuracy and integrity of LOs, accruals & provisions

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and
diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Minimum requirements
Education: • University degree in business or related field
* MBA/CMA/CFA preferred
Experience:

Competencies • ‎5-‎8 years of solid experience in Budgeting Planning & Analysis
(Healthcare or FMCG industry)
* Multi-country financial operations experience is beneficial for this position
* Strong communication and leader ship skills
* Advanced level of Ms Office (Excel, PowerPoint. Etc.)
Language: English (fluent)
Arabic is an advantage
Division
SANDOZ
Business Unit
Commercial OPS SIR SZ
Country
Saudi Arabia
Work Location
Riyadh
Company/Legal Entity
SAUDI PHARMA DISTRIB SAU
Functional Area
Audit & Finance
Job Type
Full Time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Early Talent
Yes