Planning And Performance Management Specialist

*At this time, we are only receiving applications from candidates who are currently situated in the Americas, thank you.

Who is our client and your future employer?

Our client has a unique position in the energy industry worldwide, being the largest hydrocarbon producer with the least carbon intensity. With their considerable investment in technology and infrastructure, they strive to maximize the value of the energy they produce for the world, as well as their commitment to increase their contribution to society. Based in Saudi Arabia, and with offices worldwide, they combine the market's discipline with a vision of the future, a product of their experience of nine decades as responsible managers of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources. This has brought them to contribute huge social and economic benefits not only to the Kingdom but also to several communities and countries that depend on the vital and trustworthy energy they provide. Our client is one of the most profitable companies in the world and the first five global companies by capitalization in the stock market.

LHR Americas:

LHR Americas recruits people from around the world to work in Saudi Arabia.
Who are we looking for:
We are seeking a Planning and Performance Management Specialist responsible for generating analytical findings and recommendations across the scope of objectives
and deliverables of the organization, either independently or in collaboration with others, coordinating planning activities, performing variance analysis, and proactively identifying and providing solutions for problems and issues that arise in his/her assigned areas.
In addition, he/she will develop and maintain close partnerships with business/operational counterparts of the admin area organization in his/her assigned areas and represent his/her organization in cross-functional, cross-organizational teams involved in Admin Area-related tasks. Furthermore, will participate in planning initiatives of his/her organization; may be assigned to lead and supervise work streams; and be significantly involved in mentoring others on Admin Area practice.

 Key Responsibilities:

- Plan, execute, and lead finance and Performance Management analytical activities under the broad guidance of higher-level P&PMD staff and supervisors of the hiring organization, particularly in resolving complex, cross-functional, non-routine, and/or design issues.

- Generate analytical findings and recommendations across the scope of objectives and deliverables of the organization, either independently or in collaboration with others.

- Proactively identify and provide solutions for problems and issues that arise in his/her assigned areas.

- Develop and maintain close partnerships with business/operational counterparts of the P&PMD organization in his/her assigned areas, and represent his/her organization in cross-functional, cross-organizational teams involved in P&PMD-related tasks.

- Participate in planning initiatives of his/her organization, may be assigned to lead and supervise work streams, and be significantly involved in mentoring others on P&PMD practice.

- Business reporting, planning, and forecasting.

- Create and maintain a financial model for the actual results reporting in combination with the short- to mid-term planning process of the business.

- Analyze the monthly results of the product lines, the fixed costs, and balance sheet items.

- Management of the monthly adjustments and accruals in cooperation with the central accounting teams.

- Prepare the management reporting for commercial and business management.

- Managing the planning process in coordination with the business representatives and the commercial analysts.

- Consolidation of the product line results into the Business P&L.

- Identifying improvement potentials in the business.

- Financial advice and support for business projects.

- Process mapping of the newly implemented structures.

- Business integration support for subsidiaries, joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions.

Minimum Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related
discipline. Possession of an advanced business degree (e.g., MBA)
and/or relevant professional certification (e.g., CMA, CFA, and CPA) is
preferred.

-At least 12 years of related experience. You will demonstrate a strong
track record in chemicals and/or refining business functions (either
PPMD or other). A demonstrated capability and track record in the
the practice of Planning and Performance Management, and the use of
business intelligence tools:

* Performance analysis, assessment, and reporting.

* Financial (IFRS) reporting.

* Business planning/budgeting.

* Business case preparation.

* Project management.

* Financial modelling.

- Experience working in chemicals/refining PPMD functions. Knowledge of more Downstream businesses would be advantageous.

- Ability to manage, and analyze large volumes of data.

- Possess solid knowledge and understanding of management accounting, finance, and Excel.

- Articulating complex analysis into simple concepts – strong writing and presentation-making/giving ability.

- You must have an excellent command of oral and written English.

Working Environment: 

Our high-performing team members are attracted to the challenging and rewarding opportunities we offer. Join us in working on world-scale projects with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to addressing global challenges. We heavily invest in talent development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

THE STAGES OF THIS PROCESS ARE:

1. Resume Evaluation:

A member of our recruitment team will evaluate that your resume matches the client's job description requirement.

Use the job description requirements to highlight your relevant experience and skills.

Be specific and describe the significance of your work, keyword alignment is important. Emphasize the impact of your work on HR areas and tasks. Use your professional profile/resume to focus on major accomplishments and qualifications that match the job.

If your resume evaluation suits this position, the recruitment team will invite you to a preliminary phone/video interview in 2-3 days.

If your resume evaluation is not suitable, you will be receiving an e-mail notification in 2-3 days.

2. Interviews Stage:

2.1 LHR Americas preliminary phone/video interview: A member of the Talent Acquisition team from LHR Americas will first schedule a call with you to discuss the details of the position, your interests, and qualifications. Furthermore, your English level will be evaluated at this stage, ONLY native or advanced speakers will approve this evaluation.

If this preliminary phone/video interview is successful, your resume will be submitted to our client.

If your preliminary phone/video interview is not successful, our Talent Acquisition consultant will inform you.

2.2 Client Face to Face interview: This interview will happen only if our client approves your resume, we cannot guarantee the time our client will take to approve your resume, but it should take less than a week.

If your resume is approved a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will get back to you and schedule a face-to-face meeting in a defined location. You will be told to go to the location.

The client interview contains technical questions that help assess your familiarity with problem-solving in your given field and may include a behavioral evaluation. Be prepared to explain how you approach problems and produce solutions.

If your face-to-face interview is successful, the hiring team will further evaluate your resume, decide, and then receive a conditional job offer.

3. Conditional Offer:

A successful interview may result in a conditional offer of employment.

Conditions for employment include but are not limited to medical examinations, and permission to secure a visa to work and reside in-country.