Manager Performance & Analytics

Job Description

NEOM is a new vision of what the future could be. It’s an attempt to do something that’s never been done before and it’s coming at a time when the world needs fresh thinking and new solutions. Put simply, NEOM will not only be a destination, but a home for people who dream big and who want to be part of building a new model for sustainable living. NEOM will be a hub for innovation, where established global businesses and emerging players can research, incubate, and commercialize groundbreaking technologies to accelerate human progress.

Role Purpose

The Manager - Performance and Analytics is a senior-level role that plays a pivotal role in supporting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in various aspects of performance management, analytics, and strategic decision-making. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust KPI tracking and delivery framework, fostering a performance culture within the organization, and ensuring effective budget management for the company (OPEX, CAPEX). Within the team responsibilities fall as well long-term financial modelling and all related complexities in creating a company and scaling this to a multi-billion Sar operation. The Manager will oversee the Business Modeler and possess expertise in scaling through partnerships and setting up KPI frameworks in a holding company context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CFO to develop and implement a comprehensive Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking system.
• Create and maintain KPI dashboards to monitor performance against targets.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of KPI results to senior management.
• Promote a performance-driven culture within the organization by engaging employees around KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).
• Drive discipline in benefits delivery by closely monitoring progress on strategic initiatives.
• Establish and maintain governance processes to support the benefits delivery cycle.
• Develop outlines and content for presentations to be delivered during board meetings and senior stakeholder engagements.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather data and insights for presentations.
• Ensure presentations effectively communicate strategic objectives and results.

• Oversee budget management for both Operational Expenditures (OPEX) and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to projects.
• Collaborate with finance and project teams to align budgets with strategic goals.
• Monitor and report on budget variances, recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Assist in long-term financial planning by translating it into actionable milestones.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop short-term financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Work closely with the Business Modeler to refine and execute the long-term strategy.
• Develop and maintain financial and operational models to support decision-making.
• Allocate resources based on KPI performance and strategic priorities.
• Ensure resource allocation is aligned with KPI targets and objectives.
• Leverage expertise in scaling through partnerships to identify and nurture strategic collaborations that drive business growth.
• Evaluate potential partnership opportunities and assess their alignment with organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement partnership strategies that enhance the company's competitive advantage.
• Implement a tailored KPI framework that aligns with the unique structure and needs of a holding company.
• Ensure consistency and alignment of KPIs across subsidiary companies within the holding structure.
• Monitor and report on KPI performance at both the holding and subsidiary levels.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in performance management, financial analysis, and strategic planning.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and trends.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in data analytics tools and software.

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.

• Demonstrated expertise in scaling through partnerships.
• Experience setting up KPI frameworks within a holding company context.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field; MBA (Master of Business Administration) or relevant professional certification is a plus.