Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate resources to achieve goals with a timely a cost-effective strategy.

The Cost Productivity Manager will have overall responsibility to drive cost optimization and reduction processes and initiatives for his/her portfolio, through:

FPC & SG&A costs

• Leading regional financial data analysis for Fixed Production Cost (FPC) & Sales, General & Administrative Costs (SG&A)
• Work with HQ finance teams and 5 sub-regions to design a process for accurate cost allocation.
• Develop MENA SG&A View and cost reductions strategies across the region
• Develop approval process for cost center / BUC Code utilization and review process
• Identification and implementation of productivity programs for Other variable costs of operation - Facilities / IT / Contract Legislation 
• Coordinating with Sub-Regions on FPC & SG&A cost targets and progress reports

VCP - ITO costing & Margin Reviews

• Develop Process and criteria for VCP involvement in ITO to support TX orders and commitments pipeline
• Create long-term strategies to speed up JCE development and avoid margin erosion in long term cost estimation
• Coordinate with Commercial Directors and Commercial Managers on all large opportunities
• Work extensively with Sales, Commercial and Fulfillment team to define key areas of cost improvements and long-term impact
• Own TX WF process adherence and data integrity
• Creation and Implementation of VCP Margin Review Process 
• Coordinating with Sub-regional P&Ls and Fulfillment centers (FieldCore, Repair Shops & Parts Teams) 
• Capturing, Analyzing and Reporting Regional Cost Performance

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Finance
• At least 5 years of experience in financial or fulfillment business functions
• Strong knowledge of GE finance and accounting tools and systems

Desired Characteristics

• Power Services Experience
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of GE organization
• Hands-on and autonomous approach, with strong attention to detail and consistent performance.
• Willingness to challenge existing processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• GE CAS / FMP graduate advantageous

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