Description
**Role Summary**
The Business Performance Manager will serve as a strategic partner to the GCC AIN leadership team, driving operational excellence and business performance across the organisation. This role combines strategic planning, performance analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment with global priorities and deliver measurable impact. The position requires strong engagement with US Strategy teams to harmonise global initiatives and ensure consistency in execution.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic Planning & Governance**
• Support GCC AIN leadership in defining strategic objectives and translating them into actionable plans.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual business reviews, ensuring insights are data-driven and actionable.
• Align regional priorities with global strategy through close collaboration with US Strategy teams.
**Performance Management**
• Develop and maintain dashboards for KPIs, resource utilisation, and financial performance.
• Analyse trends and identify performance gaps; recommend corrective actions to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and performance measurement.
**Cross-Functional Collaboration**
• Act as a central point of contact for GCC AIN across multiple functions (Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR).
• Facilitate collaboration between regional teams and global stakeholders to ensure seamless execution.
• Lead cross-functional working groups to address operational challenges and implement best practices.
**Operational Excellence**
• Champion process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure governance frameworks are adhered to across all operational activities.
• Support change management efforts for new systems, processes, and organisational structures.
**Stakeholder Engagement & Communication**
• Prepare executive-level presentations and communication materials for leadership forums.
• Represent GCC AIN in global forums and task forces, ensuring regional perspectives are considered.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster trust and collaboration.
**Special Projects**
• Drive initiatives related to talent development, organisational health, and capability building.
• Support ad hoc strategic projects as directed by the Executive Director.
**Core Competencies**
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex data.
• Expertise in business performance metrics, operational reporting, and financial modelling.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, global environment and lead cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and advanced Excel; familiarity with BI platforms is a plus.
**Qualifications**
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in business performance, strategic planning, or operations.
• Proven track record of working in global organizations and managing cross-functional projects.
• Experience collaborating with strategy teams and senior leadership.
**Success Measures**
• Timely delivery of strategic plans and performance reports.
• Improved operational efficiency and process health across GCC AIN.
• Strong alignment between regional and global strategies.
• Positive stakeholder feedback and enhanced cross-functional collaboration.
