Job Overview
Alfanar Electric is seeking an experienced Business Planning Manager to lead and coordinate annual business planning, strategic performance monitoring, and cross-functional planning activities. The successful candidate will play an important role in translating corporate objectives into actionable business plans, ensuring alignment between operational, financial, and technical goals.
This position involves managing business planning processes, reviewing budgets, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), developing performance dashboards, and providing strategic insights to senior management. The Business Planning Manager will also oversee cross-functional committees, coordinate strategic meetings, track action plans, and support effective business decision-making across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
1. Business Planning and Strategy Development
Lead the development, coordination, and implementation of annual business plans for the assigned business unit.
Translate corporate strategies and business objectives into actionable initiatives with clear priorities, responsibilities, and timelines.
Ensure business plans are aligned with operational, technical, financial, and organizational objectives.
Coordinate with different departments to gather business information and establish planning priorities.
Review and validate sales forecasts, resource requirements, and financial budgets.
Analyze business data to ensure planning accuracy and consistency with organizational strategies.
Prepare planning materials and presentations for management reviews and strategic planning sessions.
2. Business Performance Monitoring and Analysis
Monitor the implementation of business plans and evaluate performance against established targets.
Work with internal stakeholders to define, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs).
Track business milestones, operational progress, and strategic initiatives.
Identify performance gaps, potential risks, and deviations from approved business plans.
Provide data-driven recommendations and corrective actions to improve business performance.
Identify new business opportunities and support initiatives that contribute to organizational growth.
Prepare regular performance updates for senior management.
3. Committee Management and Corporate Governance
Establish and manage cross-functional committees to support business planning and strategic execution.
Develop committee structures, responsibilities, charters, and governance frameworks.
Coordinate committee meetings, prepare agendas, and facilitate discussions.
Ensure accurate documentation of meeting minutes, decisions, and agreed action items.
Monitor and follow up on assigned actions to ensure timely completion.
Promote accountability, transparency, and effective communication across departments.
Coordinate with committee members to resolve planning-related challenges and support business objectives.
4. Business Reporting and Performance Dashboards
Develop and maintain business performance dashboards to monitor KPIs, targets, and strategic initiatives.
Prepare analytical reports highlighting business performance, trends, and operational results.
Present key findings and recommendations to senior management to support informed decision-making.
Provide reporting tools and analytical solutions to improve monitoring of strategic and operational activities.
Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of business planning information.
Maintain secure and organized records of business plans, reports, meeting minutes, and supporting documents.
Ensure business planning documentation complies with internal governance, audit, and confidentiality requirements.
5. Budget Planning and Resource Management
Coordinate the review and validation of annual sales, financial, and resource budgets.
Monitor budget performance and identify potential deviations from approved financial plans.
Support effective resource allocation to achieve operational and strategic targets.
Analyze financial and operational information to identify cost optimization opportunities.
Coordinate with finance and departmental teams to maintain alignment between business plans and budgets.
Recommend corrective measures to improve planning accuracy and cost efficiency.
6. Business Process Improvement
Review existing business planning processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop and maintain standardized planning procedures, reporting systems, and governance practices.
Identify opportunities to automate business planning, performance monitoring, and reporting activities.
Promote the effective use of digital tools and business management systems.
Implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and organizational performance.
Adapt planning practices to changing business requirements, technologies, and management strategies.
7. Team Leadership and Organizational Development
Lead and coordinate team members involved in business planning and performance management.
Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and performance management.
Encourage accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional development.
Ensure responsibilities are clearly assigned and aligned with organizational requirements.
Support organizational development and workforce planning initiatives.
Promote a performance-driven culture focused on achieving business objectives.
8. Quality, Compliance and HSE
Maintain high-quality standards across business planning and reporting activities.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable governance requirements.
Support internal audits and maintain accurate business planning documentation.
Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Ensure a safe, secure, and compliant working environment in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental requirements.
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a relevant field.
Additional qualifications in Business Management, Strategic Planning, Finance, or Performance Management may be an advantage.
Work Experience
6 to 10 years of relevant professional experience in business planning, strategic planning, business performance management, or a related field.
Experience developing and implementing annual business plans.
Strong knowledge of budget planning, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.
Experience preparing management reports, KPI dashboards, and business performance analysis.
Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage business committees.
Experience in process improvement, reporting automation, and corporate governance.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Business Planning and Strategy Development
Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC)
Business Planning and Simulation (BPS)
Annual Business Planning
Strategic Performance Management
Budget Planning and Financial Analysis
Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Monitoring
Business Intelligence and Reporting Dashboards
Data Analysis and Performance Reporting
Resource Planning and Management
Committee Management and Corporate Governance
Risk Assessment and Business Planning
Process Improvement and Automation
Stakeholder Management and Coordination
Leadership and Decision-Making
Job Location
UAE and Saudi Arabia – Refer to the official Alfanar vacancy announcement for the specific work location.