Job Description
Job location:
Prahaladnagar, Ahmedabad Key Responsibilities
Dashboard Development & Analytics
Design and implement sophisticated financial dashboards that provide real-time visibility into manufacturing performance and cost across our global operations
Create multi-dimensional analytics platforms that integrate operational KPIs, financial metrics, and productivity indicators
Develop predictive analytics models to forecast manufacturing financial trends and identify future optimization opportunities
Build scenario modelling tools that assess financial impacts of operational changes, capacity adjustments, and efficiency initiatives
Design variance analysis frameworks that highlight performance gaps and root causes across our global manufacturing sites
Financial Metrics & KPI Management
Establish standardized financial metrics and KPIs for global manufacturing operations
Develop balanced scorecards that align manufacturing performance with strategic financial objectives
Create benchmarking analytics to compare performance across plants, regions, and product categories
Design profitability analysis tools that provide granular insights into product-level and plant-level margins
Implement trend analysis capabilities to track manufacturing efficiency over time
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with IT to ensure data integration from multiple systems including ERP, MES, and planning platforms
Collaborate with plant controllers and finance teams to understand local reporting needs and validate insights
Work with Operations and Supply Chain teams to incorporate operational metrics into financial analysis
Engage with Manufacturing Excellence teams to quantify financial impacts of continuous improvement initiatives
Liaise with regional finance leaders to ensure dashboards meet diverse stakeholder requirements
Technical Implementation
Lead data architecture design for manufacturing financial analytics
Develop automated data extraction and transformation processes to ensure data integrity
Create user-friendly interfaces that enable self-service analytics for stakeholders at various levels
Implement data governance protocols to maintain consistency across reporting platforms
Configure alert mechanisms that highlight significant variances requiring management attention
Insights & Presentations
Prepare executive summaries highlighting key manufacturing financial trends and opportunities Develop visualization templates that effectively communicate complex financial concepts
Conduct regular reviews with leadership to explain variances and recommend corrective actions
Create dynamic presentation tools for financial performance reviews
Translate data insights into actionable recommendations for cost optimization
Qualifications Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or related field; Master's degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, business intelligence, or data analytics
- Experience with manufacturing environments in the FMCG/CPG industry highly desirable
- Proven track record developing impactful financial dashboards and analytics solutions
- Understanding of manufacturing cost structures and financial performance drivers
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
- Expert-level Excel skills including complex financial modelling and dynamic dashboards
- Experience integrating data from multiple sources including ERP systems (SAP S4HANA)
- Understanding of data modelling concepts and dimensional analysis
- Ability to work with large datasets and implement efficient data processing methods
Analytics Capabilities
- Strong financial analysis skills with ability to identify trends and insights in complex data
- Experience with variance analysis and root cause identification
- Understanding of statistical concepts for predictive analytics and forecasting
- Knowledge of manufacturing performance metrics and cost accounting principles
- Ability to translate business requirements into analytical frameworks
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly
- Strong data storytelling capabilities to make insights compelling and actionable
- Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional stakeholders
- Proactive problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
- Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning orientation
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
Technical Knowledge
- Manufacturing cost accounting principles and methodologies
- Standard costing systems and variance analysis
- Activity-based costing concepts as applied to manufacturing
- Financial planning and analysis fundamentals
- Data visualization best practices and dashboard design principles
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers in FMCG industry
- Knowledge of global financial reporting requirements