Cost Optimization Manager

Job Description : COST OPTIMIZATION MANAGER UAE A leading group of companies is looking to hire a Cost Optimization Manager. The position will be responsible for analyzing cost performance and optimizing cost for direct and operating cost. The data analyzed and reports generated will assist cost owners in decision making with regard to cost management and cost optimization, and cost performance against targets set in the annual operating plan. This position will also assist in building financial forecast models. Summary of Functions • Analyze and manage cost managed by GTNOG, track performance against AOP target, prepare cost forecast, and identify cost optimization areas. Key cost areas include network engineering cost, Service assurance cost • Prepare monthly Dashboard for Management review including compiling cost trend, preparing cost outlook forecast and identify areas for cost optimization. • Work closely with Finance to ensure the cost are correctly captured & reported • Review monthly cost booked and provide details on any anomalies (large unexpected losses/credits, missing / backdated cost, etc.) to cost owners and agree on action plan to resolves issues, if any • Work with Sales Governance, ASP, Finance and across LOBs for process alignment to ensure cost is correctly captured and reported. • Provide central management of the AOP process for Global Technology, Network and Operations Group. • All of the above will require interaction with Engineering Team, Service Assurance, ASP, Product teams, Sales Operations teams, Financial Planning and Analysis team, Revenue Reporting team, Account Payable Team, etc. Qualifications • University degree in Business Administration, Management, or Finance. • Minimum of 8 years Telecommunications or related industry experience. • Solid experience in managing financial data, strong ability to analyze and synthesize information • Strong skills in using Microsoft Excel • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Strong planning and organizational skills. • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. • Good understanding of business process and financial model • Willing to travel as required.

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