Business Performance Manager

Job Title: Manager - Business Performance

Job Overview

:As the Business Performance Manager at Dialog Group Berhad, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency and improving financial performance across the company’s business units. You will analyze financial statements, dissect cost structures, and work closely with senior leadership to optimize operations and enhance profitability. This role requires expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and performance management, along with a strong command of methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma to achieve operational excellence through efficiency and quality

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Key Responsibilitie

s:
Financial and Operational Analys

• is:Analyze financial statements and operational performance to identify cost drivers, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improveme
• nt.Break down operational costs, monitor key cost drivers, and recommend actions to optimize resource allocati
• on.Dissect complex cost structures to implement cost-saving initiativ
• es.Analyze variances between actual performance and budgets, providing insights to improve efficien
• cy.Develop cost models and scenarios to support decision-making and enhance financial outcom

es.
Operational Efficiency and Quality Improvem

• ent:Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline operations, reduce waste, and enhance process qual
• ity.Implement performance improvement programs that drive cost efficiency and operational effectiven
• ess.Lead initiatives to reduce inefficiencies, optimize resource allocation, and improve business unit performance using data-driven decisi
• ons.Drive substantial improvements in operational efficiency, cost management, and financial performa

nce.
Performance Manage

• ment:Develop and implement performance management systems to monitor key financial and operational metrics (K
• PIs).Diagnose performance bottlenecks and work with business units to address
• them.Foster a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that operational performance aligns with strategic g

oals.
Strategic Planning and Exec

• ution:Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic initiatives aligned with long-term corporate objec
• tives.Provide financial and operational insights to support key decisions, particularly in business performance improv

ements
Data-Driven Decision

• Making:Utilize data analytics to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in oper
• ations.Leverage data to provide actionable insights that drive profitability and operational effi
• ciency.Develop reporting systems to communicate progress, challenges, and performance metrics to senior mana

gement.
Cross-Functional Collab

• oration:Lead cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of business performance initiatives with corporat
• e goals.Collaborate with finance, operations, and other departments to integrate performance improvements seamlessly across the organ
• ization.Promote collaboration and the adoption of best practices in efficiency and quality man

agement.
Risk and Compliance Ma

• nagement:Identify potential risks related to cost inefficiencies and operational per
• formance.Ensure all performance management initiatives comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate

policies.
Educational B

• ackground:Bachelor's degree in economics, operation research, engineering, finance, accounting, or a related field. A Master's degree or CIMA qualification
• is a plus.Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean Management, or other performance management systems are adv

antageous.
Professional

• Experience:Minimum of 8 years of experience in business performance management, cost accounting, financial analysis, and operational improvement, preferably within energy, manufacturing, supply chain management or related
• industries.Proven track record of driving significant performance improvements and operational ef
• ficiencies.Experience in integrating best practices like Lean and Six Sigma into various business operations is highly

desirable.
Skills and C

• ompetencies:Market and Competitive Research: Skilled in conducting market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic deci
• sion-making.Financial Acumen: Expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and interpreting financial statements to drive business
• performance.Operational Excellence: Strong operational background with hands-on experience in risk management and performance improvement, focused on cost reduction and
• efficiency.Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex financial and operational data, translating insights into actionable
• strategies.Leadership and innovation: Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive performance initiatives; and promote a culture of innovation through new technologies an
• d processes.Communication: Strong communication skills to articulate strategies and collaborate effectively across
• departments.Change Management: Capable of leading organizational change through the implementation of performance improvements that enhance both operational and financi