Planning & Programs Analyst (1369)

OVERVIEW:

Aramco Americas Strategy & Affiliates Relations Group within Office of the President is accountable for oversight of service delivery and program management of transformational corporate initiatives.

The incumbent will be expected to have knowledge and proficiency in the skills of identifying solutions to meet corporate objectives as a service provider and supporting end-to-end customer relationship.

SCOPE:

Responsible under the general direction of the head of a department, division or as part of a planning & programs analysis group, for developing data, preparing planning documents, researching and producing competent reports on the results of studies, and producing solutions to assigned problems frequently complex in nature.  Areas include budgets, accountability, performance indices, cost control, and departmental administration of contracts, recruitment, employee problems of a straightforward nature, or special assignments related to organization operations.  Incumbent is responsible for preparing special reports and analysis as requested.

May provide work direction to clerical and administrative staff.  Incumbent receives guidance and work direction from more senior analyst’s or department/division/unit head.  Supervision is generally limited to outline of overall objectives to be achieved. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Active day-to-day program management of business improvement initiatives and customer satisfaction survey to ensure established KPIs are met.
• Collaboration with different Departments to identify new collaboration or service delivery opportunities for Aramco Affiliates in Americas.
• Preparation of management briefs or reports as requested by Office of the President.
• Input to development or update of company processes and procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic business environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Math/Statistics, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Financial Management or closely related specialty.
• Four(4) years diversified accounting, budget preparation, cost control, project management or other closely related experience.   A minimum of two (2) years of company related work is highly desirable.
• Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined.
• Must know how and when to use a wide variety of statistical and financial analytical tools and have a working knowledge of economics, technology and accounting.  Knowledge of company planning, budgeting, accounting, personnel administration and cost control activities is highly desirable.  Must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.

BUSINESS CONTACTS:

• Contacts with organizations such as IT, Contracting, Accounting, Human Resources, Facilities, and those organizations relevant to the Department business activity for reporting requirements, exchange of information or to resolve problems.
• Frequent with Division Heads, other supervisory personnel, and departmental staff to develop information, review plans, and coordinate ongoing staff efforts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

• Operates standard office equipment, including but not limited to:  personal computers, calculators, telephone, fax machine, copy machine, etc.
• Reads and comprehends published, handwritten, and typewritten materials, company forms, and computer printouts.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and database functions in the Windows environment. 
• Travels to meetings, seminars, and to vendor offices in Houston and throughout North America.
• The job requires the typical physical demands of an office environment and is normally performed at a location that is an air-conditioned, well-lighted office building that meets building, safety occupant health, and facility access codes.