Associate Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Sandisk; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a cost control analyst to drive cost reduction and continuous improvement across the SSD operation. The role emphasizes data-driven budgeting, cost performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve cost efficiency.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a cost-related field, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and solid data analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and above degree in cost related field.
• Familiar with finance accounting & cost management knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint; data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive cost reduction and optimization initiatives for assigned area.
• Report weekly/monthly/quarterly actual cost performance (Factory MVA, cost saving, cost ownership).
• Monitor and push cost reduction/avoidance projects to meet planned timelines and budgets.
• Communicate with stakeholders and share best practices within Cost Control team.
• Ensure cost management practices align with 4IR and advanced analytics goals.
• Collaborate with SSD Operation for cost management improvements.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Database knowledge

Data analytics

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in cost-related field

Job description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Breakthrough on cost reduction and optimization methodology & process through big data analytic/4IR such as House of Cost, Cost Entitlement/Zero Based Budgeting, VPT.
• Successfully achieve short & long-term cost management goal for assigned area (SDSM SiP / SSD Operation).
• Perform cost related analysis to identify continuous cost improvement opportunities.
• Report weekly/monthly/quarterly actual cost performance such as Factory MVA/ Cost Avoidance/ Cost saving/ Cost ownership.
• Monitor & drive Cost Reduction/Avoidance projects happen per planned timeline, within cost budget and meet the cost saving target.
• Attend management meetings, communicate with stakeholders, and hold team responsible for cost efficiency.
• Best Practice sharing among Cost Control team in order to achieve better cost efficiency in FBE.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Bachelor and above degree in cost related field.

PREFERRED

• Familiar with finance accounting & cost management related knowledge.

SKILLS

• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of database.
• Excellent problem-solving with data analytic skill.
• Action taker & result oriented is a MUST.
• Good communication in English, and interpersonal & presentation skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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