Planning and Performance Management Specialist

Saudi Aramco; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco is seeking a highly analytical Planning and Performance Management Specialist to join the Planning and Support group within the Executive Development & Compensation organization. This role focuses on developing and maintaining financial models, tracking KPIs, and delivering insights to drive business decisions and performance improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will support the development and implementation of business plans, review operating statements, and oversee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related discipline (Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred).
• Nine (9) years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or performance management.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA, or CFA preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting tools, Excel, FP&A software, and ERP systems.
• Experience with accounts payable processes and AP automation software.
• Strong attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
• Familiarity with lean principles and process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support development of business plans, including financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input and align with company goals.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and internal performance data to inform planning decisions.
• Review and analyze operating statements to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue and expenses and track KPIs.
• Provide recommendations to management on financial performance and areas for improvement.
• Review AP metrics and payment processes to optimize terms and accuracy.
• Collaborate with AP team to implement process improvements.
• Manage existing contracts, including renewals, amendments, and terminations; assist with new contracts and compliance.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Support special projects in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Budgeting

ERP systems

FP&A software

Accounts payable

Data visualization (Tableau/Power BI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering or related field

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CMA/CFA)

Tools

Excel

FP&A software

ERP systems

Job description

Description:

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Planning and Performance Management Specialist to join Planning and Support group, within the Executive Development & Compensation organization of Aramco.

The planning and support group are responsible for developing and maintaining financial models, tracking key performance indicators, and providing insights to drive business decisions and performance improvement initiatives

The successful candidate will support the development and implementation of business plans, reviewing operating statements, and providing oversight of accounts payable (AP) and contracting processes.

Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate, you will be required to perform the following:

• Support the development of business plans, including financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input and ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.


• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and internal performance data to inform business planning decisions.


• Review and analyze operating statements to identify areas of improvement and opportunities for cost savings.


• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue and expenses, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).


• Provide recommendations to management on financial performance and areas for improvement.


• Review and analyze AP metrics, such as days payable outstanding and payment accuracy, to identify areas for improvement.


• Collaborate with the AP team to implement process improvements and optimize payment terms.


• Managing existing contracts, including renewals, amendments, and terminations. Assist with Setting up new contracts with vendors and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.


• Ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, and resolve any payment discrepancies or issues.


• Support special projects and initiatives as needed, such as financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate, you will hold:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline. Ideally in FInance, Accounting or economics.


• A minimum of Nine (9) years experience in financial planning, analysis, or performance management.


• Professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA or CFA preferred.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret complex financial data.


• Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools, such as Excel, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.


• Experience with accounts payable processes and systems, such as AP automation software.


• Strong attention to detail, with ability to maintain accuracy and quality in a fast-paced environment.


• Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI is a plus


• Familiarity with lean principles and process improvement methodologies.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work Location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job Offer

Work Schedule: Full Time – To be specified in Job Offer

Job Posting Duration

Job posting start date: 05/08/2026

Job posting end date: 12/31/2026

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

Job ID: 17862