Senior Business Planning & Analysis Manager APAC

Gates Industrial Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Singapore is seeking a Senior BPA Manager to lead strategic planning and business transformation initiatives within the APAC region. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in business planning and financial analysis, along with a strong educational background in business or finance. This role involves collaboration with senior leadership and managing key performance insights to drive growth and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in business planning and financial analysis.
• 3–5 years in a leadership or BP&A / Chief of Staff role.
• Experience in multinational organizations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning processes across the APAC region.
• Develop executive-level performance dashboards and reporting frameworks.
• Act as Chief of Staff to the President of APAC and manage strategic initiatives.

Skills

Financial acumen

Strong analytical skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Economics

MBA or relevant Master’s degree

Tools

Performance reporting tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

We are seeking a Senior BPA Manager, APAC who combines strong financial planning and analytical skills with the ability to operate effectively in a complex, matrixed environment. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner to senior leadership, confident in driving ambitious growth plans and business transformation initiatives. They should bring a consultative and collaborative leadership style, a proven track record in leading change, and experience in building and managing high-performing teams. We are shortlisting only those who are driven, resilient, enterprising, agile, and motivated to contribute to the success of a dynamic, growing organization.

THE ROLE

This role is responsible for leading strategic planning, business performance management, and business transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution of regional priorities in a complex, matrixed environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Strategy Development & Planning

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the President of APAC, facilitating and coordinating the annual strategic planning process across the region.
• Partner closely with regional and functional leaders to align strategic objectives, initiatives, and KPIs, ensuring cohesion and focus on high-impact priorities.
• Conduct market and scenario analysis, evaluating industry trends, competitive dynamics, customer insights, and regulatory changes to inform executive decision-making and resource allocation.
• Consolidate and synthesize market intelligence and benchmarking across countries to provide a robust strategic foundation for leadership discussions.

2. Performance Management & Insights

• Design and maintain executive-level performance dashboards and reporting frameworks, delivering clear and actionable insights to support strategic steering of the APAC business.
• Track, measure, and analyze CRM opportunities, regional performance, and progress toward strategic and financial targets, providing regular updates to the President and leadership team.
• Identify performance gaps, risks, and growth opportunities, and proactively recommend actions or initiatives to mitigate risks or accelerate progress.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to assess and optimize pricing strategies, ensuring competitiveness and profitable growth.

3. Leadership Support & Execution (Chief of Staff Role)

• Act as Chief of Staff to the President of APAC, managing key priorities, executive communications, and the orchestration of strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison, ensuring effective coordination and alignment among regional, functional, and global teams.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, briefing materials, and reports for town halls, business reviews, Board meetings, and external stakeholders.
• Lead or participate in special projects and cross-functional task forces, often acting as the President’s delegate to drive execution and follow-through.
• Facilitate seamless information flow, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making between the President, leadership team, and functional areas, ensuring clarity and focus on top priorities.

KEYS TO SUCCESS:

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Economics, Strategy, or a related field; MBA or relevant Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in business planning, strategy,financial analysis, or management consulting, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or BP&A / Chief of Staff capacity
• Proven experience working in complex, matrixed, multinational organizations
• Strong financial acumen and advanced analytical skills, including proficiency in financial modeling, data visualization, and performance reporting tools
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex information for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, drive cross-functional projects, and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Experience in leading business transformation or change management initiatives is highly desirable
• Familiarity with the APAC region’s markets and business environment is a plus

• Ability to meet deadlines and demonstrates effective time management

Note: This description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

About the Position

The position is based out of Singapore, and will be teamed withup to 3 local staff.

Not people manager, but second seniority in the team and deputy to the team leader.

Travelling – Less than 35%

Location

Jurong East