Associate - Business Planning & Analysis - Surgical Finance

alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

Alcon is seeking an Associate - Business Planning & Analysis to support the US Surgical Finance team in Fort Worth, TX. You will analyze financial results, review pricing requests, and help forecast and plan performance across Commercial Programs and Deal Desk.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales, Legal, IT, and commercial operations, with a focus on accuracy and process improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Finance, Analytics, Business Planning, Pricing, Sales Operations, Commercial Finance, or related disciplines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other reporting tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across functional teams
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions and drive value for Alcon.
• Support pricing governance by reviewing quotes, contracts, and pricing requests for compliance with established guidelines.
• Maintain and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models used across the Surgical Finance organization.
• Assist with forecasting, planning, and business performance analysis.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Legal, IT, and Commercial Operations to support commercial initiatives.
• Analyze business trends and provide insights on pricing, programs, and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and increase efficiency.
• Support strategic projects across Commercial Programs, Deal Desk, Business Planning & Analysis, and Strategic Pricing.

Skills

Financial analysis

Pricing governance

Forecasting planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel PowerPoint

English fluency

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Excel PowerPoint

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As an Associate - Business Planning & Analysis supporting the US Surgical Finance organization, you will be a trusted partner across Commercial Programs, Deal Desk, Business Planning & Analysis (BPA), and Strategic Pricing. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the commercial and financial drivers of the Surgical business while developing expertise in financial analysis, pricing, forecasting, and commercial operations. This position is based in Fort Worth, TX.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Perform financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions and drive value for Alcon.
• Support pricing governance by reviewing quotes, contracts, and pricing requests for compliance with established guidelines.
• Maintain and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models used across the Surgical Finance organization.
• Assist with forecasting, planning, and business performance analysis.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Legal, IT, and Commercial Operations to support commercial initiatives.
• Analyze business trends and provide insights on pricing, programs, and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and increase efficiency.
• Support strategic projects across Commercial Programs, Deal Desk, Business Planning & Analysis, and Strategic Pricing.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Finance, Analytics, Business Planning, Pricing, Sales Operations, Commercial Finance, or related disciplines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across functional teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience supporting financial modeling, forecasting, reporting, or commercial analytics.
• Interest in commercial finance, pricing strategy, deal structuring, and business planning.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon's mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives
• Grow your career and see your impact in a highly collaborative and diverse environment
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.