Job Overview

The Assistant Manager, Business Planning Section supports the Manager in driving business planning, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX oversight to enable timely, data-driven decisions for the OTSM Project. This role prepares analyses and management reports, contributes to strategy and feasibility work, partners with cross-functional teams, and ensures adherence to financial controls and corporate governance.

Job Description

• Support business planning through analysis, feasibility studies, and market research.

• Assist in evaluating new projects, improvements, and investment proposals.

• Prepare analysis and reports for management review.

• Help prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations.

• Support consolidation and analysis of regular reports.

• Track performance and highlight key variances.

• Assist in annual budgeting and forecasts.

• Monitor actual results against budgets and forecasts.

• Provide ad hoc reports and analysis when needed.

• Monitor CAPEX spending against approved budgets.

• Assist with CAPEX completion and post-project reports.

• Work Location: Samalaju Plant (OTSM Sdn Bhd)

Job Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• 3–5 years’ relevant experience in business planning, corporate finance, or similar roles; experience in manufacturing or heavy industry preferred.

• Strong financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting skills; proven ability to prepare and present clear executive‑level materials.

• Experience supporting CAPEX governance and capital project evaluations.

• Proven analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Experience with ERP and planning systems is desirable; proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence stakeholders and present complex information clearly.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions and to coach or supervise junior team members.

• Committed to ethical conduct, safety, and continuous improvement.