Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Your Impact
- Budget Management of MDF and Program Spend
- Engage with the Field Marketing teams to track spend linearity and provide spend insights & metrics
- Assist with budget management of Marketing Program spend and help drive spend execution
- Manage all the Operational aspects of Allocadia (Program Spend tool) and MDF tool and ensure alignment to approved budgets
- Manage the month-end close process for MDF & Marketing Program spend
- Engage on budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes as required
- Optimize marketing spend allocation by analyzing cost efficiency and profitability
- Manage the preparation and delivery of accurate Financial Reports
- Monitor and report financial KPIs and prepare reports for senior leadership
- Drive process improvements and standardization initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies and local regulations.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to marketing investments and operational expenses.
- Partner with finance & marketing teams to align on strategic objectives and improve decision-making.
- Develop into being a Marketing Super User and manage all UAT processes and SAC Forecast Load processes
- Communicate effectively with team and business partners to build relationships and present actionable and insightful recommendations
Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or a related field.
Experience:
- 9+ years of experience in Marketing strategy , Financial planning and Operations Management
- Experience in a COE or shared services environment is preferred.
- Proven ability to manage global stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in budget management, Reporting and forecasting.
- Expertise in Marketing Tools / Applications (e.g., Allocadia) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Knowledge of automation tools and process improvement methodologies.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Effective leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with global teams.
- High adaptability to dynamic business environments.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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