Key Accountabilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Business Case Development:
- Identify, analyze, and prioritize emerging technologies with potential applications in the organization.
- Develop comprehensive business cases, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments, for proposed innovative technologies.
- Economic Analysis:
- Perform detailed economic evaluations, including return on investment (ROI), net present value (NPV), and payback period for proposed projects.
- Provide actionable recommendations to support decision-making processes.
- Market Insight and Research:
- Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges for emerging technologies.
- Analyze industry benchmarks and competitor activities to inform Innovation and R&D strategy.
- Value Proposition Development:
- Create compelling value propositions for innovative technologies based on market needs and organizational goals.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with expectations and industry requirements.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Innovation, BUs, CoEs, operations, finance, leqal, and marketing, to develop and implement strategies for innovative initiatives.
- Engage with external partners such as technology providers, startups, R&D centers and academic institutions to explore collaborative opportunities.
- Reporting and Communication:
- Prepare and present findings, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
- Monitor the progress and effectiveness of implemented technologies and business cases.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, technology, business, economics, or similar. A master's degree is preferred.
Minimum Experience
- Typically, 5-7 years of experience in technology evaluation, economic analysis, market research, or related fields.
- Proven track record of leading innovation projects and building business cases for emerging technologies.
- Experience in R&D or industrial sectors is highly desirable.
Ma’aden High-Performance Competencies
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
Skills
- Strategic Focus: Ability to align initiatives with organizational goals and drive value creation.
- Innovation and Creativity: Demonstrates creativity in problem-solving and exploring new opportunities.
- Execution Excellence: Delivers high-quality work within set timelines and ensures accountability.
- Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective working relationships with diverse teams and partners.
- Stakeholders Focus: Understands stakeholder needs and ensures solutions add value.
- Change Management: Skillfully manages and adapts to changes in technology, processes, and organizational priorities.
