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PEC (Product Economic Control) Cost is based in the Nissan Technical Centre Europe in Cranfield, Bedfordshire with a Global link to various Nissan and Alliance businesses. Our Aim is to develop and maintain a world class Cost Management capability for Nissan in order to help our business globally.
To participate in financial performance reporting of new/existing Nissan products to enable correct Business decisions to be made by Top management.
To use, improve and develop reporting tools and systems, in order to summarize findings. Candidates will gain valuable knowledge of how Nissan functions and increase their awareness of the automotive industry.
Tasks and responsibilities
The successful candidate will be part of PEC (Product Economic Control) – BP / MTP (Business Plan/ Mid-Term Plan) team. Examples of key responsibilities include:
- Gather, process, analyze, and present current financial data and provide forecasted movements/trends, create reports for regular cross functional meetings.
- Preparation of standard cost of sales for future models for annual Business Plan and Mid-term Plan (3/5 years) - liase with different functions and sites
- Work with various functions including, Financial Planning & Administration (FP&A), Sales & Marketing Control (S&M), Vehicle Profit Team, Corporate Strategy Team, Production Plant Finance, Regional Cost Manager group (RCM)
- Support system and process improvements
- Where appropriate simplify, enhance, or create new reports to support existing requirements, by means of MS Office applications.
Within PEC we have a strong Team ethic and are looking for a Team player to experience, interact and enjoy their time at Nissan by gaining valuable knowledge as well as inspiring and adding value within the team.
Whilst you will be expected to have full responsibility for tasks given, there is also the support of everyone in the department.
About you
Education & qualifications
- Degree qualification ideally within Data Science/Business/Finance/Economics/Maths
- Competent with MS Office, Expert Excel user (familiar with VLOOKUP/SUMIF/Pivot tables/VBA Macros), Awareness of MS ACCESS
Background & experience
- A team player with a proactive attitude
- Must have strong numerical skills, with ability to analyze large amounts of data and present findings in a transparent and concise manner to cater for a varied audience.
- Advanced Excel skills is essential, Microsoft Access would be an advantage.
- Should be able to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
- Be comfortable prioritizing tasks.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively.
- Placement/work experience in automotive industry / data analysis or management would be an advantage.
Language skills
- Fluent English, verbal, and written communication skills
- French desirable
Working at Nissan Technical Centre Europe
- Based in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, MK43 0DB
- Flexible working
- Half day Fridays!
- Free on-site parking when you are on site
- Paid overtime at 1.5x hourly rate (subject to agreement with the line manager)
- On-site gym
- Sports and Social Club
- Subsidised canteen and free milk
- Plus other employee benefits
- Salary starting at £33,904 with performance based increases
All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture and sell high-performance, fun to drive vehicles. Nissan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We strongly believe in and promote Diversity and Inclusion and will be thrilled to welcome diverse candidates from various backgrounds to join our Team of professionals. Applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
