IM&T Business Manager

(Saudi National Only)

Grade: GG12

Location: RIYADH

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 03/09/2025

MAIN OBJECTIVE OF JOB:

• IM&T business management processes and activities to ensure an effective and efficient function, including maintenance of the Business Management System.

• Ensuring all IM&T projects are captured and managed as agreed in corporate and KSA specific toolsets e.g. Enterprise One and PRS.

• Supporting Head of Portfolio Management and Head of Service in the management, co-ordination and reporting of the IM&T integrated business plan for all IM&T.

• Financial management including the creation of investment proposals (IEP’s), update and validation of the portfolio SSR, evidence based assurance of actuals, ETC and EAC against the IBP.

• Financial reporting in alignment with the financial calendar across IM&T cost base and portfolio. This includes ensuring all supplier actuals and forecasts have been validated and bridged to the IBP position.

• Management of all invoicing activity across the portfolio and the IM&T service areas.

• Management and maintenance of IM&T risk, opportunity, dependency and assumption position in support of BAE Systems in KSA. This should also include management and reporting of business risk in the business mandated system.

• Processes for management of change within the portfolio and services.

• Development and delivery of an effective reporting flow, framework and template supporting pan Air sector business, whilst adhering to agreed policies and standards.

• Management of the IM&T reporting calendar, reporting material co-ordination and action management. This should include all reporting routes within BAE Systems in KSA, Air Sector and corporate.

• Managing the relationships with BAE Systems in KSA stakeholders, in support of efficient and effective delivery of all business management aspects within IM&T. This will include but not limited to IM&T, Project Management, Procurement, Commercial and Finance.

• Assurance of reporting material with preferred IT supplier in alignment the IM&T assurance framework and other appropriate standards and policies.

• Support and manage the flow of new requirements from BAE Systems in KSA through IM&T.

• Supporting the Head of Portfolio Management with assuring the portfolio delivery within the IM&T governance framework

Responsibilities

• Supports the Head of Portfolio Management in the creation of a robust IBP 5yr plan for Digital Transformation of the KSA Business through engagement with multiple stakeholders including all functions, SBDCP, Salam, BAE Systems Group (UK), Shared Services (UK), Air UK, KPCs.

• Supporting the creation of business cases are produced and approval stakeholders are engaged in a timely manner to ensure projects are launched in line with business objectives – including financial approval with the Air Investment Committee.

• Supporting the portfolio delivery team(s) in determining business requirements and translating requirements into deliverable projects, services and operational plans.

• Supports the Head of Portfolio Management in the creation of a realistic IM&T portfolio of programmes and projects through a strategic 5yr plan for delivery.

• Supports the delivery of IM&T investments through reporting, procurement administration, and analysis.

• Supports the production of reports for leadership and management reporting of successes, failures, risks and opportunities ready for presentation at senior stakeholder reviews.

• Supports changes within the portfolio.

• Supports reporting of the IM&T integrated business plan with relation to the portfolio.

Job Requirements:

• Educated to bachelor degree level in science or engineering/ maths discipline or has relevant industry experience (2+ years) with professional qualifications.

• Has achieved proficiency in Project Management and Project Control or has gained experience (typically 2 years+) in a relevant business environment involved in the introduction and use of IT, including demonstrable success in managing multiple projects.

• Has proven project management skills, and a good knowledge of business analysis, system development and IT service management.

• Understands BAE Systems in KSA and customer policy framework, management structures and reporting procedures for all aspects of the portfolio environment.

• Has an eye for detail, strong planning, communication and presentation skills, and is proficient in project quality management.

• Knowledge of functional processes to manage IT projects from demand to execution/closure.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to

develop the Saudi defence industry as well as developing a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and or to perform essential job functions).

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals..