Finance Analyst (Planning)

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze, plan, and monitor investment budgets as well as depreciation for fixed assets.
• Track and report movements of CapEx and depreciation to ensure alignment with forecasts.
• Evaluate cost variations and provide details for the change of raw materials and factory costs.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for capital investment and cost planning.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and finance teams to validate asset acquisition plans and factory cost assumptions.
• Generate financial reports and present findings to management to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose recommendations for cost optimization.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, cost analysis, or investment planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of fixed asset management, CapEx budgeting, and depreciation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost structures, particularly in electronics or HDD industry, is a plus.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in Planning & Oracle Cloud
• Attention to Details
• Accountability
• Continuous learning
• Human relation

SKILLS:

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power BI and experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Cloud, SAP) is an advantage
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Logical Thinking
• Negotiation
• Presentation skill

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.