Title: Assistant Manager, Strategic Planning
Company Name: Advanced Chemical Industries PLC (ACI)
Vacancy: --
Age: At least 25 years
Job Location: Dhaka
Salary: Negotiable
Experience:
MBA/ BBA in Finance, Accounting, or related field from a reputed university.
Professional certification (CA CC/ CMA (Partly Qualified)/ CIMA) will be an added advantage.
ACI Agribusiness offers a wide range of solutions, including high-yielding seeds, animal health products, advanced fertilizers, and flexible packaging and plastic products, aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity. The company also provides modern agricultural machinery to improve farming efficiency. Through extensive extension services and training programs, ACI equips farmers with the latest knowledge and best practices. Committed to innovation and sustainability, ACI plays a pivotal role in advancing Bangladesh`s agricultural sector, empowering farmers, and contributing to sustainable agricultural development in Bangladesh.
ACI is seeking a dynamic, analytical, and detail-oriented professional to join our Strategic Planning Team as Assistant Manager – Strategic Planning. The role encompasses strategic financial planning, budgeting, CapEx & OpEx analysis, and business performance tracking, providing exposure to leadership and key initiatives while contributing to effective decision-making and operational excellence.
The incumbent will be expected to:
Assist in preparing and consolidating annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and periodic forecasts across business units.
Support variance analysis and provide insights for corrective action.
Develop and present project implementation reports, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Evaluate project effectiveness using quantitative and qualitative tools.
Conduct investment analysis for local and international funding requirements.
Evaluate business cases, cost-benefit analysis (CBA), machinery investments, project feasibility, and sensitivity analysis.
Prepare and deliver periodic factory and business performance reports.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as capacity utilization, efficiency ratios, and inventory management.
Monitor project scope changes and assess potential impacts on cost, timeline, and resources
Recommend mitigation measures to minimize risks.
Identify inefficiencies in planning, budgeting, and execution processes.
Provide recommendations and support the implementation of process and system improvements.
Work closely with operations, finance, supply chain, and credit teams to ensure alignment of financial and operational plans with strategic goals.
Conduct financial, operational, and strategic analysis as required by management.
Provide actionable insights for informed decision-making.
| University | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| National University | 17.90% |
| University of Dhaka | 9.20% |
| Jagannath University | 2.47% |
| North South University | 2.18% |
| University of Chittagong | 1.98% |
| Jahangirnagar University | 1.98% |
| American International University Bangladesh (AIUB) | 1.78% |
| Daffodil International University (DIU) | 1.58% |
| Dhaka College | 1.48% |
| Bangladesh University of Professionals | 1.38% |
| Age Range | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| 20-30 | 47.38% |
| 31-35 | 29.08% |
| 36-40 | 18.10% |
| 40+ | 5.04% |
| Salary Range | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| 0-20K | 2.97% |
| 20K-30K | 14.54% |
| 30K-40K | 17.51% |
| 40K-50K | 22.26% |
| 50K+ | 42.73% |
| Experience Range | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| 0 years (Freshers) | 11.08% |
| 0.1 - 1 years | 4.55% |
| 1.1 - 3 years | 19.29% |
| 3.1 - 5 years | 16.72% |
| 5+ years | 48.37% |