Radiology Commercial Analyst

Job Description:

Responsibilities

The $115M U.S. Radiology Ultrasound business is targeting 15% growth in 2006 with a 1.8x OM lift. Supporting the financial execution of this significant sales & productivity growth will be the principal goal & objective of the Radiology Commercial Analyst. The Radiology Commercial Analyst will provide primary support to the GM of U.S. Radiology Ultrasound & will partner with the 30+ Radiology sales team to perform items including:* Analysis of full P&L financials Forecasting and reporting of $115M Sales, $53M CM, & $7M Base Cost.* Weekly estimation of sales & standard margin, preparation for bi-weekly "risks & opportunities" with Diagnostic Ultrasound CFO and monthly operating reviews with Diagnostic Ultrasound CEO.* In-depth analytics of pricing, mix, and margins creating visibility to compelling data & outlining clear corrective action for optimum price realization.* Work closely with marketing/sales functions to develop & execute pricing strategies and marketing programs for new product introductions & annual break-throughs.* Assist in key strategic planning processes including Growth Playbook, SII, Session C, and Op Plan.* Manage Sales Rep Incentive Compensation including budgeting, accruals/actuals, and strategy.* Manage discount limits & minimum margins in SWB Maximizer & expand utilization of SWB for orders analysis including win/loss performance & Miller Heiman funnel management.In summary, this commercial role is a fantastic opportunity to join Ultrasound and contribute to the growth of one of GE Healthcare's most dynamic businesses. ~HJ~~CB~ Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and minimum of five years of finance work experience; or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and minimum of two years Corporate Audit Staff experience; or High School Diploma/GED and minimum of ten years finance work experience.* Excellent interpersonal skills.* Strong analytic skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers, generate alternatives and drive positive change.* Clear thinking / problem solving: successfully led projects/process improvement within operations/finance function involving process improvement; able to quickly grasp new ideas.* Excellent communication skills: experience working across multiple levels (including executive level), functions and regions; able to clearly communicate complex financial information in a easy to understand manner; able to deliver message effectively verbally and in writing.* Solid PC skills: experience with financial systems/applications (i.e.: Oracle, Hyperion, COGNOS, Business Objects, Excel etc.).* You must be legally authorized to work in the United States* You must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including for example, verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background.* You must be willing to take a drug test.* You must be willing to work out of an office located in Wauwatosa, WI. Desired

* Masters' degree in Business Administration* Graduate of GE's Financial Management Program (FMP); Corporate Audit Staff (CAS); or graduate of other financial leadership programs* Green Belt Certified* Adaptable/flexible: being open to change (positive or negative) in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or to work in ambiguous situations* Integrity: Accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others* Basic understanding of financial compliance: SOX, GAAP* Experience working in a matrixed environment* Confidence / Assertiveness: strong influencing skills across business functions; confidence to approach business leaders with difficult messages and defend position; for example, work closely with business leaders to achieve business objectives while driving controllership/GE Values* Experience working in global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows* Experience in a commercial setting General

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