Operations Budget Analyst

The Quality Engineering Center is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Operations Budget Analyst to join our Quality Organization. In this role, you will partner directly with operations leaders to support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities related to North America Quality initiatives. Unlike traditional finance roles, this position is embedded in the operations department and focused on aligning financial resources with operational goals, ensuring performance accountability across teams and processes.Partner with leadership to develop, maintain, and refine budgets that support Quality organization goals and strategic initiativesTrack and analyze actuals vs. budget across all Quality functionsIdentify cost drivers, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet efficiency targetsSupport quality initiatives and strategic projects with financial impact analysisCollaborate on business cases and ROI assessments for proposed investments in quality tools, training, or resourcesDevelop reports and presentations for leadership to communicate budget performance, risks and opportunitiesAssist in preparing materials for operational reviews, business reviews and executive updatesWork with finance in cases where cross-functional alignment is requiredIdentify and implement process improvements related to budget management including tracking, reporting and standardizationBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or Business related field5+ years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or operational analytics— preferably within an OEM, Tier 1 automotive, or operations-heavy environment (e.g., supply chain, manufacturing, logistics)Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)Strong business acumen with the ability to translate operational strategies into financial outcomesExcellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of working cross-functionallyDemonstrated ability to create clear, compelling, and visually polished executive-level presentationsProven track record of presenting to all levels within an organization, including executive leadershipBrand: FCA GroupJob ID: 2019469Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: QualityPosted Date: 01/07/2026