Join the newly formed Mobile Infrastructure (MI) Finance Team at Nokia, where radio networks, core software, and technology standards are brought together to drive the industry toward AI-native networks and 6G.

Right now, we’re looking for visionary leaders to join us as Director FPRA & Performance Management for Mobile Infrastructure (MI). This role is pivotal to shaping Nokia’s financial strategy and driving business directly reporting to the Mobile Infrastructure Finance FPRA Lead.

• Strong strategic and financial leadership with the ability to influence business outcomes.
• Extensive experience in financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and investment governance.
• Ability to lead complex financial analysis and translate insights into business actions.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications industry dynamics and commercial models.
• Proven ability to work cross‑functionally in a global and matrixed organization.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Experience leading transformation initiatives and driving operational improvements.
• Ability to identify emerging business opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience guiding cross‑functional teams and projects.

Financial Leadership

• Drive financial performance management and FPRA processes for Mobile Infrastructure (MI).
• Ensure alignment with Nokia’s strategic objectives, including meeting financial targets such as Net Sales, OM Corridor, and Cash Conversion Ratio.
• Lead efforts to improve financial forecasting accuracy and deviation analysis.

Operational Excellence

• Monitor key performance indicators such as order intake, market share, and cost erosion to evaluate competitive positioning.
• Manage financial metrics including Net Sales, Sales Margin, Gross Margin, Operating Margin, ROIC, ROCE, and Operative Cash Flow.
• Drive reductions in operational expenses (OPEX) and improve cost management across units.

Team Leadership and Development

• Inspire and align teams with the financial vision and strategy of the business unit.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment, promoting psychological safety and trust.
• Provide mentorship and development opportunities to build high-performing teams.
• Set clear objectives and KPIs for team members, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

• Act as an expert for all FPRA activities, supporting MI business units in FPRA processes.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the financial team in strategic discussions.
• Coordinate preparation of financial business reviews, including operational reviews and regular reporting.

Change and Transformation Leadership

• Lead teams through organizational changes, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining morale.
• Drive financial transformation initiatives and encourage the adoption of new technologies to improve financial operations.
• Translate L2D to P&L impact and ensure follow-up in financials.

Key Financial and Operational KPIs High-Level Financial Targets

• Revenue Growth: Achieve consistent growth in net sales.
• Profitability: Optimize margins to ensure sustainable financial health.
• Cash Flow Efficiency: Ensure strong cash conversion ratios at both operative and business unit levels.

High-Level Operational KPIs

• Top-Line Performance: Focus on order intake and sales growth as primary indicators of market success.
• Margin Management: Ensure profitability through effective cost control and pricing strategies.
• Cost Efficiency: Drive reductions in operational expenses and improve cost management across units.

Detailed KPIs

• Financial Metrics: Net sales, sales margin, gross margin, operating margin, ROIC, ROCE, operative cash flow.
• Operational Metrics: Order intake, market share, price erosion, cost erosion, OPEX run rate reduction, receivables management.
• Team Metrics: Employee engagement, team performance, stakeholder satisfaction.