IT&D Senior Analyst - D&A

Reports To: IT&D Business Manager - D&A

Role Purpose

The IT&D Senior Analyst - D&A provides dedicated operational support to the IT&D Business Manager - D&A, focusing specifically on financial management and budget control, and on vendor and contract governance for the D&A technology portfolio.

This role ensures accurate financial tracking, disciplined budget execution, and strong vendor compliance, freeing the Business Manager to focus on broader leadership, governance, and strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Budget Control

• Support IT&D financial management for the D&A technology portfolio (Run and Change investment tracking, including value realization).
• Assist with OpEx and CapEx forecasting, monitoring, and variance analysis for D&A digital capabilities.
• Support OpEx and CapEx forecasting processes, including data collection, consolidation, and variance tracking
• Support annual planning cycles, quarterly reforecasts, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Own and maintain financial tracking processes, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates

2. Vendor & Contract Governance

• Support governance and compliance monitoring of global vendor agreements for D&A technology platforms.
• Coordinate procurement support activities, including contract renewal tracking, sourcing documentation, and onboarding support for strategic D&A technology partners.
• Own the contract repository and ensure completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness
• Track vendor performance and SLA adherence in collaboration with partner and vendor management functions.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in Finance, Vendor/Procurement Management, or IT Business Management support roles
• Experience with budget tracking, forecasting, or vendor governance is highly desirable
• Experience working in a global or matrix organization is a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel skills familiarity with financial planning and reporting tools
• Understanding of IT cost structures (applications, licenses, vendors) is a plus
• Prior experience working with SAP systems will be an advantage
• Familiarity with contract and vendor management processes

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly reliable with strong discipline in following processes and deadlines
• Proactive communicator, comfortable flagging issues early
• High integrity and discretion with financial and contractual data
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The role involves regular work with financial data, trackers, and systems, requiring consistency and precision in day-to-day activities