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Why we're hiring:
We are seeking a highly analytical and business-oriented Data Analyst to join our Global Centre of Excellence (COE) in Mumbai. This role will play a critical part in enabling data-driven decision-making across Global Procurement and Real Estate & Workplace Solutions (REWS).
The analyst will act as a data partner for both functions - owning dashboards, analytics, reporting frameworks, and data quality - while supporting global transformation initiatives, cost optimisation, portfolio performance, and digital enablement.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
What you'll be doing:
Data Strategy & Governance (Procurement & REWS)
- Support the execution of the global data and reporting strategy across Procurement and REWS.
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across multiple data sources (ERP, S2C tools, real estate systems, finance data).
- Define and maintain data validation processes for spend, contracts, savings, projects, portfolio, and transformation metrics.
- Drive improvements in data quality at source through stakeholder collaboration and process simplification.
Analytics & Insights - Procurement
- Develop and maintain procurement dashboards covering:
- Spend analysis
- Category and supplier performance
- Savings and pipeline tracking
- Contract and sourcing activity
- Perform deep-dive analysis to identify trends, anomalies, risks, and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Own and support procurement taxonomies, categorisation logic, and reporting standards.
- Partner with category teams and procurement leadership to answer strategic and operational business questions through data.
Analytics & Insights – REWS
- Track and report on global REWS transformation initiatives, including:
- Cost savings (leases, operational efficiencies, IFM)
- Space optimisation and Space reduction
- Portfolio size and footprint by agency and region
- Project completion rates and transformation benefits
- Support portfolio and performance reporting for senior REWS leadership.
- Consolidate and analyse global end-user feedback related to workplace transformation.
- Respond to ad-hoc REWS reporting requests with speed and accuracy.
Dashboarding & Reporting
- Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI (and related tools).
- Translate complex datasets into clear, executive-ready visualisations and narratives.
- Ensure recurring reports and dashboards are reliable, scalable, and aligned to global KPIs.
- Continuously improve reporting automation and self-service capabilities.
Stakeholder Collaboration & COE Enablement
- Work closely with global stakeholders across Procurement, REWS, Finance, IT, Data teams and relevant external suppliers
- Act as a trusted data partner for senior leaders, providing insights, context, and recommendations.
- Support COE capability building by documenting processes, sharing best practices, and enabling repeatable analytics.
- Liaise with internal and external technology partners (e.g., ERP, S2C, BI vendors) where required.
What you'll need:
- 3–5+ years of experience in data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence roles.
- Prior experience supporting Procurement, Supply Chain, Real Estate, Facilities, Finance, or Transformation functions is strongly preferred.
- Proven experience working with global stakeholders and large, complex datasets.
- Exposure to transformation programs, cost optimisation initiatives, or portfolio reporting is a plus.
Technical & Analytical Skills
- Strong experience with Power BI (dashboard design, data modelling, storytelling).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, data modelling).
- Understanding of:
- Procurement data (spend, POs, invoices, contracts, savings)
- Financial concepts (GLs, cost centres, budgets)
- Real estate or portfolio metrics (SM², occupancy costs, leases – desirable)
- Familiarity with ERP systems, S2C / S2P tools, or real estate management systems is an advantage.
- Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail and data accuracy.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain data to non-technical audiences.
- Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
- Structured problem-solving mindset with business acumen.
- High ownership, curiosity, and continuous-improvement orientation.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, global, matrix environment.
Who you are:
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
#LI-Hybrid
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
