The main purpose of the IT&Data Performance & Governance Analyst is to drive robust governance and performance management across IT & Data operations, with a focus on contract lifecycle, financial control, compliance, and process optimization within Supporting Functions.
responsibilities :
Contract Management process
Lead the Contract Management team, ensuring adherence to agreed process strategies.
Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of contracts with external suppliers, including status tracking, financial control, signature coordination, KPI monitoring, stakeholder feedback collection, and continuous process improvement.
Ensure proper utilization of Danone systems for contract processing.
Support purchase order creation and invoice processing, maintaining compliance with internal policies and resolving discrepancies (e.g., supplier data mismatches, goods receipt issues, financial data errors).
Act as a liaison between contract owners, procurement, finance, and external vendors to resolve contract-related issues and ensure smooth processing throughout the contract lifecycle.
Maintain and update reports to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment with cost models.
Manage the contract approval process directly with the platform VP, providing insights to support decision-making.
Financial Governance & Cost Control
Assist the Performance Lead in financial management activities, including cost model accuracy checks against submitted contracts, coordination of Rolling Forecast and Annual Operating Plan tasks, and quarterly/year-end financial landing activities.
Collaborate closely with financial controlling teams to resolve issues promptly.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Governance Support
Serve as a key point of contact for IT & Data governance topics, supporting global and regional teams on transversal initiatives, compliance, and operational excellence.
Contribute to transversal communication strategies (e.g., organizing quarterly town halls, updating distribution list structures).
Create and maintain documentation related to governance topics.
Participate in initiative aimed at improving employee experience, leveraging insights from annual employee satisfaction surveys.
Time Registration process coordination
Coordinate monthly time registration activities across platforms/chapters, ensuring timely submission and compliance with internal policies.
Act as the primary point of contact for resolving issues related to time tracking and provide guidance to stakeholders on process requirements.
Monitor completion status and escalate delays to relevant managers to maintain accurate workforce reporting and ensure proper KPI results.
requirements-expected :
Strong understanding of IT service management principles and service now
Fluency in English mandatory. Additional languages are an asset
Proficiency in ERP tools (SAP, ServiceNow)
Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to align objectives and resolve issues.
Skilled in interpreting complex datasets, validating accuracy, and generating actionable insights.
Strong self-discipline and organizational skills to manage timelines, deliverables, and dependencies across multiple initiatives.
Adaptability to dynamic environments with evolving priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting (preferred but not mandatory).
offered :
A revolutionary job that will be part of the digital transformation of global FMCG leader. We consider that it starts with people who notice more and make better decisions. And that’s exactly the kind of people we want to attract to DANONE.
We know that the future of business is IT and data. We are looking for catalysts for change. We ensure you work with great products, and technologies in an international environment, learning from experts and experienced managers but how much you will develop in this position depends on you!
We value smart working so that’s why while being focused on results, we offer flexible working hours and a home office policy. You are able to work from the office in Warsaw twice a week. Want to move to Warsaw? OK! We have a relocation package to help you out!
On top of that, you will have access to the benefits we offer to you and your family, including private medical care, benefits package for parents, life insurance, social fund, or employee discounts.
We’ve always been changers.
benefits :
sharing the costs of sports activities
private medical care
sharing the costs of professional training & courses
life insurance
parking space for employees
extra social benefits
sharing the costs of tickets to the movies, theater