Data Analyst (Procurement & REWS)

**WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.** **We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.** **We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.** **Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.** **For more information, visit [.](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0)** **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. 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