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.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

We expect you to have:

• 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).

At the Danone group we are fulfilling our mission, according to which „we bring health to as many people as possible”.

Behind our brands is always technology pushing them forward. We know that the future of business is IT and data. That’s why we use advanced and innovative IT solutions which are implemented in all Danone units around the world. We are currently developing an IT & Data Hub in Warsaw and in three other locations around the world: Kuala Lumpur, Mexico City and Paris. Those Hubs will support IT & Data vision: by 2025, data & technology are strategic differentiators of Danone, powered by an agile IT & Data organization.

For more information about Danone, our divisions and culture, please explore   www.careers.danone.com.

WE OFFER

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.

WHAT NEXT?

Click the “Apply” button and create your profile in the recruitment system by uploading a CV. We will get acquainted with your experience and then we will arrange the selected candidates for the first telephone interview. Next steps are two meetings with your future managers at Danone.

Do not hesitate and join our IT&DATA Team in Poland which vision is that the technology is a strategic differentiator for DANONE, powered by an IT agile organization.

We embrace diversity in our organization. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status.
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