Senior WAN Financial & Program Analyst – Network Services

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Ford Business Solutions Romania is looking for a

Senior WAN Financial & Program Analyst – Network Services

to join our team in our Bucharest office.

Why Join Ford Business Solutions?

Join Ford's Network Services team and help manage the financial, supplier, and operational oversight of Ford's global WAN and carrier services.

In this highly visible role, you will partner with Network Engineering, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and strategic suppliers to optimize network costs, improve supplier performance, and support reliable connectivity for critical business operations worldwide.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial and analytical capabilities with supplier management and program coordination experience, along with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.

What will be your roles and responsibilities in the team?

• Manage financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for global WAN and carrier services.

• Manage WAN financial governance, including purchase orders, invoice tracking, budget reconciliation, forecasting, and supplier spend.

• Partner with Finance, Supply Chain, and network teams to manage budgets, contracts, and supplier performance.

• Support carrier contract renewals, circuit demand planning, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Develop and maintain financial reporting, cost allocation models, operational dashboards, and executive-level presentations.

• Track WAN circuit inventory, service delivery, financial commitments, and supplier performance.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with network carriers and service providers.

• Support stakeholder communications and supplier coordination during major network service disruptions.

• Support global WAN transformation initiatives through financial analysis, supplier coordination, project tracking, and executive reporting.

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving Network Engineering, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and external suppliers.

Are we looking for you? Yes, if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology Management, Information Systems, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in financial management, supplier management, contract administration, technology program management, or related roles.

• Strong analytical, financial planning, and reporting skills.

• Experience managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with large data sets.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a global environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with telecommunications, WAN, networking, carrier services, or infrastructure operations.

• Experience with supplier contract management, sourcing, and commercial activities.

• Knowledge of circuit inventory management, telecom expense management, and carrier billing.

• Familiarity with telecom financial concepts such as recurring and non-recurring charges, service commitments, and contract renewals.

• Experience supporting large-scale global technology environments.

• Experience coordinating technology projects or infrastructure transformation initiatives.

• Nice to have experience with Python, Power BI, FlowCraft, Alteryx, or other analytics and automation tools.

What you’ll love about us:

• Flexible Hybrid Work

• Generous Vacation Plan and extra bonuses during Vacation, Christmas, Easter and March.

• Annual Performance Bonus

• Bonuses for Special Family Events

• Transportation Allowance

• Exclusive Car Purchase Programs for team members.

• Meal Tickets

• Medical subscription

• Team Events & Social Gatherings to build connections and have fun.

• Bookster Subscription for access to books and resources.

• Fresh Fruits in the Office to keep you energized.

• Discounts on Gym Activities & Local Restaurants for healthy living and dining out.

• Mental Health Care Program because your well-being matters.

• Volunteering Opportunities to give back to the community.

• Modern workspace just steps away from the metro station.

Location: Bucharest

If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge and contribute to a great team, we'd love to hear from you!

Please note that we currently run background checks as part of our recruitment process pending a successful interview.