# Job Description: Senior WAN Financial & Program Analyst – Network Services
## About the Role
We are seeking a Senior WAN Financial & Program Analyst to join our Network Services team in Bucharest. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the financial, supplier, and operational aspects of Ford’s global Wide Area Network (WAN) and carrier services. Your collaboration with Network Engineering, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and strategic suppliers will be critical in optimizing network costs, enhancing supplier performance, and ensuring reliable connectivity for essential business operations.
The primary objectives of this position include managing financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting, as well as supporting carrier contract renewals and cost optimization initiatives. You will play a key role in developing financial reporting and operational dashboards while driving continuous improvement initiatives with network service providers.
## Key Responsibilities
– Oversee financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for global WAN and carrier services.
– Manage WAN financial governance including purchase orders, invoice tracking, budget reconciliation, and supplier spend.
– Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, and network teams on budgets, contracts, and supplier performance.
– Support carrier contract renewals, circuit demand planning, and cost optimization strategies.
– Create and maintain financial reports, cost allocation models, and executive presentations.
– Track WAN circuit inventory, service delivery, financial commitments, and supplier performance metrics.
– Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to network carriers and service providers.
– Facilitate communication and supplier coordination during major network service disruptions.
– Assist in global WAN transformation initiatives through financial analysis and project tracking.
– Coordinate cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders.
## Required Skills
– Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Technology Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
– Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, supplier management, contract administration, or technology program management.
– Strong analytical and financial planning skills.
– Experience managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
– Proficient in Microsoft Excel, especially with large data sets.
– Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience working with senior leadership.
– Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a global environment.
## Preferred Skills
– Experience in telecommunications, WAN, networking, or carrier services.
– Familiarity with supplier contract management and telecom financial concepts.
– Knowledge of circuit inventory management and telecom expense management.
– Experience in large-scale global technology environments.
– Familiarity with Python, Power BI, FlowCraft, Alteryx, or other analytics and automation tools is a plus.
## Benefits
– Flexible hybrid work options.
– Generous vacation plan with additional bonuses during holidays.
– Annual performance-related bonuses.
– Transportation allowance and exclusive car purchase programs.
– Meal tickets and medical subscriptions.
– Team events and social gatherings for building connections.
– Access to books and resources via a Bookster subscription.
– Fresh fruit in the office and discounts on gym activities and local restaurants.
– Support for mental health care and volunteering opportunities.
– Modern workspace conveniently located near the metro station.
## Useful Links
– [Company Website](https://www.ford.com)
– [Careers](https://www.ford.com/careers)
## Why You Might Be Interested
This role offers a unique opportunity to integrate financial management expertise with network operations, directly impacting the efficiency and effectiveness of Ford’s WAN services. Working in a collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders, you will play a significant part in supporting critical business operations globally while enjoying a range of employee benefits that promote work-life balance and well-being.