Sr Analyst Vendor Management at MATTELCO UK Ltd

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Vendor Management, Power BI, Tableau, Excel, Spend Analysis, Financial Modeling, IT Procurement, Dashboard Development, Stakeholder Communication, Risk Management, Project Management, Contract Management, Data Analytics

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Company Description CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers. Job Description Job Title: VMO – Finance and Budgeting Analyst Location: Hyderabad, India Job Summary: The VMO Analyst – Finance & Budgeting Support plays a key role in partnering with Finance, IT, and Procurement to drive data-informed decision-making around supplier spend, project budgeting, and forecasting. This position supports the Vendor Management Office by delivering insights through financial modeling, spend analysis, and dashboard development to support leadership visibility and governance. The candidate must be willing to work on site 4 days a week in Hyderabad. Expect some weekly meetings to be in the US Central time zone. Key Responsibilities: Finance & Budget Partnership: Collaborate closely with Finance teams to align vendor spend (actual and forecast) with departmental budgets and corporate financial goals. Support month-end and quarter-end budget reconciliation processes, including accruals and variance analysis. Track actuals vs. forecasted spend across supplier contracts and service categories. Forecasting & Budget Management: Assist in the development of multi-quarter supplier spend forecasts in coordination with Finance, Contract Management, and Project teams. Maintain dynamic budget templates to track on going changes across vendors and projects. Identify trends or deviation in vendor spend to proactively inform budget planning. Financial Analysis & Visualization: Analyze large sets of financial and supplier data to identify insights related to tail spend, savings opportunities, contract utilization, and / or risks. Conduct scenario modeling to support renegotiations, sourcing decisions, or contract extensions. Executive Dashboard Development: Build, maintain, and enhance dashboards summarizing supplier spend, forecasted expenditures and project financials (related to 3rd party spend) for executive audiences. Use tools like Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or Excel to provide clear and visually impactful reporting. Deliver monthly / quarterly executive summaries with actionable insights for Mattel Leadership. Qualifications Qualifications: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business, finance, Data Analytics Accounting, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, procurement finance, or vendor operation. Experience in IT or professional services procurement is a plus. Experience in a Vendor Management Office or working with procurement/legal/IT on licensing matters is highly desirable. Skills & Knowledge: Strong understanding of IT Procurement, inclusive of Professional Services and Software. Familiarity with contract language. High attention to detail in financial reporting and VMO metrics. Strong project management, coordination, and documentation skills. Proven experience building actionable dashboards and reporting where inputs come from multiple sources in the environment. Tools & Systems: Experience with Data analysis tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Excel). Proficiency in collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint). Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones. Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret and cross-reference large datasets and licensing entitlements. Negotiation Awareness: Understanding how audit outcomes impact vendor relationships and contract negotiations. Risk Management: Ability to assess, communicate, and mitigate audit risks effectively. Stakeholder Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially under time-sensitive audit scrutiny. Discretion & Integrity: Must handle sensitive vendor communications and legal matters with the utmost confidentiality. Preferred Qualifications: IT procurement experience Building sustainable dashboards for executive consumption Additional Information Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. How We Work: We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors: We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower. We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking. We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results. Our Approach to Flexible Work: We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter. Who We Are: Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy Location: India - Hyderabad

Responsibilities

Partner with Finance, IT, and Procurement to manage supplier spend, project budgeting, and financial forecasting. Develop executive dashboards and provide actionable insights to support leadership visibility and governance.