Talent Optimization Analyst

Description

Work Schedule  : M-F, 8-4 EST

Internal Title: Talent Optimization Analyst

Local candidates only - (preferred NYC, NJ tri city area) Commutable distance to Morristown - as needed, estimated at a few times per month Large department; working directly with team of 12+ Potential work with global teams, reps Will interact, with people analytics and finance team;

Assist in creating power points for QBR (collab) Paid parking is required when onsite

Must Have Experience:

• 6+ years of experience in related role
• Previous experience monitoring progress against operational KPIs and surface risks or dependencies as needed
• Manage procurement activities, including PO lifecycle creation, vendor tracking, and reconciliation against services delivered, ensuring alignment with Finance and contract timelines.
• Suggesting process improvements
• Previous exp with procurement systems, SAP pulls, Coupa, financial modeling, forecasting
• Monthly financial reports, ensure reports are reconciled Excel: Experienced, pivots, formulas, financial modeling
• Workday reporting

Nice to have/ preferred:

• Vizier (plus) BI experience a plus (PowerBI)
• Previous biotech/ pharma industry exp Previous experience working in HR department

Key Responsibilities

Budget & Financial Execution

• Maintain and update trackers for Talent budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations.
• Support financial modeling and analysis to strengthen business cases for strategic initiatives.
• Prepare variance reports and provide detailed documentation to support budget reviews.
• Keep dashboards current with relevant financial metrics for leadership visibility.
• Manage procurement activities, including PO lifecycle creation, vendor tracking, and reconciliation against services delivered, ensuring alignment with Finance and contract timelines.

Analytics & Reporting

• Collaborate with the Talent Optimization Lead to develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools that provide insight into costs, investments, and ROI.
• Support with the consolidation of inputs from Finance, Procurement, People Analytics, and People and Culture into clear, actionable summaries.
• Assist in preparing data-backed materials that inform leadership discussions and planning.

Business Case & ROI Support

• Partner with the Talent Optimization Lead to build and refine financial models and ROI trackers for Talent programs.
• Conduct research and gather baseline data to support strategic case development.
• Ensure all inputs are accurate, well-documented, and ready for review and presentation.

Operational Support

• Assemble materials and slide decks for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and other leadership forums.
• Maintain and reconcile headcount and workforce cost data (e.g., openings, hires, transfers) to ensure consistency across Finance, People Analytics, and the broader P&C organization.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity across all deliverables.
• Monitor progress against operational KPIs and surface risks or dependencies as needed.

Continuous Process Execution

• Execute repeatable operational processes with precision and consistency.
• Suggest process improvements where appropriate and document changes once approved by leadership.
• Provide reliable baseline data for internal and external benchmarking initiatives.
• Suggest supplier engagement improvements to optimize the overall Talent COE cost

Procurement & Vendor Execution

• Create and manage purchase orders (POs), ensuring all entries are correct, complete, and approved.
• Track PO lifecycle and reconcile against services delivered.
• Maintain vendor records and track contract renewals or expirations.
• Prepare procurement data summaries for leadership review.

About You

• Experience in HR operations, finance, or data analytics.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and reporting tools (e.g., Vizier, Power BI, Workday).
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data handling.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and geographies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related field.
• Fluent in English.
• Minimum of 6+ Years of experience