Senior Associate - Innovation

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Associate - Innovation who will play a key role in supporting the innovation team by conducting structured analysis, monitoring performance, and delivering data-driven reports. This position emphasizes evaluating innovation efforts, supporting pilot project governance, and facilitating informed decision-making through comprehensive analytics and interactive dashboards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly update the innovation portfolio dashboard to reflect current progress.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across pilot projects and proofs-of-concept, identifying risks, delays, and areas for improvement.
• Create interactive dashboards by integrating data from various business units into cohesive, automated reports ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Support financial modeling activities for innovation projects, including ROI and scenario analyses, and assist in assessing cost savings and revenue opportunities.
• Contribute to evaluation processes for startups and technology partners using scoring models and analytical frameworks, preparing summaries for decision forums.
• Prepare succinct and insight-rich presentations for senior leadership and provide analytical content for Innovation Committee materials, ensuring timely and structured reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related disciplines.
• Professional certifications in data analytics or Business Intelligence tools are preferred.

Experience and Skills

• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in analytics, strategy, finance, or innovation-oriented roles.
• Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams within corporate settings.
• Exposure to project evaluation, performance monitoring, or portfolio reporting is advantageous.
• Expertise in advanced Business Intelligence and data visualization, including dashboard development and data modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for detailed analysis and reporting.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts including ROI, cost-benefit evaluations, and basic business case analysis.
• Knowledge of performance tracking methodologies and KPI creation.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail, clear communication, and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative approach.