Financial Analyst, Travel Supplier Strategy

BCD

4h•$52,000 - $78,000•Remote

About The Position

The Financial Analyst, Travel Supplier Strategy provides analytical, operational, and strategic support across defined supplier functions, including air, car, and hotel. The role delivers data-driven analysis to identify revenue opportunities and highlight potential business risks in support of suppliers and organizational objectives. The position evaluates suppliers’ financial performance, conducts financial and operational analysis, and turns complex data into actionable insights for decision-making. By identifying patterns, measuring business impact, and developing reporting and performance metrics, the Analyst supports supplier strategies that enhance supplier value and business results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Prior analytical and financial experience, especially in the travel industry.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Basic SQL knowledge.

Responsibilities

Analyze supplier revenue, commission, incentive, and performance data to identify trends, validate results, and generate insights that support forecasting, budgeting, business reviews, and strategic decision-making.
Develop and maintain financial models for supplier negotiations, business case development, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Partner with supplier managers and leadership teams to evaluate proposed agreements and quantify the projected financial and operational impact of contractual changes.
Support annual planning, forecasting, and budgeting through data-driven analysis and financial performance assessments.
Use existing reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications to analyze data against contract models and assess strategic options.
Analyze ad hoc suppliers and evaluate their potential impact on performance and revenue.
Use supplier, internal, and third-party data to develop interactive reporting that tracks supplier contractual and financial performance and supports optimal revenues and earnings rates.
Communicate analyses effectively to internal teams and illustrate recommended actions based on analytical findings.
Improve reporting capabilities by identifying gaps, recommending enhancements, and partnering on the development of analytical tools and solutions.
Develop expert-level understanding of supplier data to ensure the accuracy and integrity of reported results.