SummaryPosition SummaryAs Advantage Solutions transforms the way we do business, we are looking to hire a VP-Data & Analytics Solutions IT to oversee the strategy, design, implementation, and management of the organization's Enterprise data foundation and delivery of our Analytical data products. This senior position requires a deep understanding of people, data management, BI, and various stages of Analytics (From Descriptive to Data Science), as well as experience leading Data & Analytics strategic management initiatives.The ideal candidate will be a deep subject matter expert in creating & running data-mature Analytics organizations while educating and bringing along a broader audience. They will also be adept at informing on & executing the Enterprise data strategy and influencing non-associated decision makers and leading inquiry-data change management efforts across organizational boundaries.ResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position SummaryVP-Data & Analytics Solutions IT will oversee the strategy, design, implementation, and management of the organization's Enterprise data foundation and delivery of our Analytical data products. This senior position requires a deep understanding of people, data management, BI, and various stages of Analytics (From Descriptive to Data Science), as well as experience leading Data & Analytics strategic management initiatives.The ideal candidate will be a deep subject matter expert in creating & running data-mature Analytics organizations while educating and bringing along a broader audience. They will also be adept at informing on & executing the Enterprise data strategy and influencing non-associated decision makers and leading inquiry-data change management efforts across organizational boundaries.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities Highly experienced with informing and executing a comprehensive Enterprise Analytics Data management strategy that aligns with the overall business objectives. Serve as the single point of accountability for the Enterprise Data Foundation - partnering with Master Data & Enterprise Data Management, Data Science Product Leadership & Client services functions within DnA Partner directly with IT Commercial services team to collaborate on Analytics needs and solutions. Partner with Enterprise Architecture to ensure infrastructure designs and approaches meet the business data & analytics capabilities required. Champion related enterprise data governance and influencing others to engrain governance mentality in our DnA efforts. Lead implementation of various supporting Azure Microsoft data capabilities, Databricks and other data cataloging, visualization and Analytics application to support the overall Analytics Strategy program. Upskill existing talent & staff the gap areas for the DnA Operating Model Drive Enterprise data and analytics standardization across rules, quality, processes, and onboard necessary tools. Enforce rules and encourage & influence best practices within the team and across the organization as needed. Create Data-centric approach to support business questions, decisions and actions – developing our Analytics and relevant data roadmap. Lead the Data and Analytics strategy, design, development and implementation of all data management & Analytical tools and systems. Manage the Data and Analytics team of professionals and their career planning/development, including E2E solution leads, data ingestion, curation, visualization, BI, cubes, Data science commercialization, architects, data analysts, and data engineering professionals. Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and other legal requirements related to data management. Stay current on emerging trends and technologies in data and analytics delivery and inform recommendations for the adoption of new capabilities, tools and platforms. Partner with cross-functional teams within IT and across the business functions to identify critical analytics needs and their corresponding data design/governance policies/data quality/accuracy. Collaborate with business leaders to identify opportunities for leveraging data to develop data-driven insights that drive business actions and outcomes. Partner with and manage external vendors or consultants as an extension of IT to ensure successful data systems implementation and integration with existing environment. Partner with PMO leads to continuously manage team delivery to project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure timely and high-quality and high adoption data products. Build high trust relationships with our business partners. Build repeatable processes around data management and execution, data products and data science commercialization. Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect Reports
Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports
May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25 %
Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level:Bachelor’s or relevant experience in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related fieldField of Study/Area of Experience:
Proven experience (10+ years) leading Data analytics projects and teams.
10+ years of analytics/data science/ai & data management/analysis experience, including extensive knowledge of database schemas, data dictionaries, field mappings, data sensitivity, data security, data flows, process analysis, etc.
10+ years of experience in multiple areas of BI and Analytics
Implementation experience with Data Governance, Data catalog, Analytics, Semantic Layer, etc. tools – especially in the Microsoft & Databricks offering space.
Strong knowledge of all required capabilities to execute a Data and Analytics strategy in an emerging space of maturity for an enterprise
Create RFPs, review responses and finalize vendors as an extension of IT team working with strategic sourcing
Strong understanding of Enterprise data management, business processes, including finance, order management and procurement.
CPG/ Retail experience is a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, manage projects, and deliver results.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Familiarity with IT governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment. Build Strong working Executive relationships. Strong written communication and verbal communication skills at Executive and team levels. Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within/ across teams. Skill in supervising and delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance.Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-NY-New York | US-IL-Chicago | US-IL-ChicagoPrimary Posting Location : City New YorkPrimary Posting Location : State/Province NYPrimary Posting Location : Postal Code 10001Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2024-431621Position Type Full TimeCategory Professional: (IT, Finance, Legal, HR, Talent Acquisition, Administrative, Customer Service)Minimum USD $240,000.00/Yr.Maximum USD $270,000.00/Yr.
