Perdue Farms is a family-owned food and agriculture company now in its second century of growth and innovation. We were founded on trust—a value that carries through everything we do. Perdue Foods is a leader in Premium Proteins and Perdue AgriBusiness ranks among the top US grain companies.SummaryOur Data Analytics department based out of our Salisbury, MD Headquarters is looking for a Data and Analytics Sr. Tech Leader to join the team. The Data and Analytics Sr. Tech Leader is responsible for the deployment and user engagement of Analytics in support of data-driven decision-making that leads to improved organizational performance, quality, outcomes, and cost for multiple functions groups.This role is onsite at our Corporate Salisbury, MD offices. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.The salary range for this position is $126,000 - $190,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Serves as a lead for data, analytics, and data visualization for Multiple segments of Perdue
Performs and oversees analysis and recommends appropriate analytic, statistic, and data visualization methods, resources, and tools for complex business issues
Provides support for data governance and the coordination and alignment of analytics activities supporting the strategic direction of multiple groups to improve data-driven decision making
Promote analytic usage and skills among management and employees through training and mentoring, of appropriate analytics tools
Guides Business analytic leaders to create one source of the truth by creating certified, trustworthy, and structured data in the Enterprise Analytics Platform
Run projects to extend foundational data needs and enabling business to make more consistent decisions
Develop analytic metrics that establish a consistent, coherent approach to data
Drives analytics maturity throughout Perdue
Leads enterprise Data Analyst forum
Minimum Education and Experience RequiredBachelor's degree in information technology, Data Analytics or Business, Master a plus. Our ideal candidate will have:
5 plus year of related experience
Experience with Dataiku for data preparation, machine learning, and data orchestration preferred.
Certifications in Power BI or Dataiku are a plus.
Demonstrated strength in data modeling and wrangling
Knowledge of functions and supporting analytics
Great numerical and analytical skills
Knowledge of Data Analytics used to provide business insight and bring value to our business partners is required.
Experience with statistical methods and data science
Knowledge of data platforms and functions supporting Analytics
Proven Ability to deliver innovative ideas and suggestions to contribute to the direction for Data Analytics within the Organization.
Experience with Project Management methodologies
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
