Associate Manager, Data Management, Systems & Analytics, Delivery Systems
About The Position
The Associate Manager, Data Management, Systems & Analytics will shape how data, systems, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies support Global Safety Assurance & Regulatory Affairs (GSARA) operations. The role combines data and systems expertise with strategic problem-solving to develop digital capabilities that make complex work simpler, more connected, and efficient. Working with Global and Regional GSARA teams, IT, R&D, and other cross-functional partners, the associate manager translates business challenges into scalable solutions, strengthens data-driven insights and decision-making, and identifies opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. The role also explores and responsibly applies artificial intelligence, automation, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies. The associate manager proactively identifies opportunities, evaluates technology capabilities, and helps stakeholders understand how digital solutions can address business challenges and create measurable value. Success involves connecting technology to business needs, influencing across functions, guiding change and adoption, and building the knowledge and confidence needed to use new capabilities effectively.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 5 years of professional experience in Software Development, System Administration, Data Management, Analytics, Reporting, Digital Solutions, or related areas.
- Demonstrated experience leading the design and delivery of business systems, data solutions, analytics, automation, or digital capabilities.
- Experience translating business challenges into technology-enabled solutions and constructively challenging requirements to identify alternatives and opportunities.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving adoption or change associated with new technologies, systems, or ways of working.
- Experience with reporting and analytics platforms such as Power BI or Tableau.
- Knowledge of SQL and experience working with data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, Google BigQuery, Azure Synapse/Fabric, or similar.
- Ability to work cross-functionally, influence without direct authority, and build strong internal and external relationships at all levels.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, planning, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and proactively, navigate ambiguity, challenge existing ways of working, and take ownership for outcomes.
Nice To Haves
- Strong technical skills in Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and Databricks.
- Experience applying AI, Generative AI, intelligent automation, or emerging technologies to business processes and workflows.
- Demonstrated ability to explore new technology capabilities, translate them into practical business opportunities, and educate others about their potential application.
- Experience with change management, capability building, and technology adoption.
- Knowledge of the New Product Development (NPD) process.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy, roadmap, design, optimization, and lifecycle management of GSARA information systems and digital solutions, including Power Platform, SharePoint-based solutions, data and analytics platforms, and third-party SaaS applications.
- Manage and prioritize system enhancements and new digital capabilities based on business value, user needs, risk, technical feasibility, and GSARA priorities; establish system and data governance to keep solutions scalable, sustainable, secure, and effective.
- Translate GSARA business needs into technology capabilities by understanding challenges and desired outcomes, constructively challenging requirements, and identifying opportunities to simplify, redesign, automate, or digitally enable work.
- Lead the exploration and application of AI and emerging technologies within GSARA, demonstrating capabilities that address business challenges and help teams rethink workflows and ways of working.
- Drive digital capability building and change management by educating, coaching, and enabling teams to use systems, data, analytics, automation, and AI; lead stakeholder engagement, training, adoption, and change activities.
- Establish and monitor metrics for system performance, adoption, usage, and business value; use data and stakeholder feedback to guide continuous improvement and demonstrate impact.
- Lead cross-functional technology initiatives and partnerships with Global and Regional GSARA teams, IT, R&D, third-party developers, and technology providers.
- Build and maintain reporting and analytics capabilities for GSARA operations and leadership decision-making, establishing standards that improve data integrity, consistency, usability, and scalability.
Benefits
- Bonuses may be included in total compensation packages.
- Long-term incentives may be included in total compensation packages.
- Matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level, and years of service.
- Subsidized health care plans.
- Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Vacation purchase options.
- Recreation and fitness centers.
- Childcare.
- Counseling services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
