Manger Data Analytics

WoodmenLife • Omaha, NE

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

WoodmenLife is seeking a Manager – Data Analytics to lead our Enterprise Data Warehouse and Data Analytics functions within the newly created AI & Data Analytics group in Business Technology. This hands-on technical leadership role directly manages a team of five data engineers and analysts and plays a central role in advancing the organization’s data maturity and analytics capabilities. This leader is both a strategist and practitioner—guiding data solutions, shaping architecture direction, mentoring technical staff, and ensuring our analytics platforms support enterprise objectives.
Why You Would Love This Position
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys blending hands‑on technical leadership with meaningful strategic influence. A person would love this job because they get to lead a talented, collaborative team that is eager to innovate and solve complex data challenges that directly improve WoodmenLife’s position in the marketplace. You’ll lead a team that is passionate about building modern data capabilities, tackling high‑impact problems, and delivering solutions that make a visible difference across the organization. You will have the opportunity to shape WoodmenLife’s enterprise data environment, modernize analytics practices, and drive high‑visibility initiatives that matter. If you value autonomy, appreciate cross‑functional partnership, and want your work to genuinely move the needle, this is a role where you can make a lasting difference.
Why This Role Matters
Data is one of WoodmenLife’s most valuable assets, and this role sits at the heart of how it is transformed into meaningful insights that drive the organization forward. The Manager – Data Analytics ensures that trusted, well‑structured data is available to support strategic decisions, improve member experience, and strengthen operational performance. Your work directly supports critical areas such as financial stability, fraud prevention, operational efficiency, regulatory readiness, and modernization efforts. By leading the team responsible for the enterprise data warehouse and key analytics initiatives, you will help WoodmenLife turn data into a competitive advantage—not just a system to maintain. Your leadership will influence decision‑making enterprise‑wide and contribute to shaping the future of our analytics capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or 6+ years in a complex, multi‑vendor data environment.
• 5+ years in a hands‑on SQL DBA, Data Architect, or analytics/reporting leadership role.
• Expert‑level SQL Server knowledge and architecture skills.
• Strong familiarity with Snowflake, Azure, and analytical design patterns.
• Proven experience leading and motivating technical teams.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities.
• High awareness of IT and data security standards.
• Experience managing vendors and supporting enterprise‑scale data initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance or financial services industry experience.
• Microsoft Azure certifications.
• Multi‑platform development experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior data leader across major analytics initiatives, guiding data architecture and technical strategy.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of Data Engineers and Data Analysts.
• Facilitate technical discussions on data architecture, reporting, analytics, and platform strategy.
• Partner with stakeholders including Actuary, Legal, Core Operations, Fraternal, and Marketing.
• Oversee and contribute to the development of the enterprise data warehouse, analytic platforms, and associated roadmaps.
• Direct data technology implementations and improvements across multiple teams and systems.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture to ensure alignment with the target data architecture vision.
• Manage vendor relationships and guide technical evaluations.
• Establish standards for data architecture, engineering, and analytics development.
• Monitor emerging trends in data technologies to inform WoodmenLife’s future data ecosystem.
• Ensure adherence to development processes, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Educate internal customers on data and analytics strategies and value.
• Serve as liaison between business and technical teams to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Maintain compliance with security and data governance policies.
• Troubleshoot data and reporting challenges.
• Coach team members and review solution designs.
• Meet with stakeholders to clarify requirements and assess satisfaction.
• Brainstorm analytical approaches and reporting structures with the team.
• Contribute hands-on to technical solutions when appropriate.

Benefits

• WoodmenLife offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package.
• More information can be found at https://www.woodmenlife.org/careers/home-office/benefits/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees