Senior Manager/Associate Director - Data Strategy (1159)

Berkeley Heights, NJ
Full Time
BIM
Senior Manager/Supervisor

Introduction

Axtria is a global provider of cloud software and data analytics to the Life Sciences industry. We help Life Sciences companies transform the product commercialization journey to drive sales growth and improve healthcare outcomes for patients. We are acutely aware that our work impacts millions of patients and lead passionately to improve their lives.

Since our founding in 2010, technology innovation has been our winning differentiation, and we continue to leapfrog competition with platforms that deploy Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Our cloud-based platforms - Axtria DataMax™, Axtria InsightsMax™, Axtria SalesIQ™, and Axtria MarketingIQ™ - enable customers to efficiently manage data, leverage data science to deliver insights for sales and marketing planning and manage end-to-end commercial operations.

With customers in over 75 countries, Axtria is one of the largest global commercial solutions providers in the Life Sciences industry. We continue to win industry recognition for growth and are featured in some of the most aspirational lists - INC 5000, Deloitte FAST 500, NJBiz FAST 50, SmartCEO Future 50, Red Herring 100, and several other growth and technology awards.

Axtria is looking for exceptional talent to join our rapidly growing global team. People are our biggest perk! Our transparent and collaborative culture offers a chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Axtria Institute, our in-house university, offers the best training in the industry and an opportunity to learn in a structured environment. A customized career progression plan ensures every associate is set up for success and able to do meaningful work in a fun environment. We want our legacy to be the leaders we produce for the industry. Will you be next?

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Strategy professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceuticals or medical devices and experience in management consulting is strongly preferred. This role requires expertise in data strategy, architecture, and management, with a focus on leveraging advanced technologies to drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Planning and Execution:
    • Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with business goals.
    • Identify and leverage opportunities to utilize data for business innovation and growth.
    • Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate data strategy into the overall business strategy.
  • Data Architecture and Management:
    • Design, implement, and optimize data architectures to meet business needs.
    • Experience with one or more e.g. AWS or Microsoft Azure, Snowflake, and Databricks.
    • Experience with Managing end to end data lifecycle, including data acquisition, processing, and consumption.
  • Advanced Analytics and Insights:
    • Promote the use of advanced analytics, machine learning, and data science to derive actionable insights.
    • Lead the development of advanced analytics, machine learning, and data science to derive actionable insights.
    • Partner with business units to understand their data needs and provide relevant analytical support.
  • Data Governance and Compliance:
    • Establish and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
    • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
    • Maintain data quality and integrity across all data initiatives.
  • Leadership and Team Development:
    • Encourage knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.
    • Represent the data strategy team in executive meetings, presenting findings and strategic recommendations.
  • Communication and Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Communicate the data strategy and its benefits to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
    • Present complex data concepts in a clear and understandable manner to non-technical stakeholders.
    • Ensure effective communication of data-related issues, challenges, and initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s/Advanced degree in Information Management, Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Science, and Operations Management.
  • Experience:
    • Prior experience in pharmaceuticals or medical devices is mandatory.
    • Prior experience working in management consulting (Big 4 or management consulting companies) is strongly preferred.
    • Minimum of 8 years of experience in data management, data strategy, or a related field.
    • Extensive experience with AWS or Microsoft Azure, and either Snowflake or Databricks is mandatory.
    • Experience and knowledge of Data Integration, Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Data Governance technologies are preferable.
    • Experience and knowledge of Data Lakes and Data Warehouses are strongly preferred.
  • Skills:
    • Strong presentation development and communication skills.
    • Strong program management and team management skills.
    • Ability to work with global teams.
    • Proficiency with data management and analytics tools and platforms.
    • Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Attributes:
    • Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
    • Innovative mindset with a passion for leveraging data to drive business success.
    • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership.

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