Senior Manager, Business Intelligence

Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Manager, BI to lead and manage our most complex Business Intelligence projects. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record of success in delivering large-scale BI initiatives, effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and driving innovation within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with advanced expertise in Agile methodologies and project management tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of complex BI projects, from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with business strategies and objectives. 
• Proactively drive communication and collaboration between IT, BI, and business stakeholders, effectively managing expectations and resolving conflicts. 
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including detailed technical requirements, project scopes, deliverables, and risk mitigation strategies. 
• Design, develop, and maintain Jira forms and workflows, optimizing processes for the BI organization and ensuring seamless data flow. 
• Oversee and manage all Confluence documentation and status tracking processes for all direct and indirect projects, ensuring accuracy and accessibility. 
• Proactively communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including managing communication around critical maintenance impacts and outages. 
• Manage project budgets effectively, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines and processes (e.g., Peats and IPC), and providing insightful financial reporting. 
• Mentor and guide junior project managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. 
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively, developing and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. 
• Continuously improve project management processes and methodologies, driving innovation and efficiency within the BI team. 
• Evaluate project success objectively, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to continuous process optimization. 

Critical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration) or equivalent work experience. 
• 5+ years of relevant experience in project management, with a significant focus on Business Intelligence initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.), with experience implementing and scaling Agile frameworks. 
• Advanced proficiency in Jira and Confluence, including experience with administration, customization, and workflow optimization. 
• Advanced financial acumen, including experience with budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting. 
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and deliver consistently high-quality results. 
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and solve complex problems, developing innovative solutions and approaches. 
• Experience evaluating project success objectively and identifying areas for improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Identifies and pursues new opportunities when they arise, grasping the major benefits to the organization.
• Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; gains a sound understanding of the topic
• Conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Experiments to find the best possible solution and gains insight from test cases.
• Readily involves others as appropriate to accomplish individual and group goals.
• Continuously improves own leadership capabilities.