Data Management Director jobs in Olive Branch, MS

Position Overview: The Director of Administrative Business Services (ABS) Data Analytics serves as the liaison between departments within ABS. Additionally, this role will collaborate with other departments within Administrative Services Group (ASG) and IT to plan and execute projects, and to improve efficiencies and accuracy of all data flows and analytics for internal and external review. 

 The Director reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and supports Operating Companies with the same purpose at the discretion and direction of the CAO.

Essential Job Functions  

• Develop relationships and deep knowledge of core processes within ABS and ASG 
• Create company-aligned standards and best practice for leading and executing analytics systems
• Publish and communicate strategies and results to stakeholders and CAO
• Evaluate challenges within core processes and develop strategies to optimize
• Identify KPIs to monitor and measure performance goals, and review performance against plans
• Draft and maintain SOPs as needed
• Establish and build rapport and partnerships with stakeholders and users, where appropriate
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements where appropriate
• Conduct all business in a highly ethical manner, exhibiting behavior, practices, and standards that uphold IMC core values
• Create a safe and positive working environment where employees feel included, recognized, and heard
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• 10 years of experience in information technology in economics, statistics, applied mathematics, financial engineering or related field, including 5 years of management and analyst experience
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, business, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Proven track record of effectively enhancing processes and collaborating with users and stakeholders in a performance and results-based organization
• Ability to demonstrate expertise in developing and operationalizing strategies that have elevated an organization’s efficiencies in business processes 
• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven process evaluation 
• Exceptional interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Authentic, approachable, and supportive leader with the ability to collaborate with staff to set and achieve strategic objectives 
• Demonstrated prior success working with stakeholders and cultivating relationships across departments and job levels
• Successful history of leading, influencing, and developing a team of professionals in a similar discipline
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and commit to the company’s mission

Other Skills/Abilities 

• Extensive experience with ABS products 
• Expert knowledge of analytical tools and emerging industry practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software