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Digital Data Lead
Location: First Floor, Friars Gate, 1011 Stratford Rd, Shirley, Solihull Salary: £51000, From, depending on experience
If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.
Overview
Linnaeus has experienced rapid growth through acquisition. Now, we are focused on optimizing our business-as-usual operations, making a significant shift in our approach to organic growth and transforming our business through a comprehensive digital capabilities programme. This is an incredibly exciting time to join Linnaeus, and this role will be pivotal in ensuring a successful transition through this next stage of our lifecycle.
Main purpose & goals
As the Data Lead, you will play a crucial role in creating a better world for pets by ensuring effective data and business process integration within our digital transformation landscape. You will collaborate with our talented functional teams to optimize current data flows and processes, and work with colleagues across Mars to drive the wider digital transformation agenda.
This is a hybrid role with travel required to Shirley and sites across the Uk.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify digital technologies and collaborate with stakeholders to pinpoint areas where digital technologies can enhance data and process workflows.
- Lead the implementation of digital data technologies ensuring they meet data requirements and align to our business strategic goals.
- Analyse and optimize existing business workflows by developing a deep understanding of how current systems and products interact, then propose and implement improvements to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Evaluate current data flows and business process to ensure digital solutions support simplification and harmonization. Address complexities arising from a disaggregated technology stack by working closely with IT, Data& Analytics, and Operations teams.
- Formulate a clear strategy outlining goals, processes and technologies for data integration and workflow simplification. Ensure the data strategy aligns with the overall digital transformation objectives and broader business strategy.
- As Digital Data Steward ensure the integrity, compatibility, and effectiveness of digital solutions within the business. Collaborate with the Data Quality Lead in D&A team and other data stewards to enhance accuracy of data used daily, and strategic decision-making.
- Partner with IT, D&A, Finance and Operations teams to establish robust data governance practices and optimize workflows whilst ensuring compliance data governance policies and procedures.
Person specification
Experience
Track record of implementing digital tools and technologies to optimize data workflows.
Experience of working effectively within a multifunctional team.
Ability to work with and influence multiple stakeholders across the business.
Knowledge of how to map business process and data workflows.
Proven experience in data management and digital transformation projects.
Experience in the pet care industry or a related field.
Previous work in a global or multi-national organization.
Knowledge
Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices.
Knowledge of digital integration and process optimization strategies.
Familiarity with IT, Data & Analytics and Operations.
Up to date knowledge of advancements in digital technologies, including automation, systems, and AI.
Qualifications
Degree level (Data Science, Information Technology, Business Administration) or proven experience in similar roles.
Certifications in data management, digital transformation, or relevant areas.
Post-grad business, change or programme/project management qualifications.
Skills & Abilities
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at various levels.
Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
Proficient in using digital tools and technologies for data management.
Strong time and prioritisation management.
Excellent presentation skills.
Ability to interoperate and analyse complex data.
Ecosystem mindset (ability to think Linnaeus, Mars Petcare & broader Ecosystem).
Advanced data analysis skills using tools like SQL, Python, PowerShell etc.
Experience using Cloud Platforms (Azure) and Data Services.
Strong project management capability.
Other qualities
Credibility and strong personal impact.
High EQ.
Flexible and confident with change.
Part of an amazing global family
Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets. We are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team. Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates.
The future of the veterinary world is at the heart of everything we do. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
Linnaeus is owned by Mars, that makes us part of their 70,000 Veterinary Health Associates who spend their days thinking about the 400 million pets of the world and how to improve their lives. Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets.
Our Associates are fundamental to our success and we are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team.
Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates.
Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our associates.
If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
