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Principal, Digital Data Europe Coordinator

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Barcelona

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in BI software development, SAP ERP knowledge, data modeling, ETL tools, BI tools like Tableau, strong analytical skills, and experience in agile methodologies.
  • You will coordinate daily DDH operations, support team members, mentor staff, manage data projects, liaison with global teams, and ensure alignment with data strategies and best practices.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience with full software development lifecycle on BI projects and support experience.
  • Strong knowledge about SAP ERP (preferred Sales or Financial modules): Processes and tables (data) involved in the processes.
  • Experience with schema design and data modelling
  • Experience with data objects and/or business processes and data objects/flows belong to them.
  • Proven ability to effectively move forward on tasks even with ambiguous or changing requirements.
  • Proven consultancy experience, with the ability to form collaborative, productive working relationships across diverse teams and cultures is a must.
  • Proven ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas, and technologies quickly.
  • Proven track record and ability to train and teach others.
  • Experience with people management is a plus.
  • Certifications: N/A, DCAM will be a plus.
  • Technical Skills:
  • ERP: SAP ECC/BW
  • Data bases: RedShift, PostgreSQL, Oracle…
  • ETL tools: Informatica PowerCenter, PL/SQL, ODI…
  • Analytical Data modelling knowledge (DWH, STAR schema, Kimball…)
  • BI tools: Tableau, QlikView, PowerBI…
  • Awareness and ability to work with both agile & iterative waterfall methodologies.
  • Strong systems/process orientation with demonstrated analytical thinking, organization skills and problem-solving skills.
  • Broad IT knowledge and experience
  • Previous experience from similar industries is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the DDH leader on the development of the DDH strategy, delivery model, ways-of-working, budget and staffing.
  • Act as daily operations coordinator for the DDH team supporting team members as needed to ensure planned progress of the running sprint.
  • Provide leadership, technical guidance, training and mentoring to DDH team members in areas of acquired/assigned expertise, including external consultant partners – knowledge sharing is key to our success.
  • Maintain ERP knowledge (mainly SAP) to translate business needs to data models (star schema) or to collaborate with data architect to define them.
  • Work closely with global data teams to stay updated on development and influencing technical and business members at different levels of the organization to ensure data models align to strategic objectives, considering current need and future potential.
  • Be the SPOC for the other DevOps in Europe E IT and be involved in all projects that have data in their scope. Elaborate for the future the strategy to act as Delivery Team within Europe E IT: preparing for example data and show in Tableau to help any activity in one DevOps (assets report, for example).
  • Stay abreast of industry standard and cutting-edge technologies through whitepapers, vendor-based collaboration and literature, and technical newsgroups – sharing the research with all members of the DDH team and extended community through our internal collaboration tools.
  • Collaborate with the DDH technical leader on architecture/technology decisions and when negotiations, alternatives or rejection of business requests are needed (e.g., if no suitable technological solution is available).
  • Collaborate with the DDH technical leader on to ensure efficient application of current and appropriate emerging technologies in the development of quality products within the constraints of time and budget.
  • Support DDH team SPOCs to ensure they are covering assigned Data Office priorities and are ensuring alignment to data strategy at Global level. This includes ensuring the SPOCs are providing advisory to the data offices and managing the full use case life cycle (demand, clarifying requirements, analysis, development, test and move to run).
  • Contribute to the development of use cases by
  • Clarifying requirements and conducting analysis as needed
  • Performing test of solution prior to UAT, liaising with the Developers.
  • Working with SPOCs to ensure efficient billing and recharges as needed.
  • Contribute to the improvement of Data Maturity in Europe, by being ambassador of RDOs and Golden Rules in Europe. Be the referent to other Delivery Teams and extend Best Practices adopted in Europe.
  • Act as project manager for specific data projects (allocation as PM is decided in dialogue with DDH manager).
  • Support projects during execution for risk migration and in case of escalations (allocation as project support is decided in dialogue with DDH manager).
  • Collaborate with Scrum master and DDH manager to drive the Europe BI community ensuring community members are updated on strategies, priorities, and deliveries as well as relevant regional/global projects/programs.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Digital Data Hub team?

The main purpose of the Digital Data Hub team is to support precise and efficient decision making across the Europe region by advising on and delivering data products.

Who does the role of Principal, Digital Data Europe Coordinator report to?

This role reports to the Europe Digital Data Hub Leader within the Europe - Enterprise IT organization.

What are the three main areas of responsibility for the Digital Data Hub team?

The three main areas are Business SPOC (Single Point of Contact), Use case analysis, and Use case development.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience with the full software development lifecycle on BI projects, strong knowledge about SAP ERP, experience with schema design and data modeling, and proven consultancy experience.

Is experience in people management a requirement for this role?

Experience with people management is a plus but not a strict requirement.

What technical skills are necessary for this position?

Required technical skills include knowledge of ERP systems (especially SAP ECC/BW), databases (like RedShift and PostgreSQL), ETL tools (such as Informatica PowerCenter), data modeling, and familiarity with BI tools (like Tableau and PowerBI).

What kind of support and benefits does Schneider Electric offer its employees?

Schneider Electric offers various support and benefits including life insurance, health insurance, flexible compensation, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and flexible work arrangements.

What role does the DDH Coordinator play in the team?

The DDH Coordinator is responsible for managing the daily operations of the DDH team, collaborating on strategy and delivery models, providing leadership and mentoring, and ensuring alignment with data strategy.

What methodologies does the organization embrace in project management?

The organization embraces both agile and iterative waterfall methodologies.

How does Schneider Electric promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?

Schneider Electric is committed to providing equitable opportunities to everyone and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued. They mirror the diversity of the communities they serve and are dedicated to championing inclusivity.

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