Head of Data Analytics

skillventory - A Leading Talent Research Firm

full-time

Posted on: 9/22/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • North Carolina

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About the role

Lead data, analytics, and technology efforts reporting to the Head of Procurement
Drive development and execution of analytics strategies supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and innovation
Lead a team of data analysts and oversee Vendor Management–wide data initiatives
Foster a data-driven culture and ensure delivery of actionable insights through advanced analytics and business intelligence
Create strategy to establish an authoritative Vendor Management data solution
Provide strategic leadership: develop and execute comprehensive data analytics strategy and collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize analytics opportunities
Responsible for data governance and infrastructure; ensure data quality, integrity, and security and partner with IT to maintain scalable data infrastructure
Partner across Vendor Management and technology teams; maintain KPIs, dashboards, and management tools
Support continuous process improvement initiatives and deliver custom complex analytics and executive materials
Develop solutions and tools to proactively identify supply chain opportunities and translate findings into actionable information on spend patterns, purchasing behavior, cost drivers and savings opportunities
Participate in internal strategic initiatives, sourcing projects, and other special projects requiring subject matter expertise

10+ years of work experience in data, analytics, and reporting or a related field
Proven success building and leading a high performing analytics function
Strong track record of delivering measurable business impact through data
Excellent verbal and written communication, relationship building, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational navigator and teammate who finds common ground and can gain alignment among management, colleagues, and peers
Analytical business problem solver who can ask questions, and use analytics to frame problems, opportunities, and solutions
Advanced statistical analysis and modeling
Proficiency with Machine Learning and AI principles
Advanced understanding of data visualization and storytelling concepts including expertise with one or more BI Platforms
Experience with Data platforms (MySql, Snowflake, Oracle) and database architecture and design principles
Experience and expertise with data mining, movement, integration, ETL and automation tools (SQL, Python, R, Informatica, Alteryx, Blue Prism/RPA)
Experience with use of APIs to extract data from cloud services (SAP, AWS, Azure)
Certifications: Category: Procurement
Note for FINRA-registered internal employees: may impact registrations and should discuss with hiring manager