Manager of Data Science Job Description

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Manager of Data Science

NiSource - Columbus, OH

Job Title: Manager of Data Science

Job Code: 107967

Job Summary

The Manager of Data Science is a leadership role, reporting directly to the Director of Data Science, is responsible and accountable for leading a team that:

Design and develop data products that address internal and external business needs using analytic tools/languages such as R, python, and SAS, BI tools such as Power BI/Tableau
Partner with internal customers to develop analyses that lead to actionable insights that improve business decision making, performance, and customer experience
Define and work with stakeholders to improve data integrity and usefulness throughout the company, including identification of opportunities to improve operations and processes that impact data
Foster cross functional/regional sharing of analytical frameworks, approaches, and insights
Is focused on delivering actionable analytical solutions, and enhanced process capabilities that drive and sustainable and optimized performance

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Data Science Ownership Responsibilities:

Manage the team's (3-5 individuals) workflow, prioritize solutions based on effort versus Value & Risk and allocate tasks and projects between the team members based on domain expertise
Build a team of talented data scientists that can navigate a fast-paced environment with the potential for frequent course changes

Identify, analyze, and leverage industry best practices, benchmark studies and business relationships with other utilities to measure and improve business processes
Drive business value through successful delivery of analytics products and analysis associated with strategic business value initiatives
In tandem with the Director of Data Science, lead the maturation process for data science at NiSource

Leader, Partner & Trusted Advisor Responsibilities:

Mentor and develop an elite analytics team of data scientists and analytical professionals

Lead an enterprise community of practice for analytics to foster cross-function collaboration
Partner with data governance team to help identify data integrity opportunities
Partner and align with IT strategies that support an efficient, secure, cost-effective use of technology
Instills the importance of a value-first mentality
Strategic partner to help drive culture change about data & analytics consumption

Required Qualifications for Position

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
7+ years total experience:

5+ years of business intelligence, performance measurement and analysis, process improvement or similar experience

Strong skills in data mining, cleaning, shaping, sizing using SQL, Python, R or similar
Strong skills with data visualization engines like Power BI or Tableau and the ability to effectively communicate stories with the data
Serve as an inclusive leader by proactively seeking out different perspectives both internally and externally
Ability to work in fast paced environment with tight timelines

Experience developing and managing large data warehouses
Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills as well as skills in facilitation
Ability to develop and communicate management / senior level reporting
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and at times competing deliverables

Preferred Qualifications for Position

Advanced degree in data science, math, MBA, or other related preferred
Experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience consolidating data warehouses and working with cloud systems

Proven track record of leading a team of data scientists to create enterprise value
Electric/Gas utility experience knowledge

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range:
$125,800.00 - $188,600.00

Posting Start Date:
2024-04-18

Posting End Date (if applicable):
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.