Join Our Team as a Data Architecture Lead at Mars Petcare!
At Mars Petcare, we’re on an exciting journey of digital transformation, and we want you to be a part of it! Our Pet Nutrition division is launching a groundbreaking 3-year program aimed at revolutionizing how we operate through innovative digital and data solutions. If you’re passionate about data architecture and want to make a real impact, this is the opportunity for you!
Your Mission
As a Data Architecture Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing strong Digital & Data Foundations (DDF) for our Pet Nutrition products. Your expertise will help us:
* Transform product performance evaluation from siloed assessments to integrated, data-driven insights.
* Revolutionize innovation protocols with rapid digital modeling for accelerated development.
* Digitize quality standards to proactively mitigate risks and enhance product quality.
* Integrate legacy IT systems into a cohesive digital ecosystem for maximum operational efficiency.
What We’re Looking For
We need a visionary leader who brings:
* Experience: Proven track record as a Senior Data Architect or in a similar leadership role.
* Technical Skills: Strong background in data modeling, architecture frameworks, and modern integration methods.
* Cloud Knowledge: Deep understanding of cloud-based data platforms and analytics solutions.
* Communication Skills: Excellent stakeholder management abilities to influence and align across teams.
* Adaptability: Experience in building scalable data architectures that evolve with business needs.
* Passion for Mentorship: A collaborative approach to coaching and enabling others.
* Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with data security, regulatory compliance, and GDPR best practices.
* Industry Insight: Previous experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry is a plus!
Your Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
* Lead with Expertise: Act as a thought leader, guiding teams in understanding business objectives and data requirements.
* Drive Strategy: Define and execute data architecture strategies across various business domains.
* Develop Models: Create scalable, integrated data models and architectures.
* Identify Opportunities: Proactively find ways data can drive business change and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
* Ensure Alignment: Align data architecture efforts with broader business visions and provide oversight across initiatives.
* Mentor Others: Coach solution architects and modelers to build internal capabilities.
* Advocate Best Practices: Promote tools and methods related to data architecture.
What You Can Expect from Mars
Joining Mars means being part of a diverse and talented team, all guided by our Five Principles. Here’s what you can look forward to:
* Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a company striving to build a better tomorrow.
* Learning & Development: Access to best-in-class training and resources from day one, including Mars University.
* Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an industry-leading salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Mars Petcare and help shape the future of pet nutrition!
Mars is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.