Manager, Data Strategy & Reporting (Contractual)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Data Strategy & Reporting Analyst will be responsible for creating & maintaining data pipelines, and the platforms that support said pipelines. He/She will be required to generate a strong understanding of data from a multitude of internal/external platforms, and create pipelines (automated, where possible) that support further downstream reporting/analysis.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

The experience, skills and knowledge and education/certification components of the Candidate Profile should be presented as preferences rather than requirements unless an individual would not be hired for the position without these. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for years of experience.

Experience 

·  Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science, Economics, Statistics or relevant field)
·  Hands on experience developing corporate reports, dashboards and reporting visualizations (2+ years)
·  Experience in working with, developing, and maintaining data pipelines/databases (2+ years)
·  Preferred: Experience in working with cloud services/platforms and APIs (2+ years)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential 

·  Expertise in data visualization and dashboard creation to support downstream business analysis in Microsoft Power BI
·  Expertise in database query languages (i.e. SQL) and cloud/on-premise database management, ability to manage mid to large-sized corporate databases
·  Expertise in Python or related programming languages to support advanced analytics
·  Experience in consolidating and processing complex data sets (ETL/ELT, data validation techniques)
·  Fluent in written and oral communication in English

Desirable

·  Experience working with Snowflake cloud databases and SnowSQL
·  Experience in statistical modeling and machine learning in Python or related programming languages
·  Experience working with cloud services/platforms and APIs; HTML & Javascript a plus
·  Experience in cloud computing platforms/services (i.e. Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, etc.) preferred
·  Experience working independently or as part of a team in Regional/Global projects
·  Working knowledge/experience in Revenue Management/Sales/Marketing/Loyalty Programming domains or Travel & Hospitality industry

Others

·  Able to analyze large volumes of complex information/data and present in a clear, concise and intuitive manner
·  Able to work in fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business conditions/requirements quickly
·  Able to work well independently or as part of a team, initiating and supporting business change
·  Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and oral communication skills

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES 

Leadership

·  Adaptability – Develops strategies and identifies resources to implement and manage change; models flexibility in adjusting priorities; and communicates the need for change in a positive way that encourages commitment. 
·  Communication – Actively listens and uses appropriate communication styles to deliver complex information in a clear concise way and influences others to accept a point of view, gain consensus, or take action. 
·  Problem Solving and Decision Making – Models and sets expectations for solving complex problems, collecting and comparing information to evaluate alternatives, considering their potential impact before making decisions, involving others to gain agreement and support, and guiding others to implement solutions.
·  Professional Demeanor – Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.

Managing Execution

·  Building and Contributing to Teams - Leads and participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.
·  Driving for Results - Focuses and guides others in accomplishing work objectives.
·  Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements self and/or others to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.

Technical Expertise

·  Develop analytical approaches to support all key business processes throughout the year
·  Provide support and help develop/maintain/update Continent and GLS tools and develop analysis to identify revenue opportunities 
·  Develop measurement techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of multiple initiatives
·  Work closely with operations research and systems personnel in creating and developing decision support systems that will lead to enhanced revenues.
·  Respond to requests from Revenue Management stakeholders and other Sales and Marketing stakeholders for data and analysis
·  Special projects, including ad hoc requests for information, analysis and recommendations relative to Revenue Management initiatives

Building Relationships

·  Coworker Relationships - Develops and uses collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
·  Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with the company’s service standards. 
·  Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Generating Talent and Organizational Capability

·  Organizational Capability - Evaluates and adapts the structure of organizational units, jobs, and work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit.
·  Talent Management - Provides guidance and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives.

Learning and Applying Personal Expertise

·  Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others. 
·  Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information (e.g., data related to property Revenue and financial performance) to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges.
·  Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.
·  Analysis - The ability to analyze and summarize detailed data to make inferences and recommendations. Included is the creation and maintenance of spreadsheets for storing data.
·  Research - Skill in collecting information from a variety of sources relating to market data, historical cycles, travel and tourism trends, and real estate market dynamics. 
·  Mathematical Reasoning - Demonstrates ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
·  Oral Comprehension - Demonstrates ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
·  Reading Comprehension - Demonstrates understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
·  Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES 

Leadership

·  Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.   

·  Communication - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.

·  Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions, solves problems, and chooses a course of action.

·  Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values. 

Managing Execution

·  Building and Contributing to Teams - Participates as a member of a team to move toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.

·  Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.

·  Planning and Organizing   - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.

Building Relationships

·  Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships. 

·  Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer/stakeholder needs and actions consistent with the company’s service standards.

·  Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Generating Talent and Organizational Capability 

·  Talent Management - Provides support and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives.

Learning and Applying Professional Expertise

·  Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.

·  Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges.

·  Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.

·  Sales Opportunity Analysis-Understanding and utilizing economic, financial, industry, and organizational data; accurately diagnosing customers’ business strengths, weaknesses, and key issues that can inform sales strategies and plans.

·  Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities. 

·  Basic Computer Skills - Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).

·  Mathematical Reasoning - Adds, subtracts, multiplies, or divides quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.

·  Oral Comprehension - Listens to and understands information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

·  Reading Comprehension – Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

·  Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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