Overview

　　The R&D Data Analyst's role will be primarily focused on the development of strategic insights and deliver smart analytics in support of R&D priorities. This includes connecting data across multiple data sources through curated metrics and developing insights focused on portfolio analysis and reporting.Critical elements of this role will provide accurate visualization fit-for-purpose to generate the insights. Position will interface with finance team, establish appropriate QC checks to ensure accuracy of the information, review Portfolio reports, generate requirements for new reports, gather insights from reports and socialize within R&D team.

　　Responsibilities

　　Execute against team charter (SLA) for Reporting & Analytics

　　Execute portfolio level reporting of R&D spend (people & projects) (utilizing dashboards, templated decks, and reporting tools)Provide business performance explanations, incorporating considerations beyond data into the reportingExplain business performance, drivers, and optimization opportunitiesProvide responses to ad-hoc follow-ups when double-click (additional questions) required with tables/charts/stories using relevant data

　　Support Reporting Lead/Sr.Managers/Managers delivering against information needs articulated by Business Partners; addressing business questions and process requirements Deliver against needs of stakeholders, requestors and end service users Responsible for managing multiple priorities; being able to manage deadlines and deliverablesMonitor and act upon regular feedback inputs from end-users and Business Partners for deliverables Maintaining Data integrity across multiple platforms, like Excel (AOP Data Collection), Clarity (Portfolio Management) & Anaplan (Finance system)Support the preparation of data loads on period basisEnsure data accuracy after period data loads by Finance Coordinate with Power BI reporting team on latest data for reports / dashboardsSolicit new reporting / dashboarding requirements with R&D teamGenerate insights and socialize with R&D teamSSC strategy delivery Support efforts to establish Insights sub-team within service center as a delivery point of contact for all regular insights needs for Business PartnersSupport simplification, standardization and digitalization efforts (in coordination with global R&D stakeholders)

　　Qualifications

　　A junior/mid-level Insight or Analytics professional with experience in a consumer goods company. 6 years+ experienceEducation: Bachelors in Computer Science, Economics, Math, Data Science or Management Language: English FluentHas a track record of identifying and championing new processes for improving fact-based decision makingExcellent technical skills to process, analyze and visualize dataProven ability to multi-task and deliver against aggressive goalsProficient with PowerPoint and Excel; including ability to write complex formulasExperience with an array of data visualization tools, experience with Power BI preferred but not requiredProven ability to work with a high degree of flexibility and comfortable with ambiguity and change