Sr. AI Product Strategist at Niagara Bottling

Diamond Bar, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Sep, 26

Salary

145673.02

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AI Product Strategy, Data Analytics, Product Management, Project Management, Power BI, SQL, Agile Methodologies, Design Thinking, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Management, Business Process Understanding, Data Mining, UX/UI Principles, Storytelling

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Sr. AI Product Strategist The Sr. AI Product Strategist will play a critical role in Niagara’s data-driven transformation by supporting value-focused analytics products and delivering actionable insights. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to analyze business data, optimize decision-making, and contribute to the seamless integration of analytics into operations. Analytics Product Management & Insights, as part of the larger Data and Decision Intelligence team, is pivotal in defining the future of Niagara’s decision-making framework, ensuring a competitive advantage across various business functions such as Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Sales & Marketing. Essential Functions Support the lifecycle of analytics products, including inception, development, maintenance, documentation, and enhancements. Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into analytical solutions. Conduct detailed data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for business improvement. Generate and present insights to stakeholders to enhance decision-making and operational efficiencies. Assist in Design Thinking workshops to support problem-solving, prioritization, and idea generation for analytics initiatives. Collaborate with the Enterprise Data Foundation and Data Science teams to implement analytics solutions effectively. Apply Agile methodologies in delivering Minimum Viable Products and iteratively scaling solutions for business value. Utilize data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) to translate complex data into intuitive and actionable dashboards. Maintain and prioritize analytics initiatives in collaboration with the team, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance data literacy within the organization. Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of analytics solutions, identifying areas for improvement. Please note this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as business needs evolve. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 4 years of experience in Technology Consulting or Data Analytics 4 years of experience in or supporting Operations/Strategy 4 years of experience managing projects *experience may include a combination of work experience and education Preferred Qualifications: 6 years of experience in Technology Consulting or Data Analytics 6 years of experience in or supporting Operations/Strategy 6 years of experience managing projects *experience may include a combination of work experience and education Competencies Business & Process Understanding: Deep comprehension of business processes, functional digital capabilities (Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Sales & Marketing), and high-quality analytics delivery. Product & Project Management: Skilled in managing roadmaps, backlog prioritization, release planning, sprint metrics, and cross-team coordination while ensuring business value-driven outcomes. Strategic Alignment & Decision Support: Ensures analytics products and strategies align with organizational goals, driving informed decision-making. User-Centric Approach: Deep understanding of customer journeys, UX/UI principles, and empathy-driven engagement to create impactful analytics products. Business Agility & Problem-Solving: Think-big, fail-fast mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and drive effective solutions. Effective Communication of Insights: Translate complex data findings into understandable and actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, using storytelling to influence decision-making. Needs to have curiosity to learn and master stakeholder's domain expertise. Data & Visualization Proficiency: Expertise in data mining, visualization, and report automation using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Looker, Oracle Analytics Cloud, SQL, and MS Excel (VBA). Technical Acumen: Strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, linear programming, data engineering, data governance, etc. This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success: Lead Like an Owner Provides strategic input and oversight to departmental projects Skilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact Leads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customer Makes strategic and sustainable data driven decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goals InnovACT Continuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste Creates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvement Communicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing change Find a Way Demonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex information Effectively delegates technical tasks to subordinates Works effectively with depts, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational success Identifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic ways Empowered to be Great Engages in long term talent planning Provides opportunities for the development of all direct reports Understands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teams Education Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Information Technology/Business Analytics/Systems Engineering/Data Science or other related field Preferred: Master's Degree in Supply Chain/Information Technology/Business Analytics/Systems Engineering/Data Science or other related field Certification/License: Required: N/A Preferred: APICS CPIM/CSCP, PMP PMI Foreign Language Required: None Required Preferred: None Required Typical Compensation Range Pay Rate Type: Salary $100,464.14 - $145,673.02 / Yearly Benefits Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family: Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package. Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time Paid parental and caregiver leaves Medical, including virtual care options Dental Vision 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities And more! https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits * *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees. Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless! Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere. From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members. We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family! Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

Responsibilities

Support the lifecycle of analytics products to deliver actionable insights and optimize decision-making across business functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable analytical solutions using Agile methodologies.