Location: Dublin, Ireland
Job reference: R-220177
Date posted: 02/19/2025
At Alexion Pharmaceuticals, the Associate Director of the Centre of Excellence for Business Intelligence, Reporting, and Analytics plays a crucial leadership role. This position is responsible for establishing and leading a new team dedicated to harnessing data to drive both operational and strategic enhancements. We are looking for a dynamic and transformative leader who can craft and implement a comprehensive business intelligence strategy. This strategy should align with the organization’s objectives, ensuring that data-driven insights enhance the quality of decision-making processes across the company.

Accountabilities

• Strategy and Leadership:

  o Develop and implement a business intelligence strategy to ensure effective data-utilization for operational and strategic improvements.
  o Orchestrate the creation and evolution of a Centre of Excellence in Business Intelligence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

  o Align the business intelligence and reporting strategy with the overall mission and goals of Alexion Pharmaceuticals.

• Governance and Partnership:

  o Establish robust data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
  o Serve as a key partner to Operations and IT, facilitating collaboration to ensure seamless data integration and utilization.

  o Act as an intermediary between business sponsors, division heads, IT departments, and other collaborators to translate business needs into technical solutions.

• Team Building and Management:

  o Build and lead a high-performing team of analysts and data specialists dedicated to delivering business analytics solutions that support critical business functions and initiatives.

  o Cultivate a collaborative and innovative culture within the team.

• Data Quality and Management:

  o Apply best-in-class technologies such as SAP, AWS, Azure, PowerBI, Snowflake, and Collibra to enhance data management practices.

  o Lead the gathering, cleansing, and organization of data from various sources to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Collaboration and Collaborator Management:

  o Collaborate with collaborators across the organization to understand their data needs and deliver tailored reporting solutions.

  o Engage with senior collaborators to ensure alignment and support for data initiatives and represent the data team in meetings involving multiple functions.

• Data Analysis and Visualization:

  o Use tools like Power BI for the analysis and visualization of data, providing actionable insights that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

  o Engage in sophisticated data science and analytics, identifying trends and patterns to contribute to predictive models and optimization strategies.

• Advanced Analytics and Reporting:

  o Drive the adoption of advanced analytics tools and techniques to enhance decision-making processes.
  o Monitor and report on critical metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

  o Bring data to life by presenting it in engaging and insightful ways, using compelling data-led storytelling techniques.

• Industry Awareness and Insights:

  o Stay informed about industry trends and standard methodologies in business intelligence and analytics, incorporating relevant insights into the organization’s strategy.
  o Understand emerging research-related technologies in data analytics and their applications in data and consumer insights.

Crucial Skills/Experience

• Solid experience and familiarity with SAP, AWS, Azure, PowerBI, Snowflake, Collibra, and other best-in-class data management and analytics technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in compelling data-led storytelling.
• Superb communication and presentation skills to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong leadership skills with experience leading teams and working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Strategic and creative problem solver with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Naturally curious, with an innate ability to question and dig into challenges to enable robust research responses.
• Confident and assertive, with the ability to advocate for ideas while remaining open to constructive feedback.
• Solid communication skills with the ability to articulate narratives with data.
• Keen problem solver able to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Good attention to detail and proactive in preventing errors.
• Deep understanding of analytical techniques and experimentation methodologies.
• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent in Data Science / Technology / Computer Science) preferred, with a background in quantitative fields and experience in the Pharmaceutical or Technology sectors a plus.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• A degree in IT Analytics, Data Science, or a related field is advantageous.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and daring world.
Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare. At Alexion, grow and innovate in a business with a rapidly expanding portfolio. Enjoy the entrepreneurial spirit of a leading biotech. You’ll join an energizing culture where people build connections to explore new ideas. As an important member of our commercial team, you’ll meet the needs of some of the most under-served patients in the world. You will be empowered with tailored development programs designed not just for skill enhancement but for fostering a deep understanding of our patient’s journeys. You’re supported by exceptional leaders ready to lift you in marketing, compliance, and beyond. Make an impact by driving change with integrity, supported by a culture that celebrates diversity, innovation, and connection to patient experiences.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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