Senior Manager - Data & Analytics

BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE. What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse?  The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions .  Pure is blazing trails and setting records: For eight straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant  Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions And, our 4,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark. P ure Storage is looking for an experienced leader to join us as Senior Manager - Data & Analytics .The individual will drive executive reporting processes, design robust and high impacts tools that allow self-service, analyze factors impacting business performance, and derive deep and actionable insights to the most pressing challenges the company faces.   Successful candidate will have strong blend of technical and business acumen, as well as great problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.  We are looking for candidates who have expertise in one or more knowledge domains that the organisation covers and have developed a portfolio of high impact data products / tools that drove business outcomes. Responsibilities as the team leader: Partner with internal stakeholders to understand their business and provide data, reporting and actionable insights to support their success. Continuously and collaboratively prioritize efforts against areas of highest business impact. Evolve our analytics capability from generating insights that describe what happened to what will happen. This includes the development of a Long-Term Forecast model, pulling in knowledge experts across domains, that provides an alternative, fundamentals-based view of how the business will likely grow. Serve as a deep subject-matter expert on Pure’s business, our reporting / system infrastructure, and best practices in analytics and reporting Identify and implement ongoing improvements to both the tools/reports we produce and the process of how they are produced Build deep and lasting relationships with stakeholders across the DNA organisation as well as other functional areas, including Sales, Marketing, Products, HR, Strategy, IT, Finance, etc.  Identify opportunities for collaboration and “win-win” shared projects across functions Qualifications: 8+ years of progressive business experience involving data and analytics, preferably for a tier-1 technology or strategy and/or consulting organisation Domain Expertise in one or more of the following business domains: sales, marketing, financial, customer, product, and people Proven track record of solving complex problems, thinking creatively and using data to tell a story to influence senior level stakeholders. Demonstrated thought leadership with high business impact throughout career Track record of success in fast-paced environments with competing and continuously evolving priorities Successfully led key initiatives, engaging teams and key stakeholders across business functions and at all levels of the organisation Bachelor’s Degree required; master’s degree preferred. Degree with a concentration in statistics, data science, operational research or finance preferred Strong collaboration and influencing skills in a highly matrixed environment Outstanding verbal and written communication – structured, engaging, and compelling BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY. Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey. Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants. And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events. PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY. Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply. 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