General Manager, Data Analytics

ADI Resourcing; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

ADI Resourcing is seeking a General Manager, Data Analytics in Kuala Lumpur to lead data strategy, governance, and analytics initiatives. You will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to shape the organization’s data-driven future.

The role requires a strong leadership track record in data management or analytics, with expertise across cloud platforms, databases, and big data tools. You will drive business outcomes by translating data insights into actionable decisions while guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field as specified.
• Certification in data analytics, machine learning and AI is an added advantage.
• Leadership experience in data management, analytics, or technology.
• Proven track record in data governance, strategy, and management.
• Industry familiarity with property development is beneficial.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools, ML and statistical analysis across major cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/Google).
• Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strategic thinking to align data initiatives with business strategy.
• Change management to drive organizational culture shifts.
• CDMP or related certifications are a bonus.
• Other certifications in data privacy, security, or compliance are beneficial.
• Ability to translate data insights into actionable business decisions.
• The GMDA should blend technical leadership with business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and govern data strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor technical teams and collaborate with C-suite executives.
• Drive data utilization to deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Implement data analytics to identify process pain points and boost profitability.
• Foster a data-sharing culture and advance data-driven decision making.

Skills

Leadership experience

Data strategy

Data governance

Data analytics

Machine learning

Statistical analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Change management

Business acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / Statistics or related field

CDMP or related data management certification

Certification in data analytics, ML and AI (added advantage)

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

SQL

NoSQL

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About the job General Manager, Data Analytics

Job Responsibilities:

Data Strategy and Governance:

• Thorough Understanding: Develop a deep understanding of the business and data strategy.
• Designing and Implementing Data Strategies: Create and implement data strategies and systems that align with the organizations goals.
• Data Governance: Overseeing the collection, storage, management, quality, and protection of data.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Team Management: Leading, motivating, and managing technical teams.
• Collaboration: Working closely with other C-suite executives, especially the Chief Digital and Technology Officer (CDTO) and senior business stakeholders.

Data Utilization and Business Outcomes:

• Driving Business Outcomes: Drive use-cases and utilization of data to deliver business outcomes, beyond just governance and compliance.
• Data Analytics: Implementing proper data analytics to identify pain points throughout the business process, thereby increasing profit and stakeholder trust.
• Responsible for creating a data management system, fosters a culture of data sharing, and leverages analytics to improve business outcomes, playing a crucial role in shaping an organizations data-driven future.

Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or related field.
• Additional certification in the field data analytics, machine learning and AI is an added advantage. Leadership Experience: Significant experience in leadership roles, preferably within data management, analytics, or technology.
• Data Management: Proven track record in data management, governance, and strategy.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the property development industry is an added advantage.
• Data Analytics and Machine Learning: Proficiency in data analytics tools, machine learning, and statistical analysis in major cloud platforms eg. Azure, AWS, Google.
• Database Management: Knowledge of database systems (SQL, NoSQL, etc.).
• Big Data Technologies: Understanding of big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, etc.).
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align data initiatives with overall business strategy.
• Change Management: Drive mindset/cultural change within the organization.
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP): Similar or relevant certifications is a bonus.
• Other Industry-Specific Certifications: Certifications related to data privacy, security, or compliance is beneficial.
• Understanding of business processes, revenue models, and customer needs.
• Ability to translate data insights into actionable business decisions.
• The GMDA should have a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and business acumen to drive successful data initiatives.