Data Lead - Design

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Data Lead - Design at Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated translates business requirements into scalable data models and technical solutions. Advanced solution design, architectural judgment, and ownership of complex design outcomes guide your work.

The role collaborates with IT on architecture and implementations, ensures alignment with governance standards, and documents data flows, structures, and designs while contributing to continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of data governance and data modeling.
• Experience with data management and system design.
• Strong SQL and database concepts, with initiative and curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Design data models, hierarchies, and end-to-end processes.
• Lead solution design for new capabilities and integrations.
• Collaborate with IT on architecture and implementation.
• Ensure alignment with governance standards and business needs.
• Document data flows, structures, and technical designs.

Skills

Data modeling

MDM

SQL

Systems thinking

Governance

Education

Two years of education beyond high school

Job description

Locations: Charlotte

Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler - Pour Your Passion into Purpose!

We're more than beverages-we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.

• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
• Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!

Job Overview

The Data Lead - Design translates business requirements into scalable data models and technical solutions. Advanced solution design, architectural judgment, and ownership of complex design outcomes. This role performs advanced professional work requiring discretion and analytical judgment in the design of data solutions. The position independently evaluates alternatives, recommends architectural approaches, and owns design outcomes but does not have primary people management accountability.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design data models, hierarchies, and end-to-end processes
• Lead solution design for new capabilities and integrations
• Collaborate with IT on architecture and implementation
• Ensure alignment with governance standards and business needs
• Document data flows, structures, and technical designs

  Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Deep functional expertise in data governance, design, enablement, or operations
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and lead complex work
  • Analytical problem solving and systems thinking * Decision making under ambiguity
  • Advanced communication and influencing skills

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Two years of education beyond high school in college or technical school
  • One to up to three years' of relevant work experience

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Must possess Initiative, Curiosity, and be Self- Driven
  • Strong technical skills in working with and understanding systems, file structures and databases
  • 1-3 years in data modeling, MDM, or system design
  • Strong operational and process knowledge
  • SQL and database knowledge
  • Process mapping and documentation
  • Analytical thinking

  Work Environment

  Normal office environment

  Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.