Manager, Business Analytics

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe in Irvine, CA seeks a Manager, Business Analytics to optimize Global Supply Chain programs. The role is hands-on, applying data analytics and ML/AI to drive decision-making, partnering with BUs, IT and production sites to design scalable BI solutions and improve reporting.

You will lead complex projects, develop training materials, and coach junior colleagues while ensuring data quality, process improvements, and compliant, efficient manufacturing analytics across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field with 8 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience architecting, developing and deploying BI, analytics and reporting solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders across BUs, functions and regions to define problems and opportunities.
• Design, develop and scale technical and non-technical BI solutions and dashboards.
• Partner with IT and software teams to improve manufacturing performance and reporting.
• Perform complex data analyses to improve data quality, processes and systems.
• Lead pilots and POVs to qualify manufacturing processes and drive results.
• Train and coach junior staff on scaling solutions and change management.
• Develop project plans and manage deliverables using PM tools (e.g., Jira, Project Plan).
• Create SOPs and work instructions for production and supply chain functions.

Skills

BI analytics

Advanced Excel

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Engineering / Mathematics

Tools

MES

ERP

QMS

Jira

Job description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Manager, Business Analytics position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.The Manager, Business Analytics position is a technical, hands-on role. They will optimize the impact of Global Supply Chain programs across stakeholders while using deep analytical insights and machine learning / AI to make data driven decisions and recommendations.How you'll make an impact:Collaborate with stakeholders from BUs, functions and regions to understand business challenges, problems and opportunities. Design, develop and implement innovative solutions, from idea to incubation to scaling, both technical (e.g., metrics dashboards, meta-data additions to enhance reporting and analytics) and non-technical (e.g., process changes, simplified workflow changes).Partner with IT and other software development partners to architect, drive design, implement operational performance improvement for BUs, functions and regions/plants. Continually improve user experience for Business Intelligence reports and dashboards.Perform complex data analysis and identify opportunities to improve training, processes, systems and product data quality.Drive the development and manage the execution of “art of the possible” POC/POV/pilots on a product lines and manufacturing areas to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results and make recommendations.Train, coach and guide lower-level employees on scaling solutions, driving results and change management.Lead and establish complex project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Jira, Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.).Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes.Create processes and procedures (e.g., SOPs, work instructions) for applicable Supply Chain functions.What you'll need (Required):Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field with 8 years of previous related experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteriaExperience in architecting, developing and deploying business intelligence, analytics and reporting solutions to internal and external stakeholdersWhat else we look for (Preferred):MBALean Six Sigma Black Belt certificationExperience working in a large manufacturing companyExperience working in a medical device and/or regulated industryProven successful project management skillsProven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite including Advanced Excel, Global Supply Chain, and relational databases systemsExperience in manufacturing systems (e.g., MES, ERP) required. Systems such as SCADA, asset management and QMSAbility to develop compliance processes and proceduresExcellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skillsAbility to translate technical information to all levels of the organizationsKnowledge of database, data warehousing or data sciencesExtensive understanding of supply chain operationsExtensive knowledge of own area within the organization while contributing to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standardsExtensive understanding of quantitative methodologies, techniques and tools to develop best in class analytic solutionsStrong leadership skills and ability to influence changeSolid knowledge and understanding with BI, reporting, data mining, or multi-data center applicationsAnalytical approach to problem-solving; ability to use technology to solve business problemStrict attention to detailAbility to interact professionally with all organizational levelsAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentAligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.For California, the base pay range for this position is $121,000 to $171,000 (highly experienced).The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.