Manager, Data Governance and Analytics

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is seeking a Manager, Data Governance & Analytics to lead the enterprise Data Governance and Analytics Center of Excellence, drive strategic data initiatives, and coordinate governance programs across the organization. The role focuses on aligning analytics projects with business objectives and developing an analytics maturity model.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, manage budgets and staff, and present progress to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred; combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Seven years in data, analytics or related work; three years supervisory/lead experience on projects.
• Ability to lead staff and manage portfolios within an enterprise governance context.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Data Governance and Analytics Center of Excellence teams with leadership and coaching.
• Oversee data governance initiatives including Data Quality, Stewardship, Acquisition and Privacy.
• Create enterprise data/analytics strategy and maturity model.
• Coordinate annual planning, budgeting, staffing and training with team leads.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, governors and stakeholders on projects.
• Develop executive presentations to inform leadership on governance activities and progress.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop analytic strategies, tools and standard processes.

Skills

Data governance

Analytics leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in insurance, mathematics, business administration, or related field

Masters degree, preferred

Job description

SUMMARY

The Manager, Data Governance & Analytics is at the hub of advanced analytics projects to manage business case planning, governance coordination, analytics tool rationalization, vendor administration, budgets, and organizational administration. This person also develops and nurtures cross-functional relationships to ensure alignment and operationalization of advanced analytics across the enterprise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the enterprise Data Governance and Analytics Center of Excellence teams and provide staff members with leadership, coaching, and professional development.
• Oversees the company's data governance initiatives, including Data Quality Initiative, Data Stewardship Program, Data Acquisition and Release Policy and Data Privacy.
• Creates and maintains an enterprise data and analytics strategy and maturity model.
• Coordinates yearly functional planning and goal setting with team leaders, including budgeting, staffing, training etc.
• This role utilizes project management skills to collaborate with data scientists, data engineers, data governors and analytics stakeholders.
• Collaborates with internal data and information technology governance functions by leveraging advanced analytics to support the enterprise portfolio.
• Create executive level presentations to inform leadership on analytics governance activities and business case progress. Coordinate sources of truth, definitions, and algorithms across the enterprise to align business operations.
• Partners with cross-functional teams to develop analytic strategies, tools, and standard processes throughout the enterprise with a goal to optimize business objectives, allocate resources effectively, and ensure on-time deliverables.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Relevant combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, mathematics, business administration, or related field required. Masters degree, preferred. Combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Continuous learning, as defined by AF Group’s learning philosophy, is required.
• Seven years data, analytic or similar work experience required which provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. Three years supervisory, lead experience on projects, or portfolio management required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• General understanding of P&C insurance is required. In-depth knowledge of workers compensation preferred.
• Previous experience leading projects and/or teams is required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Advanced organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively interface and present to management at all levels of the organization.
• Must demonstrate leadership ability and team building skills to effectively supervise professional and non-professional staff and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to work with and empower others on a collaborative basis to ensure success of team.
• Ability to effectively exchange information, in verbal or written form, by sharing ideas, reporting facts and other information, responding to questions, and employing active listening techniques.
• Ability to effectively present budgetary and/or cost information and respond to questions as appropriate.
• Ability to establish workflows, manages multiple projects, and meets necessary deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises a varied number of employees in the designated department(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment.

PAY RANGE

“Actual compensation decision relies on the consideration of internal equity, candidate’s skills and professional experience, geographic location, market and other potential factors. It is not standard practice for an offer to be at or near the top of the range, and therefore a reasonable estimate for this role is between $121,500 and $203,400.”

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.