EY – GDS Consulting – D&A – Sr Architect – Senior Manager (1441019)

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Job Summary:

Experience in Architecting and leading Data Strategy, Data platform build out, Enterprise wider Data & Analytics solutions across on-premise and cloud (AWS). Should have experience in working for Nike and have strong CPR sector background

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Successfully execute the program to agreed schedule, budget and scope
• Perform the relevant project management processes – i.e. initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and close, and the supporting processes e.g. scope, cost, time, issue, risk, resource, communication, stakeholder management
• Manage program work and resources to enable successful and timely completion of the project
• Delivery of program aligned to overall business and technology strategies and architectures
• Work within defined governance processes
• Lead the development of the program charter and scope, and ensure delivery of the solution to schedule, budget and scope
• Develop objectives, phasing and content of the project to deliver on the business case benefits, budget and timescales
• Manage to the objectives and plan by thorough risk, issue and change management across both business and IT parts of the program
• Experience in Architecting and leading Data Strategy, Data platform build out, Enterprise wider Data & Analytics solutions across on-premise and cloud (AWS). Should have experience in working for Nike and have strong CPR sector background
• Currently working with any of the top tier SI player, with experience working in Nike IDC (Bangalore)

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:

• Monitors and manages program baseline to ensure activities are occurring as planned – scope, budget and schedule – manages variances
• Proactively identify risks and issues on program – leading team to develop risk management and issues management plans
• Identifies potential points of contention for missed deliverables; creates and implements strategy to mitigate shortfalls in timeline and budget
• Anticipates problems before they occur; defines the problem or risk; identifies possible causes; works with team to identify solutions; selects and implements most appropriate solution
• Analytical skills and problem solving skills needed to manage multiple factors on a program simultaneously

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Experience of managing IT projects/programs with personal accountability for delivering to time and cost for large, complex projects typically up to $2m – $15m in value and 12 to 18 months in duration
• Experience of managing teams of 40+ FTE’s
• Experience in handling data warehousing, data migration and BI projects in insurance domain.
• Mastery in program and project management methodologies, tools and templates (includes project planning, schedule development, scope management and cost management
• Extensive experience of delivery that includes the use of supplier and off-shore resources
• Experienced in managing to contract; ensuring clients and suppliers alike perform in accordance with original agreement
• IT background with experience across the systems development life cycle with experience in all project phases – plan, initiate, elaborate, design, build, test, implement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (includes negotiation)
• Retail/CPG background is mandatory

Supervision Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision provided by an experienced program manager or sub-lead; frequency on a weekly or as needed basis
• Leads project teams consisting of cross functional, global, and virtual groups; directly supervises staff; assigns responsibility to members; monitors progress
• Coaches, mentors  and supports less experienced project managers

Other Requirements:

Job Requirements:

Education:

• A degree in Computer Science or in a related discipline; or equivalent work experience
• One or more professional certificates to supplement formal education/experience in support of Program Management

Experience:

• 12+ years in Analytics engagements
• 5+ years experience in program management
• 3+ years experience in pre-sales/sales
• Other relevant experience in a related technical field (application development, deployment/implementation and infrastructure)•Work experience in a professional services industry, preferred

  Certification Requirements:

• Project management certification is preferred (PMI/CAPM or PMP, PRINCE2)
• Experience in agile methodology would be advantageous

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