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ODDA Global Head of Category Analytics, Slough
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Client:
Mars
Location:
Slough, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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Yes
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
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Job Description:
Job Description:
One Demand Data & Analytics (ODDA) is a Mars Wrigley program that harnesses the power of data and insights to solve some of the critical business-wide problems we face – unlocking quality growth and operational excellence.
Through ODDA, we deliver connected insights across the entire demand ecosystem. We empower our Associates with the right data, tools, and capabilities so they can take decisive action, maximizing value and making a meaningful impact on our consumers, our customers, and our business.
The purpose of this role is to drive successful development of advanced analytics solutions globally in the Category Analytics area as part of the One Demand Data and Analytics program. This involves engaging with local business users to define the right problems, leading data scientists and insights analysts (internal as well as external) to drive the creation of advanced analytics solutions, evangelizing a data-driven decision-making culture across Mars Wrigley by fostering a hypothesis-driven approach to problem-solving, and creating value by enabling consumption of advanced analytics.
Key Responsibilities
* Develops and holds advanced analytics vision for Category Analytics, working with business stakeholders to determine solution priorities.
* Collaborates with Global and Regional Category teams to prioritize analytic solutions and with the Functional Business Partnerships team to productionize advanced analytics tools.
* Drives insights ensuring capabilities lead to actions and are embedded in decision-making processes.
* Shapes and prioritizes backlog, translating requirements into user stories & acceptance criteria.
* Balances business value with technical feasibility, prioritizing stories and features to optimize cost and delivery efficiency.
* Acts as the “voice of the customer” within the team to ensure the team “builds the right thing”.
* Is accountable for shaping and achieving team OKRs.
* Drives continuous improvement across the analytical product lifecycle.
* Engages with third parties to support team objectives.
* Works closely with other ODDA product pillar leaders to implement cross-team tasks.
* Monitors and reports on team performance and sprint metrics.
Context and Scope
* Enables & refines the operating model for One Demand Data & Analytics in partnership with the Global Category and Functional Business Partnership teams.
* Collaborates with functional experts to ensure quality delivery for the global digital transformation program.
* Shares knowledge and best practices across segments and markets to improve analytical maturity.
Education & Professional Qualification
* Significant prior experience in analytics.
* Experience in Consumer Goods Industry required.
* Prior experience within the Category or Sales space required.
* Master's degree in Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields preferred.
Knowledge/Experience
* Experience with Category Analytics such as Range Optimization, Category Vision, Store of the Future capabilities.
* Ability to work with large and complex data sources (EPOS, Perfect Store, Image Recognition Data).
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow.
* Access to top-tier learning and development resources, including Mars University.
* Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses.
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process. No penalty for requesting such accommodations.
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