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Data Analyst Tableau/Alteryx Developer
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Data Analyst (Tableau/Alteryx Developer) Description Data Analyst (Tableau/ Alteryx Developer) About Pearson At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small. Background: As part of the Global Operations transformation, we are implementing a Digital Control Tower to lead the data-driven execution of our strategy. The role form part of the Global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) function, reporting to the Global S&OP Director Purpose of the role: As the Business Analyst you will play a key role in driving our data-driven decision-making strategy. You will consult with the central and regional operations teams, alongside the wider business, to gather business requirements, source and validate data, analyse data, build models, synthesise insights, design dashboards, implement scalable technological solutions, and coach the business to adopt and embed into standard ways of working. Key accountabilities: Consult with the central and regional Supply Chain teams to identify and interlock business requirements Lead the design and implementation of our visual dashboards - incorporating KPIs and metrics that are fully aligned with industry standard benchmarks and best practice Leverage the dashboards to interpret data and provide deep analytical insight - enabling effective action-oriented decision making Communicate monthly insight and KPIs to the Global Operations leadership team Partner with the regional operations teams to align processes, embed standard ways of working, and identify corrective action plans where required Partner with Pearson Technology to continuously improve existing Tableau dashboards and prototype new capabilities and solutions with the business Interpret business requirements and create workflows using Alteryx and visualise output in Tableau Manage reporting plans and coordinate dependencies and interfaces with other Operational functions Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience. We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity. The information you provide will stay confidential, and be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process. Qualifications Skills and experience Previous experience in a business information analyst role working with data from ERP systems (e.g. Oracle EBS, Oracle ASCP, Logility, O9 Solutions) Demonstrable experience of SQL and database management Advanced skills in Excel Advanced skills in data visualization tools like Tableau or PowerBI Strong skills in descriptive and diagnostic analytics Alteryx designer certification, ability to create workflows using Alteryx Demonstrable understanding and expertise in business analysis, modeling, and data management with strong attention to detail. Strong communication, interpersonal & presentation skills with proven impact & influence on senior stakeholders Ability to manage and motivate virtual teams across a matrix organisation, including external vendors Ability to work on simultaneous projects, with very large amounts of data, identify key insights and summarise key findings to senior stakeholders Displaying critical thinking skills when dealing with complex Supply Chain issues Degree level or Supply Chain Professional qualification Primary Location: GB-GB-London Job: General Business Operations Organization: Technology & Operations Employee Status: Regular Employee Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Job Posting: Mar 10, 2020 Job Unposting: Ongoing Schedule: Full-time Regular Req ID: 1916640 Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.