Data Project Manager – BI Transformation

About the role

The Data Project Manager will lead the BI transformation program, overseeing the integration of POS data into analytics platforms and enabling self‑service business intelligence across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Program & Project Governance: create and execute comprehensive project plans, track cross‑workstream dependencies, identify risks and define mitigation strategies.
• POS & BI Oversight: ensure smooth data flow from the new POS system into standardized semantic models and dashboard layers.
• Self‑Service BI Enablement: drive initiatives that empower business teams to adopt and self‑serve analytics post‑launch.
• Executive Stakeholder Management: translate complex data concepts into clear, high‑impact messages for senior leadership and business unit leads.
• Cross‑Functional Ownership: take full accountability for program milestones, aligning retail operations, data engineering and front‑end BI teams.

Required profile

• Project Management Experience: proven track record leading medium‑to‑large data, analytics or enterprise system implementation projects.
• Data Domain Mastery: strong functional understanding of data pipelines, semantic model architecture and Self‑Service BI delivery frameworks.
• Tools & Frameworks: proficiency with modern project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Gantt charts, RAID logs).
• Behavioral Strengths: highly self‑driven with exceptional ownership, proactive problem‑solving and strong articulation skills.

Required skills

• Jira
• Confluence
• Gantt charts
• RAID logs