REI
Merchandise Planning Transformation - Business Data & Insights Senior Analyst
REI, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
This job contributes to REI’s success by supporting the planning, development, management, and execution of the large cross-divisional and multi-year program named “Merchandise Planning Transformation” (MPT). This program entails significant technology and business process transformation for the merchandising area of the REI Co-op and is a critical foundational enabler for both the Co-op’s ongoing operations as well as its planned strategic initiatives. The Business & Data Insights Senior Analyst is pivotal in driving data-informed decision making across the transformation journey, ensuring that data is a well-thought-out component of design, implementation and optimization of new planning processes and systems. This role is responsible for understanding all aspects of data that flows through merchandise planning processes, including the upstream/downstream processes and enterprise connectivity. The Business & Data Insights Senior Analyst will need to understand data requirements from a business perspective to partner on integrations, reporting, analytics, process improvement, performance metrics and data governance. As a key representative and direct partner with the business, this role will also partner closely with technology on design, testing, training, data validation, change management, deployment, KPI’s and ongoing process improvement. It’s expected that this role will work to be well connected across cross-divisional enterprise initiatives and identify key dependencies and convergence points. This role models and acts in accordance with REI’s guiding values and mission. Responsibilities and Qualifications
Partner with technology to define and implement data strategy for the transformation program, ensuring alignment with enterprise data governance standards Identify key data sources and their business purpose and ensure data quality, consistency, and accessibility as part of design, testing, deployment and ongoing enhancements Develop and oversee inventory of data sources, owners, business purpose Develop data flow maps in partnership with Domain Architect and Solution architect Drive preliminary data readiness activities and oversee data mapping, data validation Translate complex data in clear insight for stakeholders at all levels Develop report, dashboard, and analytics inventory and drive transformation of these areas within new tools and processes in partnership with technology partner Identifies and tracks progress on key performance metrics Quickly makes sound recommendations when faced with ambiguity and uncertainty Works cross functionally with business partners, technology, vendors and other teams to ensure successful execution of the program Communicates status of data elements of the programs to management and stakeholders on a regular basis Coordinate and collaborate with business units and technology teams to ensure seamless integration of data and reporting capabilities into new systems Collaborates with change management team to incorporate impacts from data related areas including upskilling of business users in data literacy and analytics. Provide input into training for data related areas. Promote data-driven culture within planning and merchandising functions Manages Data Governance Stakeholder register and stakeholder management for the program Develops proven collaborative relationships with cross divisional partners to achieve positive project outcomes Establishes trust and inspires others to drive cross functional initiatives Foster the advancement of recommended methodologies, leading practices, and standards Keep abreast of industry standards related to data and data governance Acts as a source for direction, training, and guidance for less experienced staff Closing
At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there\'s strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you\'re backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn. Pay Transparency
We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors. REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here (https://foryourbenefit-rei.com/) for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile. Pay Range
$98,300.00 - $157,400.00 per year
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This job contributes to REI’s success by supporting the planning, development, management, and execution of the large cross-divisional and multi-year program named “Merchandise Planning Transformation” (MPT). This program entails significant technology and business process transformation for the merchandising area of the REI Co-op and is a critical foundational enabler for both the Co-op’s ongoing operations as well as its planned strategic initiatives. The Business & Data Insights Senior Analyst is pivotal in driving data-informed decision making across the transformation journey, ensuring that data is a well-thought-out component of design, implementation and optimization of new planning processes and systems. This role is responsible for understanding all aspects of data that flows through merchandise planning processes, including the upstream/downstream processes and enterprise connectivity. The Business & Data Insights Senior Analyst will need to understand data requirements from a business perspective to partner on integrations, reporting, analytics, process improvement, performance metrics and data governance. As a key representative and direct partner with the business, this role will also partner closely with technology on design, testing, training, data validation, change management, deployment, KPI’s and ongoing process improvement. It’s expected that this role will work to be well connected across cross-divisional enterprise initiatives and identify key dependencies and convergence points. This role models and acts in accordance with REI’s guiding values and mission. Responsibilities and Qualifications
Partner with technology to define and implement data strategy for the transformation program, ensuring alignment with enterprise data governance standards Identify key data sources and their business purpose and ensure data quality, consistency, and accessibility as part of design, testing, deployment and ongoing enhancements Develop and oversee inventory of data sources, owners, business purpose Develop data flow maps in partnership with Domain Architect and Solution architect Drive preliminary data readiness activities and oversee data mapping, data validation Translate complex data in clear insight for stakeholders at all levels Develop report, dashboard, and analytics inventory and drive transformation of these areas within new tools and processes in partnership with technology partner Identifies and tracks progress on key performance metrics Quickly makes sound recommendations when faced with ambiguity and uncertainty Works cross functionally with business partners, technology, vendors and other teams to ensure successful execution of the program Communicates status of data elements of the programs to management and stakeholders on a regular basis Coordinate and collaborate with business units and technology teams to ensure seamless integration of data and reporting capabilities into new systems Collaborates with change management team to incorporate impacts from data related areas including upskilling of business users in data literacy and analytics. Provide input into training for data related areas. Promote data-driven culture within planning and merchandising functions Manages Data Governance Stakeholder register and stakeholder management for the program Develops proven collaborative relationships with cross divisional partners to achieve positive project outcomes Establishes trust and inspires others to drive cross functional initiatives Foster the advancement of recommended methodologies, leading practices, and standards Keep abreast of industry standards related to data and data governance Acts as a source for direction, training, and guidance for less experienced staff Closing
At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there\'s strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you\'re backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn. Pay Transparency
We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors. REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here (https://foryourbenefit-rei.com/) for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile. Pay Range
$98,300.00 - $157,400.00 per year
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