TITLE: Manager Data Management, Analytics and AI (Onsite/Hybrid - N. Dallas area) Direct Hire Opportunity No Sponsorship Hybrid – 4 Days onsite, 1 day remote Our client is seeking a Manager of Data Management, Analytics and AI to lead their organization's data architecture strategy. As a data architecture expert, you would be responsible in translating business requirements into technical specifications, delivering data-driven solutions through research, analysis, and recommending strategic options. This role drives hands-on leadership, recommends system architecture, and oversees all phases of solution development, including requirements definition, design, data source mapping, analysis, development, testing, implementation, and ongoing support. The director fosters strong business partner relationships through clear, proactive communication to anticipate and meet user needs. Qualifications: • Experience designing data management solutions for ecommerce, sales, accounting, and warehousing • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required. Must have the ability to be systematic and detailed oriented without losing sight of the big picture. Demonstrated ability to interpret the information provided and ask clarifying questions to understand the underlying needs that of a stated request or problem. • Background in data warehouse design (e.g. dimensional modeling) and data mining • Proven experience as a SQL Developer or Data Scientist • Experience designing cloud solutions (PaaS/SaaS) for computer, storage, and data source connectivity • Demonstrated experience designing and managing solutions built on Microsoft Azure including Synapse and Fabric technologies; recommending AI based solutions. • Demonstrated knowledge of SDLC, ITSM, privacy, and security concepts. • Strong project management acumen • Strong technical documentation skills • Significant application development experience including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post implementation support is required. Experience must include the documentation and maintenance of related artifacts. • Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to flex style based on the audience are required. • Well-developed interpersonal skills • Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. • Highly self-motivated with ability to follow directed priorities. • Keen attention to detail • Team-oriented and collaborative leadership Responsibilities: • Developing and implementing data management strategies • Manage all intake requests across business units; track and monitor requests to ensure critical milestones are met while managing stakeholder relations. • Lead a team of database and Power BI developers • Leverage Data Modeling and AI tools • Managing data quality and accuracy • Overseeing data storage and retrieval • Leading data analysis efforts including analyzing large quantities of data and identifying useful insights to drive business decisions • Determine budgeting for staff and resources • Gathering and verifying requirements, conducting unit testing and troubleshooting • Accountable for transferring data, knowledge, and best practices to impact the delivery of products and services that align with the company's strategic needs • Mentoring and training direct reports • Ensure all data warehouse and operating procedures are fully documented and maintained • Create and Automate reporting to support daily operational functions • Coordinate cross-departmentally to support conceptualization and development of data handling methodologies, solutions and initiatives. • Creating and presenting data visualizations • Communicating business insights and project goals • On-call availability for resolving emergency issues from home. • Comprehensive Benefits Provided