Data and Analytics Director
Weir Minerals
Fort Worth, TX
Hybrid / Remote Potential

Purpose of the Role: The Data and Analytics Director will drive improved decision-making across the Minerals Executive Team and their business areas through strategic data and analytics leadership and support. This role will lead the Divisional Data Governance and Business Intelligence Teams, ensuring customer prioritization and capacity considerations are addressed through big data analytics and the development of standardized global data governance processes. Additionally, the Director will provide leadership within the IT function to enhance data-driven decision-making capabilities. 

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership in data and analytics to support the Executive Team and business areas in making informed decisions. 

Data Governance: Lead the Divisional Data Governance Team to develop and implement standardized global data governance processes. 

Enterprise Performance Management: Oversee the Enterprise Performance Management Team to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives. 

Big Data Analytics: Utilize big data analytics to address customer prioritization and capacity considerations, driving efficiency and effectiveness. 

IT Leadership: Collaborate with the IT function to enhance data infrastructure and ensure seamless integration of data analytics tools and processes. 

Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide tailored analytical solutions. 

Performance Metrics: Develop and monitor performance metrics to measure the impact of data and analytics initiatives on business outcomes. 

Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement in data and analytics practices, staying abreast of industry trends and advancements. 

Job Knowledge and Education Qualifications: 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.. 

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in data and analytics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. 

Technical Skills: Proficiency in big data analytics tools and platforms, data governance frameworks, and enterprise performance management systems. 

Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. 

Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders. 

Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of industry trends and best practices in data and analytics. 

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture, while maintaining business results.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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