Regional Data Strategy Manager

Job Description We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Regional Data Strategy Manager to join our Regional team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in defining and executing our Data Strategy and you will report directly to the Regional Data Strategy. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Strategy - - Develop a Data Strategy aligned with the Regional Data Strategy - Provide support for data-related mergers and acquisitions (M&As) - Identify and execute "data" levers - Identify partners for data/open innovation initiatives - Management of long-term initiatives to enhance the risk evaluation on companies Innovation Data Management - - Formulate strategies for make/buy/multisource/dual data sourcing - Alternative data acquisition scenarios (cost & drivers) - Manage business requirements and projects related to data (ex: multi sourcing) in collaboration with IT & Operations - Create a country “long term” data evolution roadmap - Establish a data quality roadmap and define relevant KPIs Production “factories” management - - Metrics & Control of data factories, data production center - Control & oversee the various data production processes and workloads - Performance, quality and delivery metrics Data Ecosystem Growth - - Analyze and identify new potential data sources for the market (both alternative and traditional) - Conduct competitive assessments - Define data roadmaps for countries based on their specific needs - Data quality assessment and maintenance - Perform new data significance testing and predictivity assessment Relationship Management - - Coordinate and support local EIC (Enhanced Information Center) in managing IPs (Information Provider) relationship and negotiating contract. - Act as internal consultant on data-related topics Business/Sales development and support/Data Consultancy - - Provide support for exploring new data use cases, such as ESG or new sales “keywords” - Assist in data-related tenders and bids - Address “level 2” data quality issues - Direct support to sales account in trainings and customer visits - Support the sales operations team in managing data quality and data coverage issues on ICON/URBA (Business Information platform) - Oversee data delivery initiatives Qualifications ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: - 10+ year in BI, Data strategy, Data Management or Data insights-based positions - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field - Openness and willingness to learn constantly and work in a fast-growing VUCA environment - Basic economics/econometric knowledge and ability to develop/analyze business cases - Proven record in involvement in data products and data-related service strategy, change management, and business development within the Data-Driven Economy and data-enriched processes - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail - Proven experience in analysing and exploring complex datasets to extract actionable insights - Experience in delivering data-driven products & solutions projects - Good knowledge of data analytics platforms and knowledge of some data-management languages & tools - Negotiation skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences - Solution-oriented mindset, driven to identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions Additional Information WE OFFER YOU: - Competitive remuneration - Opportunity to build your career (both locally and internationally) in a large global company, one of the world leaders in its field - Possibility to gain expertise in business information services, trade credit insurance, and finance - Flexibility to work in a hybrid mode, blending remote and on-site work Company Description At Coface, we make trade happen every day. Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world. With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring — all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy. Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions. Shape the future of trade with us. Join our Happeners!