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Head of Data Platform (d/f/m)

Employer
Henkel
Location
Düsseldorf, Germany
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Sep 18, 2021

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Discipline
Physical Sciences, Information Technology
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Manager
Organization Type
All Industry, Other Corporate

Job Details

HENKEL IS FOR THOSE WHO STEP UP. DO YOU?

At Henkel, you can make a difference and craft your career. That's why you own your projects and take full responsibility from an early stage. Our unique brands in markets around the world open up countless opportunities to follow your convictions and explore new paths. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to always think out of the box - take the chance and shape the digital future together with us.
YOUR ROLE
  • Translate global data strategy into technology, platform, data assets, processes, and organizational requirements
  • Lead Data Platform department and manage up to 5 teams (cloud platform engineering, data engineering, DWH engineering, big data engineering, quality assurance)
  • Understand business needs and act as sparring partner to identify high-impact opportunities by leveraging our extensive data assets
  • Take responsibility for development and operations of our global data & analytics platform and BI systems
  • Design and implement cloud architecture, data architecture, and scalable frameworks to support digital business initiatives
  • Manage a project volume of up to 10 MEUR p.a. to support our business needs
  • Foster a data-driven culture within the Henkel Group
YOUR SKILLS
  • Master's degree in a computer science or related field
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in a data engineering environment and proven track record of leading large teams
  • Fluent in English; German language skill is a plus
  • Expert knowledge of DevOps, DataOps and agile practices like scrum
  • Excellent skills and experience in building IaaS and PaaS using infrastructure as a code
  • Advanced knowledge and deep hands-on experience in data architecture, data engineering, automated testing and cloud-based data services preferably on Azure
  • Strong business acumen and ability to collaborate closely with technical and non-technical teams. Eagerness to consult and drive data literacy within the enterprise
  • Capacity to develop a clear understanding of business challenges, derive a solution concept and translate it into relevant tasks for your teams
  • Entrepreneurial mind-set, good sense of humour and strong personality

Company

WE ARE PIONEERS AT HEART FOR THE GOOD OF GENERATIONS

Our purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations" unites what we stand for, how we work, and forms the basis for our strategy.

The pioneering spirit of our company founder, Fritz Henkel, is what continues to differentiate us and unites Henkel employees worldwide. The ambition and motivation to work together on the solutions of tomorrow. Today. Every day. We do this not only for ourselves, but also for future generations, because we share a common responsibility.

Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. 

Worldwide locations and an international culture shape our global footprint.

Henkel products and technologies are available worldwide. With employees from 124 nations and locations around the world, we achieve a strong presence both in mature and emerging markets. 

 

 

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