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WM is known for not only a great place to work and build a career, but also for building a better tomorrow one step at a time. If you have a data-driven mindset which enables you to dissect, translate, recreate, and publish data in a manner that is effective to the decision-making process, then this might be the role for you!

LOCATION: Looking for local candidates within commutable distance to Lodi, CA or Sacramento, CA. This position is hybrid, working 2 days remote and 3 days in the office.  

Job Overview

The Data Manager is responsible for the quality and accuracy of all daily operational data within the Area. The Data Manager will work using data insights to drive action and solve problems. They will create rules, graphs, and reports which will enable management to make decisions based on findings. This job will require travel approximately 10% of the time to meet with stakeholders.  

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and have a background in Statistics, Computer Science, or Machine Learning. 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Function

Establishing and maintaining oversight of a remote team of data specialists.

Works with critical partners of Operations Improvement Manager and Operations Analyst for data outputs.

Validation of daily data via critical reports, including but not limited to: 

Data collection: Identifying valuable data sources and automating collection processes Data preparation: Preprocessing structured and unstructured data Data analysis: Analyzing large amounts of information to find trends and patterns Data visualization: Creating charts, graphs, and diagrams to represent trends and predictions Data summarization: Helping stakeholders understand and implement results

Manages cross-functional communication with Operational Leaders to ensure Area level of Data oversight and management. 

Boundary partner for all Operational initiatives.

Use appropriate Waste Management systems to ensure proper recording of metrics and verify process improvement opportunities, including:  EMAP, MAS, OPUS, Kronos, SharePoint, PMT, CorpDb, Essbase, Newton, Power BI, Microsoft Suite, Capacity Planner, and all other systems as needed and necessary. Must also be proficient in programming languages such as Python, SQL, R, and C++, and familiar with platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Hive.

Performance management and continued skill development of the Data Specialist Team.

III. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

 

A. Education and Experience

Education: Associate's Degree or High School Diploma and two (2) years of relevant work experience. 

Experience: 3 years or relevant work experience.

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

Ability to effectively coach and develop leaders and/or teams for the next opportunity.

Ability to successfully handle multiple projects at one time

Strong communicator, both written and verbally

The expected salary range for this position is $132,000 to $155,000 per year. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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