Director - Data and Analytics Delivery

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Posting External

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple analytics delivery teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of analytics solutions from requirements gathering through deployment and adoption.
• Coordinate integration efforts across SAP, IFS, BAAN, and Quipware systems to enable comprehensive analytics.
• Lead development and deployment of Power BI reports and dashboards that deliver actionable insights.
• Establish and monitor KPIs and metrics to measure delivery performance and business value.
• Provide technical direction for Azure-based data platform, ensuring architecture supports scalability, security, and performance requirements.
• Oversee data integration, transformation, and quality processes across source systems.
• Guide the selection and implementation of analytics tools, technologies, and methodologies.
• Ensure solutions adhere to data security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
• Champion modern data engineering and analytics practices including automation and DevOps principles.
• Build, develop, and retain high-performing analytics delivery teams including data engineers, analysts, and visualization specialists.
• Manage resource allocation and capacity planning across multiple initiatives.
• Conduct performance management and career development for direct reports.
• Serve as primary point of contact for business leaders regarding analytics delivery initiatives.
• Present analytics roadmaps, progress updates, and business value to executive leadership.
• Define and execute data and analytics delivery strategy aligned with business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Lead design and implementation of scalable analytics solutions across multiple business functions.
• Establish governance frameworks, standards, and best practices for analytics delivery and data management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Finance, Statistics or related field, with at least 8 years of related experience

• Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED

• Occassional travel (0-5%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Data and Analytics solution management and delivery for manufacturing / services organization and in manufacturing operations including supply chain, production planning, and quality management.
• Knowledge of sales and marketing analytics including customer segmentation, campaign analysis, and revenue forecasting.
• Experience implementing self-service analytics capabilities and promoting data literacy. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies for analytics delivery.
• Understanding of advanced analytics techniques including predictive modeling and machine learning.
• Experience with Quipware or similar MES/quality management systems.

This is an on-site position at our New Bremen, OH location. Relocation assistance available.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities