Head of IT Analytics, Porto Salvo Oeiras

Head of IT Analytics, Porto Salvo
Oeiras
Oeiras, Distrito de Lisboa, Portugal

At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lives. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology, and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.

Ferring + You

The Head of IT Analytics will be responsible for leading the analytics function within the IT department. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive analytics strategy, managing a team of data professionals, and collaborating with various departments to drive
- driven
- making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analytics, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Your Day at Ferring

1. Develop and execute a strategic vision for IT analytics in alignment with company goals.
2. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of data analysts, data engineers, and BI professionals.
3. Align the needs across functional areas to maximize the value of the global platform and avoid duplication of effort.
4. Collaborate with IT and business leaders to identify key analytics needs and opportunities.
5. Design and implement data analytics solutions to support business objectives and improve operational efficiency.
6. Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security across all analytics initiatives.
7. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data analytics and IT.
8. Drive implementation of data governance framework for the analytics area.
9. Drive the adoption of
   - driven
   - making processes across the organization.
10. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
11. Support new AI initiatives.

Behind Our Innovation… There’s You

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in data analytics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Proven experience in managing and leading a
- performing analytics team.

Strong understanding of data management, data governance, and data quality principles.

Experience with modern data stack architecture and technologies.

Proficiency with analytics tools and technologies such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI, etc.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights to
- technical stakeholders.

Strong
- solving skills and a
- oriented mindset.

Experience with
- based analytics platforms (e. g. , Azure, Databricks, and Power BI) is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a
- paced environment.

Get inspired by our commitment to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live, or who you love.

Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role:

• Parental leave for both birthing and
  - birthing parents.
• Extended support on family building journey.

Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.