Manager, PPM Analytics - Remote

ULTRA MOBILE is seeking a talented Manager, PPM Analytics to join the PMO Team! Individual reports to Director, PPM. Role is remote - must reside in the United States.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Manager of PPM Analytics plays a vital role in driving meaningful change throughout the organization by enabling the creation, maintenance, interpretation, presentation of data that leads to cross functional partnership and process improvements. As a key member of the Project Management Organization (PMO) within the Project Portfolio Management (PPM) team, the Manager of PPM Analytics leads a team of Data Analysts. This team is responsible for selecting and implementing productivity tools that enhance cross-functional team collaboration, such as the Atlassian suite, Wrike, Figma, Smartsheets, and more. The goal is to establish reliable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) that effectively measure, monitor, and improve all aspects of large-scale, cross-functional project delivery.

The Manager of PPM Analytics collaborates with leaders from various disciplines to gain trust and agreement in order to drive process improvements and optimize operational workflows via the creation and analysis of new process/efficiency health metrics. This role also involves creating impactful presentations for the Senior Leadership Team, including the C-Suite. In addition to these responsibilities, the Manager of Data Analytics assumes the role of a people manager, overseeing the training, development, and fostering a culture of excellence within the PPM Analytics team. Our objective is to gain comprehensive insights into every stage of project delivery, aiming to achieve greater efficiency, agility, and value delivery to our customers.

As the team creates datasets and data flows, the Manager ensures the ongoing maintenance of reports, dashboards, and other visualizations. The goal is to provide leaders across all teams with the necessary insights to make informed decisions. Although occasional business travel may be required, it is expected to be less than 10% of working time.

Your usual day of awesomeness includes:  

• Lead and manage a team of Data Analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements for data analysis projects.
• Design and implement effective data analysis methodologies and frameworks to extract meaningful insights from various data sources.
• Oversee the collection, cleaning, and integration of data to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and impact of data analysis initiatives.
• Drive the development and implementation of data models, algorithms, and statistical techniques to support data analysis and decision-making processes.
• Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders through clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for leveraging data analysis to drive business growth and operational efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in data analysis and provide recommendations for their adoption.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership including Executives.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Comfort and familiarity with with Data Analytics Tools and Technologies, like Tableau and EazyBI.
• Familiarity with big data technologies, machine learning, and cloud platforms can be beneficial.
• Business Acumen: Strong business understanding and acumen are essential to align data analytics initiatives with organizational goals. The Manager of Data Analytics should possess the ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations and actionable plans that drive business value and operational efficiency.
• Project Management: Proficiency in project or portfolio management methodologies and practices is beneficial. Experience in leading data analysis projects from initiation to completion, including scoping, resource allocation, timeline management, and deliverable quality assurance, is highly desired.
• 5-8 years’ Industry Experience.
• 2-5 years People Management Experience.

WE ARE ULTRA & MINT MOBILE

We connect people to what’s most important in their lives: Easily, affordably and reliably. We strive to be California’s Preeminent Destination Employer. Oh yeah, we get it too! We understand what matters to you most. You’re an individual with unique needs, and we’re prepared to exceed any expectations you have for an ideal employer. 

We’re smart, strategic, and get things done without a lot of red tape or unnecessary politics. Everyone matters here and everyone has a voice. Expect to spend your time contributing to projects that really matter. We obsess over the employee experience. To start, we provide some of the most competitive salary, benefits, family leave, and vacation in Southern California. We believe in you and invest in you. Not just your career aspirations, but your life.

In addition, we’ve got a laundry list of perks you’ll brag about on insta -- Lunch every day prepared by our very own chef, healthy snacks, onsite gym, free massages, car wash services, and most importantly, a team atmosphere. We even raise the bar on well bars, including Espresso/Cappuccino/Nitro/Cold Brew/Kombucha Bar, Froyo Bar, Breakfast Bar, Snack Bar and a, well, you know, bar (after 5 pm).  

And if you feel intrigued right now reading, imagine the co-workers we have already attracted. This is the kind of team you’ll want to take home to mom or invite to your kid’s next birthday party. This is the kind of close-knit community happening here. Come check out how you can be part of Ultra & Mint! 

OUR VALUES – LET’S MAKE LIFE ULTRA TOGETHER!

• Ownership: We are all owners; be the outcome and get the job done.
• Action Biased: Be brilliant, proactive, and act with urgency.
• Embrace the Adventure: Be agile, adaptive, and thrive on change.
• Invent and Simplify: Never accept good enough.

$1,000 REFERRAL BONUS

Take a look at this job description, if you are the right person, please apply. If Ultra Mobile doesn't appear to be a fit for you, refer a friend or colleague and get $1,000. Let your friend or colleague know to provide your full name and email when applying to the job.  If we hire them and they stay for 90 days, you get $1000.  For more details of restrictions and rules, please email [email protected].

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, or protected veteran status. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualification, experience, ability, and job performance.

In support of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the range of starting pay for this role is $135,000 - $150,000.  This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, education, certifications, responsibility, and geographic location.  We also offer a variety of benefits including health, disability insurance, 401 (k), flexible spending accounts, EAP, education reimbursement, parental leave, unlimited vacation, bonuses, and company paid holidays.  The specific programs available will vary depending on state, start date, and employment type. Our recruitment team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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