Manager Data Analytics
Abbott
Summary
This position is an onsite opportunity within the Abbott Diabetes Care Division in Alameda, California. We are helping people with diabetes lead healthier, happier lives. As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is committed to delivering innovative products, superior quality, and exceptional support to customers worldwide. Continuous glucose monitoring is transforming diabetes management, and our Procurement team plays a critical role in enabling innovation, supply continuity, and cost competitiveness across our portfolio.
Job description
The Manager, Data Analytics leads a team of data professionals, including Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Engineers, driving the development and execution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics strategies that support business objectives and digital transformation initiatives. This role oversees critical data projects, fosters cross-functional and vendor partnerships, and ensures effective management of data warehouses, data lakes, and governance standards. By leveraging advanced analytical tools and techniques, the Manager transforms complex and diverse data sources into actionable insights, enabling data-driven decision-making and delivering measurable business impact.
Up to 25% travel, including domestic and international
What You’ll Work On
- Lead and develop a team of Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, and related professionals, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Oversee day-to-day team operations, resource allocation, and project execution to ensure timely and effective delivery of analytics solutions.
- Support the development and implementation of data analytics strategies and digital transformation initiatives that align with business objectives.
- Partner with business leaders, cross-functional teams, and external vendors to identify opportunities, drive adoption of data-driven solutions, and deliver business value.
- Manage the planning and execution of business data projects, including project plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource needs.
- Serve as a key analytics partner to stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations that support decision-making.
- Apply and uphold data governance standards, supporting data quality, integrity, security, and effective management of enterprise data assets.
- Leverage AI, analytical tools, automation, statistical methods, and emerging technologies to generate actionable insights and improve business processes.
- Promote best practices, continuous improvement, and ongoing learning within the analytics function and broader organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 4 to 6 years of experience in AI, data analytics, business intelligence, data science, data engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in AI-driven data analysis, data visualization, data modeling, and data management best practices.
- Proficiency with analytical methods, statistical techniques, and data analysis tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of data architectures, data flows, data governance, and emerging data technologies and capabilities.
- Experience translating complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations.
- Proven project management experience, including planning, prioritization, and successful delivery of data-driven initiatives.
- Relevant certifications in analytics, data management, cloud technologies, or project management are a plus.
- Master’s Degree preferred.
Benefits
- Career development
- Free medical coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student debt program
- FreeU education benefit
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.