Senior Manager Decision Intelligence | Senior Manager Decision Intelligence (m/w/d)
Kuraray Europe GmbH
Job Summary
As a Senior Manager Decision Intelligence at Kuraray, a global specialty chemicals leader, you will spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive data roadmap and Lakehouse/Data Mesh architecture. Your daily responsibilities involve leading an interdisciplinary team of six, prioritizing data-driven use cases, and delivering scalable MVPs that provide measurable business value. You will bridge the gap between technical execution and business strategy by engaging with diverse stakeholders across production, sales, and IT, as well as coordinating with the Japanese headquarters. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who can navigate complex brownfield corporate environments to build high-performance data units. The position offers a highly attractive package including a hybrid work model (40% remote), chemical industry tariff compensation, and extensive professional development opportunities within an international, innovation-driven culture.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable field of study.
Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in data science, informatics, or a related field
- Proven experience in building and integrating Lakehouse and Data Mesh platforms within brownfield corporate environments
- Professional experience in leading, coaching, and developing interdisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated experience in portfolio management, prioritizing data-driven use cases, and scaling MVPs
- Experience in stakeholder management across various business units and international headquarters
Languages
Additional
- The role requires familiarity with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, EU AI Act, and ISO/IEC 42001. Location is based in Hattersheim am Main or Troisdorf, Germany, with a hybrid work policy allowing for 40% remote work.