Data Platform Lead

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead our data initiatives and drive the transformation of Active Brands into a data-driven organization. The role is central to shaping our data and business strategy, building our data warehouse, and delivering actionable insights across our portfolio of brands. You will report to the CFO, and drive one of the most important projects within Active Brands.

Systems and data for the brands in Active Brands are currently loosely connected to each other. This creates challenges in gaining an overview across the brands. We want to build a central data platform and are looking for a person who can help us gain better insight and overview. Some examples of insights we hope to gain through a central data platform could be:
- The effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Which products, categories, and colors are trending
- Which stores and store chains are driving profits
- Which pricing strategy should we choose
- What to order for next season that meets trends and demand in the market

In addition to this role, we are considering hiring a data engineer or a BI developer who will report to you. There will be room to use consultants and other third parties on an hourly basis to help us build the data platform.

The role requires a good understanding of organizational structures. You will work against leaders in each brand, marketing, purchasing, the leadership team, and several others. Change management and adoption of data to drive decisions will fall under this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scalable data architecture strategy aligned with business objectives

• Build robust ETL/ELT processes to consolidate and ensure the quality of data from various sources

• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards providing insights into trends, profitability, and performance

• Work with leadership and brand managers to identify key data needs and sources

• Prioritize use cases to gradually build a data platform tailored to organizational needs

• Promote data-driven decision-making and drive adoption of BI tools across the organization

• Lead and mentor a team while collaborating with external vendors to enhance expertise

• Present data insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or similar (relevant practical experience can compensate for lack of relevant educational degree)

• Minimum 3 years of experience in data architecture, BI development, or related fields

• Proficient in Azure data services, SQL, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehouse concepts. As well as hands-on experience with Power BI (or similar BI tools) and strong understanding of ERP systems and data migration

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; with fluency in English as a requirement (fluency in a Scandinavian language is an advantage)

• Formal project management expertise within lean or similar methodologies

• Experience in the retail or sportswear industry and knowledge of data lakes and standardized data sets are preferred

What we offer
We strive to have an inspiring and active work environment, with dedicated colleagues with a strong passion for our brands and organizational development. With that, we are proud to say that we, as an organization, have short decision-making processes and the ability to turn around quickly. 
We also focus on providing interesting career and personal development opportunities in our company, and you can expect to have opportunities to influence and develop your own role such that you will immediately see the results of your contribution as we further shape the data landscape of our sports brand. You will also get the opportunity to work closely with similar roles across the portfolio companies of the main shareholders: FSN Capital and Verdane Elevate.

Located in Nydalen, Oslo, we can offer modern offices with opportunities for (ice) bathing in Akerselva during lunch breaks, outdoor dining in the park, or enjoying the beautiful view from our rooftop terrace.
Other benefits include: Subsidized Employee cafeteria, Subsidized Sats membership, Subsidized parking near the office, Personal discount on Active Brands products in our online stores, and more.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and perks will also be provided [Details will be communicated during the process].


Additional information

• Work location: Active Brands head office, Nydalsveien 24, Oslo
• Employment type: Full-time with flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of working from home
• Travel activity: Minimal travel may be required for meetings at our satellite offices or with suppliers or retail chains

Join us in accelerating strong and sustainable sports brands into global leaders!