What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Manager position at Waste Management?
As an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for innovation and data? We’re looking for a Data Manager to directly lead a team of 10 remote hourly employees while helping shape the future of our expanding business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a pioneer mindset —a trailblazer eager to think outside the box and drive new initiatives. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with corporate leadership, bring fresh ideas to the table, and grow into a dynamic, high-impact position.
We’re looking for a team player with leadership experience who values empathy and transparency. Someone who doesn’t just lead but takes the time to explain the “why” behind decisions, inspiring their team and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
I. Job Summary
This Area level position is responsible for the daily management of the remote data specialist team. Additionally, the Data Manager is responsible for the quality and accuracy of all daily operational data within the Area. This job will require travel approximately 10% of the time.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Function
- Establishing and maintaining oversight of a remote team of data specialists.
- Works with critical partners of Operations Improvement Manager and Operations Analyst for data outputs.
- Validation of daily data via critical reports.
- Manages cross-functional communication with Operational Leaders to ensure Area level of Data oversight and management.
- Boundary partner for all Operational initiatives.
- Use appropriate Waste Management systems to ensure proper recording of metrics and verify process improvement opportunities, including : EMAP, MAS, OPUS, Kronos, SharePoint, PMT, CorpDb, Essbase, Newton, Power BI, Microsoft Suite, Capacity Planner, and all other systems as needed and necessary.
- Performance management and continued skill development of the Data Specialist Team.
III. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
