Head of Lifecycle Data Operations CoE

Business unit Parts and Field Service (P&FS) is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them. 

We are seeking a Head of Lifecycle Data Operations to lead our Lifecycle Data Operations Center of Excellence (CoE) in the P&FS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) business function. The CoE is responsible for continuously improving lifecycle data operations and translating the Marine strategy into lifecycle data focus areas. The CoE acts as a liaison between internal stakeholders and provides insights into the portfolio of lifecycle data products.

The role is offered as a permanent contract and the preferred location is a Wärtsilä office in Finland, but other Wärtsilä offices in Europe can also be considered. Following our hybrid work model, you will be able to work partially remotely. In this role, you will be part of the PLM management team. You will report to the Director, Product Lifecycle Management and work closely with other senior leaders across the organization.

We are seeking a leader to define and implement the lifecycle data strategy, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement. As an ideal candidate, you have a strong background in leading operative organisations, and the ability to navigate evolving business landscapes. Collaboration with key stakeholders is crucial for successful organisational transformations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities and accountabilities: 

• Define, maintain, and execute the lifecycle data strategy and roadmap for lifecycle data operations, aligning it with business goals and customer requirements.
• Establish and implement best practices and standards for data governance across the lifecycle data domain.
• Develop the end-to-end lifecycle data operational process, ensuring timely, quality and accurate data collection, processing, storage, and distribution to various stakeholders and systems.
• Drive the adoption and utilisation of data analytics and data science tools and methods to generate insights and recommendations that enhance the customer experience and business outcomes throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of lifecycle data professionals and leaders, providing them with coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the lifecycle data CoE team, reaching across the organisation.
• Accountability for development and optimisation of data architecture that supports the lifecycle data domain, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance from a business perspective.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Extensive experience in leading and managing teams, projects, and programs, preferably in a large and complex organisation.
• Firm understanding of data architecture, data integration, and data governance to drive change across the organisation.
• Solid experience in leading and applying data management and data engineering within lifecycle data domain or similar.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to align data initiatives and solutions with business goals and customer needs.
• High level of initiative, creativity, and innovation, with the ability to identify and pursue new opportunities and solutions for data-driven value creation and improvement.
• Strong collaborative and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts and findings into simple and actionable insights and recommendations.

Contact & next steps:

If you are passionate about lifecycle data and want to make a difference in the lives of our customers and the success of our business, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline Tuesday April 15th, 2025, by submitting your application in our Career portal (applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). We are keen to hear more about your experience with and passion for the following three areas that are crucial for this position: Product Lifecycle Data Management, Change Management, and Leadership.

Application deadline: 15/04/2025 at 23:59 EEST

Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Director, Product Lifecycle Management Magnus Kronholm via phone at +358 40 5374618 on April 4th at 9:00 – 12:00 EEST with any questions related to this position.

At Wärtsilä we value, respect, and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed.

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