Senior Manager of Data and Analytics

At Fogo de Chão, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Our mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. We believe better futures start when we bring our best to the table every day to Feed a Purposeful Future – starting with our team members. We feed our teams with fulfilling job opportunities, making space around the table so everyone feels welcome. At Fogo, we’ll provide you with a fulfilling career with professional and personal growth opportunities at every level. Our values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility and Deixa Comigo (we’ve got you!) are more than just words, it’s how we do things every day.

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Data & Analytics is a key leadership role responsible for modernizing and managing Fogo de Chão’s enterprise data infrastructure. This role leads the strategic transformation of our data platform, transitioning from legacy systems to a modern, cloud-native architecture. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise, project management, and leadership capabilities to deliver impactful data solutions that support business performance, analytics, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a scalable, cloud-native enterprise data platform
• Maintain and optimize mission-critical legacy data systems including SQL Server and/or Essbase
• Manage third-party vendors and external contractors to ensure deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations
• Develop, document, and enforce data governance and security policies
• Collaborate with business leaders to define data needs and deliver operational analytics, dashboards, and reports
• Ensure accuracy, reliability, and accessibility of business intelligence and data systems
• Support CI/CD integration for data pipelines and analytics workflows
• Serve as a hands-on contributor, providing architectural guidance and technical leadership to team members

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Execution
  Ability to think big-picture and translate business objectives into scalable, data-driven solutions. Demonstrates long-term vision while effectively executing short-term deliverables.
• Technical Leadership
  Deep understanding of modern data architecture, platforms, and best practices. Acts as a hands-on technical expert and mentor, setting standards for code quality, data governance, and system reliability.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
  Proven success managing third-party contractors and technology partners. Skilled at negotiating deliverables, managing performance, and ensuring accountability to timelines and business needs.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Communication
  Strong communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into language that resonates with business stakeholders. Builds trust and alignment across departments.
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
  Brings a solution-oriented mindset to data challenges. Skilled at identifying root causes, designing scalable solutions, and using data to tell compelling, actionable stories.
• Change Management & Adaptability
  Comfortable in fast-paced, evolving environments. Guides teams through change with a steady focus on outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Data Governance & Quality Assurance
  Demonstrates a deep commitment to data accuracy, security, and compliance. Builds and enforces standards and processes to ensure data integrity and reliability.
• Business Acumen
  Understands how data impacts overall business performance. Uses data to drive insights, improve operations, and support key strategic decisions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field required (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or data platform leadership
• Strong experience with Snowflake, Azure, dbt, Fivetran, and CI/CD pipelines
• Expertise in SQL, SQL Server, and/or Essbase
• Experience managing contractors and external technology partners
• Preferred industry experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or retail sectors

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with modern data stack tools:
• Snowflake, Azure, dbt, Fivetran, Airflow (or Azure Data Factory)
• Advanced SQL and data modeling capabilities
• Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker)
• Comfortable working in Git-based environments with CI/CD workflows
• Familiarity with enterprise reporting systems and data governance frameworks

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to occasionally travel for on-site collaboration or vendor management
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds as needed

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time Team Members on the first of the month following their start date. Additionally, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed. We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Coverage.

Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer