Concept Lead, Data and Analytics

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!

We are now looking for a Concept Lead, Data and Analytics, RTR Process Development. The position is located in Tampere or Helsinki, Finland. 

Greetings from your future manager

Data quality – what is it and how is it achieved in practice? How to make data and analytics topics easily understandable for the bigger audience? If you are excited about these kinds of questions, you might be the new Concept Lead we are looking for. In our data and analytics team you can use your skills as part of wider network of development professionals. Niina Leikko

What you will do 
 
In the Concept Lead role you will develop and implement data governance, analytics practices and concepts in record-to-report (RTR) process. In addition, as a member of RTR Data & Analytics team, you work closely with other data and analytics experts as well as process owners to create solutions and provide insights. 

Your main tasks include: 

• Lead the development of data governance practices in record-to-report area, in alignment with UPM strategy and guidelines. Coach people in the implementation of the practices 

• Gather business requirements for data and analytical solutions and turn them into global RTR analytics concepts 

• Work with senior analysts to design and develop RTR data products, analytical solutions and defined data driven insights 

• Contribute to the design and implementation of an AI enabled reporting engine. Participate in other development initiatives where your expertise is required 

• Communicate, train and provide support to enable a data-oriented organization 

• Manage RTR data & report catalogue and other relevant documentation in cooperation with different stakeholders 

• Actively look for continuous improvement in close co-operation with process owners, service delivery teams and other stakeholders 

Who you are 

• You have experience in data management and governance as well as making data and its value understandable on various levels of the organization 

• You have strong problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to think outside the box 

• You understand finance processes and accounting related data concepts. Understanding of finance data in SAP systems is regarded as beneficial 

• You are familiar with the different steps in the analytics value chain and how raw data is turned into valuable insights 

• You have excellent influencing, collaboration and presentation skills in a global organization 

• You have good skills in project and change management 

• You are fluent in English, both written and verbal 

This is what we offer to you  

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils.’ Our work is impactful and transformative. 

• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. 

• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. 

• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.  

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Additional information 
  

The position holder will report to Senior Manager, Data & Analytics, RTR Process Development. 

For further information, please contact Niina Leikko, Senior Manager, Data & Analytics at niina.leikko@upm.com. 

Please apply and attach your CV and Cover Letter by June 22, 2025. Please note that we will go through the applications already during the application period and may invite candidates for interviews already before the end of the application period.  

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600. 

A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014. 

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. 
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