People Analytics Project Management & Data Analytics Lead

Role: People Analytics Project Management & Data Analytics Lead

Location: Hyderabad

Summary:

We are looking for a strategic and experienced in People Analytics domain Project Management & Data Analytics individual to lead and oversee enterprise-wide data-driven projects. This role is responsible for driving the execution of complex, high-impact analytics initiatives by combining strong project leadership with deep analytical thinking. The ideal candidate will play a key role in influencing data strategy, optimizing performance, and delivering business outcomes through actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the development and execution of the data analytics project roadmap aligned with business priorities.

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on analytics capability development and data-driven decision-making.

• Champion a data-driven culture and partner with business leaders to drive adoption of insights.

Project & Program Management

• Oversee multiple high-value analytics and digital transformation programs across departments.

• Define program scope, milestones, budgets, risks, and governance structures.

• Ensure timely delivery of projects, managing dependencies, and resolving conflicts across cross-functional teams.

Analytics Oversight

• Collaborate with data science, BI, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality dashboards, models, and insights.

• Translate complex analytical outcomes into executive-level narratives and business recommendations.

• Monitor KPIs and ensure analytics projects deliver measurable business value.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with Digital, business units, and external partners.

• Foster alignment between analytics initiatives and overall business transformation goals.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in project/program management, with 5+ years in data/analytics or digital transformation.

• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

• Deep understanding of data lifecycle, BI, and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, Snowflake, etc.).

• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect data initiatives to operational and financial outcomes.

• Expertise in PM methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Lean, or PMI standards).

• Exceptional communication, executive reporting, and stakeholder influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Analytics, Data Science, or related field (MBA a plus).

• Experience in enterprise data platform rollouts, AI/ML adoption, or analytics center of excellence (CoE) models.

• Industry knowledge in FMCG / Healthcare