Principal Analytics Lead (m/f/d)
Core
Lead the Portfolio Intelligence capability to build trusted core KPIs and reporting for AutoProff, DealerTrack, CMS, Software, and Finance businesses.
Role type
Principal Analytics Lead (Strategy & Mentorship)
Builds
Portfolio Intelligence capability, trusted core KPIs, and reporting for multiple business units
Domain
Automotive marketplace analytics, FinTech, Dealer services
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Advanced SQL, Data modelling, Python, AI tools usage, KPI framework ownership, Stakeholder management, Team coaching, Cloud data platforms, BI systems
Preferred skills
Leading small analytics teams, Partnering with Finance/FP&A, Developing shared metrics/semantic layers, Establishing business reviews
Technologies
SQL, Python, Cloud data platforms, BI systems, AI assistants
Responsibilities
Shape analytics priorities and reporting approach for portfolio businesses; Coach analysts through problem framing and feedback; Raise standards by sharing best practices and creating reusable approaches; Identify opportunities to improve team workflows and reduce technical debt; Make AI part of everyday delivery and validate results; Lead complex reporting initiatives from requirements to adoption; Establish clear KPI definitions and validation; Diagnose performance movements and translate analysis into recommendations; Partner with FP&A on financial core KPI reporting; Act as a senior analytics partner to resolve ambiguity and align stakeholders.
