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• Director, Marketing Science and Innovation Group - OTX (Los Angeles, CA)
• Subject Matter Expert / IT Storage - BP (Houston, TX)
• Lawson Business Analyst / Programmer - Berkshire Blanket, Inc. (Ware, MA)
• Subject Matter Expert, IT Network - BP (Houston, TX)
• Program Manager / Data Management - BP (Houston, TX)
• Quantitative Analyst (New York, NY)
• Senior Consultant Research & Modeling (CT)
• Quantitative Analyst - Sun Trading LLC (Chicago, IL)
• Business Objects Data Analyst - BP (Houston, TX)
• Quantitative Analyst - D.E. Shaw (New York, NY and Cupertino, CA)
• Sr. DataBase Administrator - Cox Communications (Alpharetta, GA)
• Product Manager, Home Price Index Analyst - First American (San Francisco, CA)
• Web Analytics Manager - Etsy Inc (New York, NY)
• Data Warehouse Consultant (Seattle, WA)
• Sr Database Analyst - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (Memphis, TN)
• Manager, Web Analytics & Business Intelligence (Madison, WI)
• Data Mining Analyst - Waterfront International (Toronto, Canada)
• Engagement Manager, Analytics - Nuevora (San Ramon, CA)
• Senior Pricing Analyst - Better World Books (South Bend, IN)

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Director, Marketing Science and Innovation Group - OTX (Los Angeles, CA)

Reports to the Chief Research Officer
OTX – Los Angeles

Mission statement for the MSI group

• Provide realizable and sustainable methodological foundations for all OTX products and project insights
• Maximize profit by balancing investment in analytics with in-house capabilities and high quality outside partners
• Implement cutting edge innovative methods for insight
• Develop optimization methods for our clients’ business issues
• Use the MSI group as a point of differentiation for OTX in the marketplace
• Expand our role as industry thought leaders
• Continue introduction of best practices in science to market research

Scope and responsibilities

This is a key function within the Marketing Science & Innovation Group and the Director, Marketing Science will contribute across all elements of the MSI mission statement.

Specifically this individual will be a primary contact internally for new product development and the execution of project analysis for clients.

Duties include research study design, statistical and modeling analysis, creation of cutting edge methods for new products, and implementation/development of standards for tracking data and other continuous research projects.

The Director, MS will stay abreast of new data analysis techniques and applications from related scientific disciplines and consider how these approaches can improve OTX deliverables.

Experience / skills required

Qualifications must include:

• Undergraduate degree with work in mathematics; science; quantitative business analysis - Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 1 - 2 years of related MR experience
• Extensive knowledge of research computing
• tools (Perl, Java, SQL, R, C++, etc.)
• tasks (large data set manipulation, distributed computing, system engineering)
• Comprehensive knowledge of multivariate statistical techniques
• Familiarity with or interest in advanced methods such as:
  • neural networks
  • genetic algorithms
  • agent based models
  • Bayesian belief systems
• Technical knowledge/understanding/background in SQL, Database Design, and Data Processes
• Strong communication and follow-up skills; including clearly communicating with management, customers and vendors
• Capable of working independently and with multiple departments
• Complex database and data management experience

Compensation Commensurate with Experience

OTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, religious creed, medical/physical/mental condition, sexual orientation, Veteran status, or age.

Email your resume with cover letter to: lsproul [at] otxresearch.com (Lisa Sprout)

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17421x.shtml
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Subject Matter Expert / IT Storage - BP (Houston, TX)

The post holder is a ‘link’ between architecture, standards, operations and customers, and as such will be accountable for the integrity of US Hosting Operations existing storage and backup systems as well as operational continuity during introduction of new components across our data centres in Houston, Chicago and Tulsa. Taking a lead in evolving the storage infrastructure into a more efficient and cost effective solution is a key expectation.

The individual in this position will understand how storage and backup systems interface and interact with applications, and with other parts of the infrastructure. A key accountability will be the integration of application solutions into the storage and backup infrastructure with the ability to articulate clearly the benefits of a tiered environment allowing service differentiation.
The Storage SME will:

- Liaise with IT&S, GOI and the Data Centre Global Services and Standards team to understand standards and stay abreast of relevant technology roadmaps.
- Provide guidance to new systems development and projects teams on storage standards and deployment process.
- Work with project teams to directly integrate and coordinate implementation of storage (SAN/NAS) and backup technologies in production environments.
- Manage work requests and coordinate multiple implementation projects.
- Work with SDOs to develop end-to-end technical solutions, installation, configuration and operating plans.
- When required, provide day to day oversight to third party vendors supporting storage components.
- Guide third party vendors in the creation of DR / BCP plans pertaining to the storage and backup systems.
- Provide expert consulting and solutions to business units to meet specific storage and backup needs.
- Contribute to and develop best practices, strategies, methodologies and documentation/templates.
- Develop strategies and propose solutions to manage the growing volumes of storage and backup needs to reduce the overall cost of operations and investment.

This role involves interaction across the US Hosting Operations organisation, Regional Infrastructure teams and segment/function IT&S teams.

Description

The post holder is a ‘link’ between architecture, standards, operations and customers, and as such will be accountable for the integrity of US Hosting Operations existing storage and backup systems as well as operational continuity during introduction of new components across our data centres in Houston, Chicago and Tulsa. Taking a lead in evolving the storage infrastructure into a more efficient and cost effective solution is a key expectation.

The individual in this position will understand how storage and backup systems interface and interact with applications, and with other parts of the infrastructure. A key accountability will be the integration of application solutions into the storage and backup infrastructure with the ability to articulate clearly the benefits of a tiered environment allowing service differentiation.
The Storage SME will:

- Liaise with IT&S, GOI and the Data Centre Global Services and Standards team to understand standards and stay abreast of relevant technology roadmaps.
- Provide guidance to new systems development and projects teams on storage standards and deployment process.
- Work with project teams to directly integrate and coordinate implementation of storage (SAN/NAS) and backup technologies in production environments.
- Manage work requests and coordinate multiple implementation projects.
- Work with SDOs to develop end-to-end technical solutions, installation, configuration and operating plans.
- When required, provide day to day oversight to third party vendors supporting storage components.
- Guide third party vendors in the creation of DR / BCP plans pertaining to the storage and backup systems.
- Provide expert consulting and solutions to business units to meet specific storage and backup needs.
- Contribute to and develop best practices, strategies, methodologies and documentation/templates.
- Develop strategies and propose solutions to manage the growing volumes of storage and backup needs to reduce the overall cost of operations and investment.

This role involves interaction across the US Hosting Operations organisation, Regional Infrastructure teams and segment/function IT&S teams.

Requirements

a. Educational background
- Graduate level or demonstrable equivalent.
b. Experience (years and nature)
- Minimum 7 - 10 years post graduate business experience.
- Proven track record and expertise in the area of storage solutions.
- Background and experience in the management of enterprise-class data centre projects
c. Other
- Strong understand of ITIL Service Continuity management principles.
- Strong project, programme, budget and resource management skills.
- Ability to influence and negotiate, achieving desired decisions and outcomes.
- Ability to optimise resources from divers environments and cultures.

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URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17420x.shtml
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Lawson Business Analyst / Programmer - Berkshire Blanket, Inc. (Ware, MA)

Function: Business Development
Industry: Manufacturing

Description:

Lawson Business Analyst / Programmer

Full-Time Employment Opportunity

We are seeking a business analyst / programmer to join our organization and assist us implement the Lawson M3 ERP system.  The ideal candidate will possess a special blend of business analysis and Lawson M3 Version 7.1 technology skills to:

·         Work with our user community to define and create actionable reports
·         Assist us implement best practice administrative procedures
·         Create user documentation
·         Develop training programs
·         Lead training sessions and be available to answer questions
·         Assist in user acceptance testing

You should possess experience being part of a team that successfully implemented a Lawson system within the past 18 months.  Areas of expertise include:

Technology

·         Lawson Business Intelligence
·         SQL

Functional Areas

·         Business Reporting
·         Product Data Management
·         Manufacturing Execution
·         Supply Chain Execution
·         Supply Chain Planning
·         Procurement
·         Customer Sales and Service
·         Business Process Management
·         Reporting

We are one of the nation's leading designers and marketers of premium quality blankets, throws and bedroom related products.  Our distinctive product line may be found at a variety of nationally recognized retailers under a number of well known consumer brands in addition to providing private label products to select retailers. We are a $100 million company located within 30 minutes commute of Springfield, Amherst, Northampton and Worcester MA.   Preferably you reside within this geographical area.  This assignment will start immediately.

Please respond with letter of interest and credentials to Pierre Rodrigue, Director of Human Resources, prodrigue@berkshireblanket.com.

Contact Name: Pierre Rodrigue

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URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17419x.shtml
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Subject Matter Expert, IT Network - BP (Houston, TX)

Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of nearly 100,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in 100 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

BP is one of the three largest energy companies in the world, operating in over 100 countries across 6 continents. Information Technology & Services (IT&S), provides a full range of IT services to BP's global business segments.

IT&S plays a critical role in the delivery of defined world-class operational services that BP businesses can rely upon in support of their own performance. Our specific accountabilities include the delivery of services to specified target levels, including availability, recoverability and cost to the corporation. These services must also be delivered safely and secured against the growing risk of viruses and other security threats.

We aim to benchmark our performance favorably against a defined peer group of the world's best and intend to deliver our services with professionalism to rival any major business corporation in the world - this is what we mean by being 'World Class'. To achieve this exciting level of performance will require a commensurate level of enthusiasm, commitment and expertise in our people.

Description

The post holder is a ‘link’ between architecture, standards, operations and customers, and as such will be accountable for the integrity of US Hosting Operations existing network systems as well as operational continuity during introduction of new components across our key data centres in Houston, Chicago and Tulsa. Taking a lead in evolving the network infrastructure into a more efficient and cost effective solution is a key expectation.

The individual in this position will understand how network systems interface and interact with applications and with other parts of the infrastructure. A key accountability will be the integration of application solutions into the network infrastructure with the ability to articulate clearly the benefits of a tiered network on applications and service differentiation.

The Network SME will:

- Liaise with IT&S, GOI and the Data Centre Global Services and Standards team to understand standards and stay abreast of relevant technology roadmaps.
- Work with data centre operations managers to define application of network standards.
- Provide guidance to new systems development and project teams on network standards.
- Work with project teams to directly integrate and coordinate implementation of network solutions in production environments.
- Work with SDOs to develop end-to-end technical solutions, installation, configuration and operating plans.
- Manage work requests and coordinate multiple implementation projects.
- When required, provide day to day oversight to third party vendors supporting network components.
- Guide third party vendors in the creation of DR / BCP plans pertaining to the network.
- Provide expert consulting and solutions to business units to meet specific network needs.
- Contribute to and develop best practices, strategies, methodologies and documentation/templates.
- Develop strategies and propose solutions to optimise utilisation of existing infrastructure and the deployment of right network solutions to reduce the overall cost of operations and investment.

This role involves interaction across the US Hosting Operations organisation, Regional Infrastructure teams and segment/function IT&S teams to ensure network standards are appropriately applied.

Requirements

a. Educational background
- Graduate level or demonstrable equivalent.
b. Experience (years and nature)
- Minimum 7 - 10 years post graduate business experience.
- Proven track record and expertise in the area of network solutions.
- Background and experience in the management of enterprise-class data centre projects
- Prefer CCIE certification
c. Other
- Strong understand of ITIL Service Continuity management principles.
- Strong project, programme, budget and resource management skills.
- Ability to influence and negotiate, achieving desired decisions and outcomes.
- Ability to optimise resources from divers environments and cultures.

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URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17417x.shtml
Please mention datashaping.com when applying. Thank you.

Program Manager / Data Management - BP (Houston, TX)

Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of nearly 100,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in 100 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

BP is one of the three largest energy companies in the world, operating in over 100 countries across 6 continents. Information Technology & Services (IT&S), provides a full range of IT services to BP's global business segments.

IT&S plays a critical role in the delivery of defined world-class operational services that BP businesses can rely upon in support of their own performance. Our specific accountabilities include the delivery of services to specified target levels, including availability, recoverability and cost to the corporation. These services must also be delivered safely and secured against the growing risk of viruses and other security threats.

We aim to benchmark our performance favorably against a defined peer group of the world's best and intend to deliver our services with professionalism to rival any major business corporation in the world - this is what we mean by being 'World Class'. To achieve this exciting level of performance will require a commensurate level of enthusiasm, commitment and expertise in our people.

Description

Reporting to the North American Gas (NAG) Data Manager, the role holder will manage the Data Management program within NAG’s Digital Strategy Initiative. They must manage the development and implementation of a portfolio of interdependent projects. This includes oversight of the project managers, maintenance of budget status and forecast, requirements documentation sufficient to conduct RFI and RFP engagements, and key interface to clients, vendors, and central IT organizations.

Requirements

Essential

• Successful track record of delivering mission critical Enterprise Data Management programs (in excess of $20 million) through the entire project lifecycle.
• Training and experience development of all Data Management Program framework: Data Governance, Data Security, Database operations Management, Data Architecture, Data Quality, Meta Data Management, Document Content Management Data Warehousing / Business Intelligence, Master Data Management.
• 15+ years Data Management experience.
• 20+ years IT delivery experience.
• 12+ year Program Management experience including management of program with 20+ resources.
• Knowledge of the upstream oil & gas business and the associated Data Management activities.
• Experience working with technical teams, business analysts and process subject matter experts across various IT disciplines and geographies.
• Implementation of best practice standards in project delivery of Data Management and governance.
• Competence in Planning, Cost Estimating, Risk Management, Performance Management, Quality & Delivery Assurance.
• Thorough knowledge of CVP (or alternate stage gate decision process) and underlying project methodologies.
• Excellent record of Stakeholder Management.

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URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17416x.shtml
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Quantitative Analyst (New York, NY)

Responsibilities:

Opportunity for a senior quantitative analyst to lead the research and model development for calculating the financial risks of fixed income assets. The ideal candidate will be familiar with modeling techniques, performance analytics and structured finance and will be able to work in a team environment. The candidate will also be involved in creating research publications and presentations related to the models

Qualifications:

Applicant should have a PhD in a quantitative discipline and 6+ years of demonstrated research experience developing quantitative models in the fixed income market. Knowledge of Econometrics, Mathematical Modeling, Term Structure modeling and Monte Carlo Methods is a must. CDO/CDS modeling and valuation a plus. Experience with statistical modeling platforms such as S-plus or SAS applied to large data-sets is desirable. The ideal candidate will also have ability to write technical research, and have had experience in effectively managing a team of quantitative analysts.

Comments:

We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Moody's takes pride in maintaining a balanced and diverse workforce and actively seeks out people who enrich our talent pool.

Please go to URL to apply:
https://www.moodys.jobs/psp/hrrec/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/ROLE_APPLICANT.ER_VIEW_JOBS.GBL?&JobReqNbr=005533

** If in case the link does not work, please visit our website, www.moodys.jobs. The requisition number for this position is 005533.

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs17411x.shtml
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