Manager, Data Analytics & BI, GOC

Role Summary and Impact

As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are looking for a Manager, Business Intelligence who will:

Serve as a core partner to local Business Intelligence teams, leading reporting deliverables and supporting marketing efficiency through reliable data management and analytics.

Develop, update, and maintain dashboards and visualizations, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and timely resolution of issues and enhancement requests.

Produce weekly, monthly, quarterly, and campaign wrap-up reports, using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Looker to present data clearly and accurately.

Extract data from multiple media platforms and perform data hygiene, quality control, and validation.

Conduct rigorous daily and weekly data quality assurance, investigating and resolving discrepancies across reporting deliverables.

Ensure adherence to data governance and taxonomy requirements.

Collaborate with Business Intelligence and Data Operations teams to integrate new data sources and reporting requirements, including parsing, benchmarking, mapping, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and implementation of fixes.

Support the collection and quality assurance of partner-provided performance data.

Maintain current documentation of data processes, business logic, and workflows to promote consistency and knowledge sharing.

Support project timelines and reporting schedules, proactively communicating progress, risks, and dependencies.

Research platform capabilities and industry trends, recommending improvements to data quality, operational efficiency, and the feasibility of new reporting requests.

Facilitate data and reporting architecture discussions to ensure reporting products are reliably deployed and make effective use of platform capabilities.

When required, design, build, and deploy ETL and data management processes, including robust error handling, exception management, and rollback procedures.

Provide production support for data loads and automate recurring reporting through custom SQL queries or Python scripts, as needed.

Supervise, train, and mentor senior and junior analysts, including providing oversight and support to offshore Senior Associates when required.

Skills and Experience

5+ years of professional experience in Analytics or Business Intelligence, working with large datasets, or equivalent relevant experience.

Hands-on experience with Power BI; knowledge of Tableau or Looker is helpful.

Strong ability to present data clearly and accurately.

Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills; a background in statistics or modeling is a plus.

Experience in digital media is preferred, including familiarity with Google Campaign Manager, major digital and social platforms, and web analytics tools such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics.

Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, lookups, and charts.

Experience with SQL, Python, or R is a plus; knowledge of tag management or application coding is also desirable.

Understanding of common media metrics and buying models, including CPV, VCR, and GRP, and how they connect to business outcomes.

Ability to independently manage day-to-day workstreams within large analytical projects, with limited guidance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when collaborating across offshore and onshore teams.

Availability for a minimum three-hour overlap during the New York morning; up to six hours of overlap is preferred.

Previous experience working with US-based teams is preferred.

Proven experience managing and developing junior team members.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

This position is available in a Remote or Hybrid Work Modality and must be performed from any location within Mexico or Colombia. Only candidates residing in either country who are legally authorized to work there may apply. Remote work from outside Mexico or Colombia, including relocation abroad under a remote work contract, is not permitted under any circumstances.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.