Analyze publishing workflows using data from Looker, Google BigQuery, and other BI tools, applying strong Data Analytics / Quantitative Skills and knowledge of Publishing Workflows and Systems to generate meaningful insights.
Identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, leveraging Process Optimization and Operational Excellence to recommend actionable improvements.
Assist in defining and refining KPIs, data definitions, and reporting frameworks to track publishing speed, quality, and author/reviewer/editor experience, utilizing Data Analytics / Quantitative Skills and a Customer-focus mindset.
Create process maps and visualizations to support change initiatives, using Storytelling and Manages Complexity to communicate insights effectively.
Contribute to cross-functional projects to optimize publication pipelines, applying Process Optimization and Operational Excellence to drive continuous improvement.
Support data-informed change and adoption of analytics frameworks by leveraging Manages Ambiguity and Data Analytics / Quantitative Skills to navigate evolving business needs.
Assist with stakeholder alignment across Editorial, Production, Technology, and Operations by utilizing Builds Networks and Manages Complexity to foster collaboration and alignment.
Collaborate with Product and Tech teams to explore automation and AI-driven solutions, combining Customer / User Requirements Discovery with Publishing Workflows and Systems expertise to identify high-impact opportunities.
Support workflow enhancement proposals to reduce manual effort and errors through Process Optimization and a commitment to Operational Excellence.
Monitor the performance impact of implemented changes and suggest refinements using Data Analytics / Quantitative Skills and a Customer-focus approach to maximize value.
Present complex data insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, applying Storytelling and Data Analytics / Quantitative Skills to drive understanding and action.
Liaise with Editorial, Publishing Performance, Operations, and Technology teams to align priorities, leveraging Builds Networks and Manages Ambiguity to support effective collaboration.
Ensure reporting frameworks are transparent, scalable, and actionable through a combination of Operational Excellence and Process Optimization.
Requirements
Demonstrable years of experience in data science, data analysis, process intelligence, BI, program/project management, or performance optimization
Demonstrated contributions to improvements in publishing, consulting, tech, or related fields
Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder engagement
Familiarity with editorial and production workflows in publishing or content-driven environment
Proficient in analysing publishing performance metrics, identify pattern and draw meaningful conclusions to drive strategic improvements
Expertise in tools such as Looker, Google BigQuery, Tableau, or PowerBI to extract, transform and visualize data
Creating visual representations of workflows to understand how processes are executed and identify areas of improvement
Skilled in process modelling, task mining and identifying performance bottlenecks
Pinpoint areas where processes are slow, broken or unnecessarily complex
Knowledge of business process management (BPM) and improvement frameworks
Familiarity with Agile, Lean, Six Sigma methodologies
Emerging project leadership and strategic planning skills
Ability to track performance and value of processes after changes are implemented
Support iterative adjustments based on performance data
Skilled in communicating complex data insights to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong ability to liaise with Editorial, Operations, and Technology teams
Comfortable presenting insights, dashboards and recommendation to senior leadership
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Data Analytics, Data Science, Strategic Management, Project Management, or a related field
Master’s degree or PhD in a data-intensive field is a plus
Certifications in PMP, Agile, or Lean Sigma are a plus.