Business Optimization Manager

Parexel is in the business of improving the world’s health. We do this by providing a suite of biopharmaceutical services that help clients across the globe transform scientific discoveries into new treatments. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, our therapeutic, technical, and functional ability is underpinned by a deep conviction in what we do. We believe in our values; Patients First, Quality, Respect, Empowerment & Accountability.

Parexel is looking for a Business Optimization Manager to be homebased in Lithuania.

The role is key for Global Project Leadership to provide quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting of patterns, insights, and trends to decision-makers. The role is to drive consolidation, standardization and consistency of reporting and analytics for GPL. Provide business intelligence and analytics support to Sr. Management team. And apply advanced knowledge of business intelligence practices to lead complex projects requiring advanced analytics to support operational efficiencies and resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Key Accountabilities :

Work in conjunction with functional leadership and other business users, acting as a liaison between technical and business teams in identifying and developing systems, dashboards, data visualizations, analytics and other tactical optimization solutions To gather requirements, research alternatives and analyze data to develop insightful conclusions and generate solutions to address business problems Develops relationships across GPL and through the organization to understand and anticipate information and reporting needs Act as an internal consultant, point of contact, and trusted advisor for stakeholders Facilitate the prioritization of projects, requirements, and support issues among competing business interests Responsible for the high quality and timely preparation of agreed deliverables with no supervisory oversight Standardize data collection by developing methods for database design and validation Understand and monitor organizational structures and adjust data sets, reports and dashboards as appropriate Develop statistical models for advanced and predictive analytics Drive process and technology improvements Train and mentor junior staff on reporting and analytics process and tools QualificationsSkills: Expert in Excel / SQL / VBA / Data Visualization Tools like Spotfire, PowerBI, etc. Expert in the use of query and reporting analysis tools Knowledge of statistics at an intermediate level and prior experience conducting statistical analysis Analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills and ability to build positive, professional, and productive business relationships with peers & stakeholders Client focused approach to work Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with and prioritize workload with attention to detail Flexible attitude and ability to adjust to changing priorities, time zones, work assignments, unforeseen events and new learning Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision Exhibits a sense of urgency about solving problems and completing work Culturally aware with ability to work with virtual/global teams and travel as needed Process & Project Management - Prioritizes, sets expectations and works in an efficient and disciplined manner. Holds oneself and others accountable to follow processes and deliver expected results Analytics & Problem Solving - Ensures data accuracy and integrity of team deliveries. Guides detailed analysis to anticipate and solve problems, including involvement of cross-functional resources, as required Knowledge and Experience : Educated to degree level (technology, business administration & economics, biological science, pharmacy or other health related discipline preferred) or equivalent qualification 7+ years in reporting and analytics Previous experience in Financial reporting and analytics preferred