Data Validation Manager

Company: Carnival Corporation & plc
Location: Miami
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Manager, Data Validation is responsible for the design and delivery of the MAST data validation process for all brands within the Carnival Corporation. This data includes order & maintenance history, master data, ship inventory, and budget information essential for overall analysis and gathering of insights into realizing major benefits to the company. This key role will provide SME knowledge and ensure the consistent execution and reporting of progress to all program stakeholders. Reporting to the Senior Director of Maritime Asset Strategy, this role will be responsible for managing data quality assurance, tracking delivery of tasks on-time during ship deployment delivery schedules and managing a team of technical resources and analysts. Job Functions:

• Define, develop, deliver, and improve the process for ensuring the quality assurance of MAST data during the ship database build phase of the MAST Program.
• Oversee the end-to-end data validation process for core, reference and transactional data which includes receiving and actioning data queries from database build partners; designing validation test cases and ensuring they are executed in line with the process; reporting test case outcomes; working with internal stakeholders to review test case outcomes and get Brand SME input as required.
• Manage team tasks and schedules to support ship deployment production go-live phases which require validation & testing of scripts provided by internal developers and 3rd party vendors.
• Manage internal resources and 3rd party vendor teams in validating ship database builds in alignment with the project plan ensuring adherence to data quality standards.
• Manage and monitor tasks in the Project Plan using MS Projects or equivalent to track progress and identify dependencies with other projects and initiatives.
• Manage and provide coaching to team members. Conduct performance reviews for each direct report and be able to communicate effectively on potential areas for improvement.
• Communicate and present team status to program stakeholders and brand representatives regularly.
• Identify and drive improvements in processes or technology and feed these back to the Senior Director for alignment and implementation.
• Work alongside Subject Matter Experts, Project Leads, Brand representatives and external partners to gather business requirements, document decisions and execute/report on results. Additional duties as assigned. Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or equivalent.
• Years & or Area of Professional experience: 5+ years of management/supervisory experience. 5+ years of data analysis experience. Experience working with large datasets and data analysis.
• Critical Professional Related Technical/Computer Skills: MS Projects, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, Jira, Devops.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) upon hire preferred. Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate upon hire preferred. Six Sigma Yellow Belt or higher upon hire preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Expert analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong communicator in all forms across all levels of the organization. Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Travel: No travel. Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. May be requested to work a different shift. Position requires supporting multiple brands within Carnival Corporation in different time zones and locations. In some cases, there may be a need to support ship deployments during off hours/weekends. This position is classified as 'in-office.' As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida from Tuesday through Thursday. Employees may work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Some positions may require additional in-office time each week and final schedule is determined by your leader. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. Offers to select candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival's discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:
• Health Benefits:

• Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans.
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources.
• Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan.
  • Paid Time Off:
    • Holidays - All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 7 company-wide holidays, plus an additional floating holiday to be taken at the employee's discretion.
    • Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
    • Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
    • Other Benefits:
      • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends.
      • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement.
      • On-site preschool program and wellness center at our Miami campus. #LI-Hybrid #LI-SH1About Us In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns. Carnival Corporation & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises, and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; and P&O Cruises in Australia. Our employees have a responsibility to be accountable for all actions. We consider the environment in all aspects of our business and have a responsibility to put safety and sustainability first. We live and share a positive attitude which is based on fostering an environment of inclusion, trust, a willingness to listen, openness and integrity. Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal and/or international law. Benefits as a member of Carnival's Team:
        • A comprehensive benefit program which includes medical, dental and vision plans.
        • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage and a 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
        • Employee Stock Purchase plan.
        • Paid vacation and sick time.
        • Cruise benefits.
        • An on-site fully accredited preschool educational program located at our Doral campus.
        • An on-site Wellness Center and Health clinic at our Doral campus. To view a copy of Carnival's FMLA, EEO and EPPA posters please visit: (click or copy and paste link into your browser).
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