Note: For candidates residing in India, the work location will be Pune and for candidates residing in the Netherlands the work location will be Veghel.
Are you passionate about unravelling the potential of data and turning it into valuable insights? Do you thrive on collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to shape the future of data-driven solutions? If your answer to these questions is “yes”, then look no further than Vanderlande!
Join our Central Data & Analytics Organization as a Data Modeler, where you'll play a crucial role in interpreting use case and transforming them into logical data models.
We’ll give you the opportunity to:
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Work in a highly motivated, global team of Data & Analytics enthusiasts.
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Play a crucial role in advancing the maturity of the Data Platform, contributing to delivery of analytical products and services offered by our department to the Vanderlande organization.
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Work within a cloud based architecture based on Data Mesh principle
Your responsibilities
In the role of Data Modeler, you will play a crucial role in interpreting use case factor maps and collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to gain insights into the organization's business structure and supporting applications. Your primary responsibility will be to translate this knowledge into a well-defined and logical data model. A model serves as a foundational element enabling the delivery of desired data products.
As a Data Modeler, your primary focus centers around being an integral part of a full stack team, with the potential to oversee and contribute to multiple full stack teams' responsibilities. In this role, you can easily transition between effectively conveying and communicating requirements to engineers, as well as efficiently understanding and receiving requirements from diverse stakeholders.
In this role, you:
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Interpret the story behind use case factor maps to understand the underlying business requirements and objectives.
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Contribute to the setup of factor maps for data solutions, fostering a structured and streamlined approach to our working processes.
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Conduct interviews with technical and business stakeholders to gather comprehensive knowledge about the business structure and supporting applications.
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Transform acquired knowledge into a logical data model that meets the business needs and use cases.
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Collaborate on the development of generic solutions, extending beyond business domain and development team boundaries.
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Identify and define data products, serving as essential data accessing points
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Review and approve mappings from source systems to data products, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
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Consult with ICT stakeholders to create mapping strategies for multiple source systems to effectively populate the data products.
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Provide detailed documentation of data products and logical models, enabling efficient implementation and maintenance.
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Having proficiency in utilizing Python, PySpark, and SQL for retrieving and manipulating data would be a valuable asset, but is no hard requirement
Your department
The Central Data & Analytics department is tasked with extending, operating and further maturing the data platform of Vanderlande. We provide Data & Analytics related products and services to Vanderlande, primarily catering to internal customers, but supporting our digital service portfolio. Following a hub & spoke model, we establish centralized standards that are then adopted and implemented by decentralized teams within the business.
At the heart of our efforts lies the Data Platform, the core product we are diligently enhancing. This Azure cloud enabled platform based on the Data Mesh principle empowers us to deliver valuable Data Products by transforming, processing, combining, and enriching data from various source systems, ultimately creating a reliable source of truth for our customers. To enable efficient data analysis and visualization, we actively govern, and maintain the Vanderlande Qlik Servers and Power BI Premium capacity. In addition, we provide templates, establish a clear workflow, and foster a community of experts.
Our work centers around our Federated Governance model, with the Central Data & Analytics Organization as the hub serving the spokes. Our scope encompasses Data Governance, Platform Operations, Core Platform Development, and Full stack Development. The technologies we use span across the Azure stack and Databricks ecosystem, ensuring seamless integration and optimal utilization of resources. By utilizing advanced analytics techniques and the latest technology, our focus on innovation empowers us to continuously improve and innovate the Data Platform.
Operating as a scaled Agile organization, we embrace the SAFe Agile framework and work collaboratively across different teams, all united by a common backlog and shared roadmap. This approach allows us to be highly adaptable, continuously adjusting to the evolving strategic needs of stakeholders within Vanderlande.
Your qualifications and skills
If you’re an experienced, enthusiastic and versatile Data Modeler, you will bring:
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Minimum bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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3+ years in data modeling and mapping, with a solid understanding of logical data models.
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Knowledge of agile concepts / way of working.
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Strong analytical capabilities
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Proficient in abstract thinking, enabling the creation of conceptual models
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Skilled in translating insights gathered from interviews into well-defined conceptual and logical models
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Demonstrates a strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
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An open and clear way of communicating.
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Understanding of UML or ArchiMate is a plus.
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Understanding of databases / SQL is a plus.
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Understanding Data Mesh principles is a plus.
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Coding experience in Python and Pyspark is a plus.
What we offer
Please note: working conditions differ per country. The conditions in this vacancy are applicable to the Netherlands.
In this challenging and responsible position, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of opportunities for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.
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On top of your fixed salary, you will receive the following secondary benefits:
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40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
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Flexible working hours.
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A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
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Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
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Working from home allowance.
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Collective pension scheme and discount on health insurance.
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On-site company health centers with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
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Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
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A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
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And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.
Our company
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market, for main players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, such as Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.
If you aspire to a position of responsibility – and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers and businesses – then the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be connected to our dedicated people, build strong relationships and rise to the challenge of industry-leading projects.
You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfil your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools and support, so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries.
To achieve our collective goals, you will have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins…
Your application
If the role of Data Modeler appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter.