Data Strategy & Business Enablement Analyst

About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after more than 155 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $91,000.00 - $121,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is responsibility for optimizing the value derived from the organization’s data assets and external data ecosystem.  The position assists in the development of strategic plans and associated artifacts to align technology investment with business objectives for multiple business lines, and supports the portfolio of projects necessary to achieve them.

Essential Functions

• Plan, prioritize, and lead the delivery of business projects and enterprise data initiatives

• Support the creation of a data-driven culture, related competencies and data literacy across the enterprise

• Help develop and enforce standards to drive consistency and ensure pipeline resilience, data security, and data quality

• Leverage internal and external relationships to improve service delivery and data capabilities

• Serve as a mentor to junior team members

• Develop and maintain artifacts to monitor the effectiveness of data strategy delivery (plans, roadmaps, assessment tools, dashboards, presentations, etc.)

• Actively monitor and measure the organization’s progression in data maturity using industry assessment models

• Perform research and monitor developments within the technology, data and banking industry

• Facilitate periodic reviews between stakeholders and vendors/ data solution providers

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Extensive knowledge and consistent utilization of data management and analytic processes

• Ability to plan and lead solution delivery using SDLC and project management methods

• Basic knowledge of the banking and financial services industry

• Basic knowledge of data security protocols, practices, and regulation

• Ability to perform work under minimal supervision

• Ability to handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.  Proactively identify and initiate action to remediate risks.

• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with less tenured workers, peers, and first-level leaders

• Ability to provide informal leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to team members (without direct reporting relationships in a matrix setting)

• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, data analytic/BI tools, and project delivery software

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or other STEM related degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

• 5+ years of related data strategy and/or business enablement experience required

**Level of role is determined by knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Data Strategy & Business Enablement Analyst III & Senior job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $91,000 to $121,000 annually.   This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time