Coherent Corp. is the global leader in photonics designing and manufacturing advanced laser optical and material technologies used by customers worldwide across industrial communications electronics and instrumentation markets.
With a broad global footprint and deep engineering capability we combine advanced manufacturing applied innovation and customer collaboration to deliver high-performance solutions that enable critical technologies and solve complex real-world challenges.
About Coherent in Scotland:
Coherent Corp. Scotland is a key hub for laser and ultrafast laser technology specialising in the development manufacturing and lifecycle support of advanced laser systems for demanding industrial and scientific applications with teams leveraging deep engineering expertise and close integration across our global network to work end-to-endfrom design and build through to testing and customer deploymentdelivering high-performance reliable laser solutions with real-world impact.
Location: Glasgow Hybrid (3-days a week onsite) Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Manager Data Analytics provides strategic and operational leadership across business intelligence analytics and emerging digital intelligence initiatives. This role defines and delivers the vision for data-driven decision-making ensuring robust technical foundations measurable business value and high adoption across the organisation.
Leading a mutidisciplinary team of engineers developers analysts and enablement specialists the Senior Manager builds an ecosystem that connects data technology and people transforming business intelligence from operational reporting to strategic insight and laying the groundwork for future AI and Manufacturing Intelligence capabilities.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.
Leadership & Strategy
- Define and implement the enterprise BI and analytics strategy in alignment with organisational goals.
- Translate business priorities into a coherent roadmap for data analytics and enablement.
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional team fostering collaboration accountability and innovation.
- Champion the evolution toward automation AI-assisted analytics and predictive insight.
Governance & Platform Oversight
- Oversee BI platform management including governance access and lifecycle processes.
- Establish and maintain standards for data modelling visualisation and deployment.
- Ensure security compliance and scalability in collaboration with IT data architecture and governance functions.
- Promote reuse and consistency through curated data assets and standardised development practices.
Delivery & Enablement
- Drive delivery of enterprise dashboards data products and insight solutions that inform strategic and operational decisions.
- Promote self-service BI ensuring users have trusted well-governed data at their fingertips.
- Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritise high-value analytical opportunities.
- Oversee capability development training and community initiatives that strengthen data literacy and adoption.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate emerging technologies and digital trends to extend the value of BI and analytics.
- Lead initiatives that simplify data access accelerate reporting and enhance decision quality.
- Measure and report on BI adoption impact and performance against defined success metrics.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors degree in Data Analytics Computer Science Business Intelligence or related discipline.
- Demonstrable strong experience in analytics data management or digital transformation including team leadership.
- Proven track record delivering enterprise-scale BI or analytics solutions that drive business impact.
- Strong understanding of data architecture modelling and governance principles.
Preferred Additional Skills
- Experience managing large BI platforms and content lifecycle processes.
- Background in defining and executing analytics strategy or data transformation programmes.
- Familiarity with modern cloud data environments and integration with BI tools.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical and non-technical teams across business functions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills capable of influencing at senior levels.
- Interest in automation AI integration and the future of digital and manufacturing intelligence.
SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Demonstrated problem solving and work prioritisation skills.
- Ability to keep up to date with technology and apply to business strategic plan.
- Ability to achieve results independently or working with others.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with end-users management and staff.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities involving internal customer requests and demands.
- Ability to excel in a cross-organisational cross cultural global team environment.
- Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
- Set a high standard of ethics professionalism and competency.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions typical of a climate controlled and professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Scotland EHS standards.
QUALITY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
CULTURE COMMITMENT
Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:
Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work