Business Data Strategist

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Job Profile Title:

Business Data Strategist

Job Code:

12452

Business_Title

Business Data Strategist

Profile Title:

12452 Business Data Strategist

Grade / Band:

IC4

FLSA Status:

Exempt

The Business Data Strategist serves as a critical resource in the design, integration, and management of the organization's data assets. By blending data engineering and modeling expertise, this role ensures that data pipelines, architectures, and models align with business objectives. The strategist collaborates closely with the analytics teams, business stakeholders, and technical teams to enable robust, reliable, and actionable insights that drive revenue optimization and strategic decision-making.

Design, build, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines to support analytics and business applications.

Develop, implement, and maintain data models that align with business logic and analytics requirements.

Drives actionable insights to optimize revenue strategies and financial performance.

Create and optimize semantic layers for revenue management tools and analytics platforms.

Create and maintain data pipelines and orchestration processes to consolidate data from multiple sources into accessible and usable structures.

Develop and enforce data governance practices, including standards, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Enforce data governance policies to maintain data security, quality, and compliance across systems.

Collaborate with data platform architects to ensure seamless integration of new data sources and technologies.

Enhance data accuracy and consistency by standardizing and normalizing data assets across systems.

Partner with analytics and product teams to understand and translate data requirements into technical designs and work with cross-functional teams to align data strategy with organizational goals, ensuring timely delivery of solutions.

Provide technical support and guidance to analytics teams, enabling them to leverage data effectively.

Conduct data validation and testing to identify and address issues proactively.

Document workflows, processes, and data assets to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuity.

Manage and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of data assets across systems.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data assets with organizational objectives and business needs.

Monitor and maintain data quality across platforms, resolving discrepancies and ensuring consistency.

Acts as a liaison between technical teams and business users, translating technical requirements into actionable business insights. Advocate for customer needs in data-related decisions and ensure alignment with revenue optimization goals.

Leverage advanced analytics and tools to identify opportunities for improving data utilization and quality. Support the implementation of adaptive pricing models, forecasting tools, and other revenue management initiatives.

Ensure data assets comply with all relevant regulations and internal security protocols. Collaborate with IT and data teams to address vulnerabilities and maintain data integrity.

Bridges technical and business perspectives, enabling seamless collaboration.

Establishes a scalable and adaptable framework for data asset management to meet future needs.

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.

Required

5+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Data engineering, data assets, governance frameworks, data modeling, or related roles.

Required

Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies.

Required

Strong knowledge of database architecture, data modeling techniques, and best practices.

Required

Expertise in Python, R, or other programming languages commonly used for data manipulation and analytics.

Required

Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and their integration with data platforms.

Required

Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize data workflows and pipelines.

Required

Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with a detail-oriented mindset.

Required

Strong communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Required

Experience with hospitality and revenue management systems (e.g., Opera, LMS, ACRC, Passkey) preferred.

Required

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices.

Required

Expertise in data visualization, standardization, and analytic techniques to identify actionable insights. Proficiency with tools and technologies supporting data integration, governance, and quality assurance.

Required

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.

Required

Proven track record of driving business performance through operational insights and analytics.

Required

Previous experience leading teams or managing projects.

Required

Advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, engineering, operations research or other related technical field.

Required

Previous experience working in a similar integrated resort setting or data engineering team.

Required

Proficiency with data integration tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, or similar) and databases (e.g., SQL, Snowflake, or Databricks).

Preferred

Must have extensive experience in product management or product ownership roles, as well as a strong understanding of revenue management tools and pricing strategies. Must also have the ability to translate business objectives into actionable product strategies.

Experience/ability to perform processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of imperfect data used for analysis; able to identify various data structures and standardize methods in data transformations.

Able to make valid assumptions in working with imperfect data to focus on execution.

Credibility in acting as a thought leader and architect in applying appropriate analytical approach to capturing underlying business opportunity.

Must be able to prioritize applied business application of analytics as opposed to theoretical approach.

Ability to generate visualizations and translate key insights, implications, and findings to non-technical audiences to drive adoption.

Must balance multiple, shifting and sometimes conflicting priorities with proper attitude; and must meet established deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

Ability to self-manage while consistently exercising good judgment and maturity.

Ability to appropriately manage confidential departmental and corporate information.

Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced environment managing multiple projects and personnel simultaneously.

Must possess ability to prioritize conflicting duties and maintain timeline integrity for projects and tasks.

Must possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate ability to resolve all situations in a professional manner.

Must have excellent written, verbal and public presentation communication skills.  Must be able to produce memos and executive summaries.

Must have initiative and strive for continuous improvement.  Proven ability to participate in implementing innovative ideas, projects and business solutions.

Ability to anticipate situations, tools needed, and obstacles through critical thinking and review of business performance.

Must have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.

Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance, adhering to MGM Resorts International standards.

Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays where needed.

Excellent customer service skills.

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Clear speech - simple

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Clear speech - complex

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Climbing

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Distant vision

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Driving

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Flexibility - upper body

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Flexibility - lower body

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Lifting __pounds

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10 -15lbs

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Standing - 5 hours minimum

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Walking

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Communication - verbal

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Confined area

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Contacts - works alone

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Contacts - works around others

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Contacts - works with others

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Exposure to dust / dirt

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Exposure to fumes / odors

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Extreme cold

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Fast pace

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Hazardous conditions - chemicals

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Hazardous conditions - high structures

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Hazardous conditions - high voltage

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Indoors

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Noise levels - low to moderate

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Noise levels - high

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Office conditions

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Outdoors

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Analytical

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Clerical

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Comprehension

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Customer service

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Decision making

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High pressure

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Long hours

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Math skills - advance

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Math skills - basic

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Organization

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Reading - simple

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Repetition

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Tight deadlines

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Writing - simple

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