Following a very successful pilot in conjunction with Newcastle University’s Data Innovation Centre, LKQ is recruiting a Program Manager to join the European Big Data/Machine Learning team based out of Newcastle with European travel.
What is the Big Data Program Manager?
- Join a new team to exploit the latest data techniques and technology in business
- Provide input and feedback to the team based across different cultures and countries
- Work proactively with business stakeholders across Europe and with third parties
For the position of Program Manager, we are looking for an exceptional individual who understands data, cloud computing and machine learning who wants a career in project management. You will be result driven and will actively contribute to successful delivery of the project.
Big Data Program Manager Role
A motivated and enthusiastic Data Scientist/Technologist/Mathematician with an understanding of data, technology and project management.
Skills, Experience and Educational requirements are:
- A highly motivated committed individual who wants to learn, deliver, grow and succeed
- Knowledge of software, hardware and cloud computing
- An understanding of/willingness to learn the planning, coordinating, managing and documenting projects
- Proficiency in general IT work packages such as MS Office Suite
- Strong written, presentation, communication skills and can articulate complex solutions.
- A positive attitude, an inclusive approach to building partnerships and well organised in a fast-moving technological environment.
- The ability and willingness to travel across Europe
- A BSc/MSc/PhD in Data Science/Computer Science/Maths & Statistics/Technology
NOTE: we may be prepared to work with the right individual while they finish their education
What we offer
- The opportunity to join and contribute to a very exciting team at its early stage
- The opportunity to work with Google and our technology partners
- The opportunity for European travel
- The opportunity for ongoing learning and education in project management
- A very competitive salary
Salary
£27,500 -£32,000 plus benefits
Who are LKQ
LKQ are the worlds leading distributor of car parts, with operations in North America, Europe and the Far East. LKQ Europe has a turnover of c. €6.5 billion and operates across 23 countries, leading brands include Euro Car Parts (UK), Stahl Gruber (D), Rhiag (I) and Sator (NL). To maintain LKQ’s world leading position they are investing in leading edge technologies across distribution, data analytics and machine learning. The Big Data team, who lead analytics and ML are now rolling out the capability across Europe and growing the team to 20, and have agreed a partnership deal with Google to support machine learning.
Contact Details: Alan.Timothy@Eurocarparts.com