P&C IT Pricing Analytics Manager

Company: USAA
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: October 18, 2020

Job Description:

Purpose of JobWe are seeking a talented P&C IT Pricing Analytics Manager for our San Antonio, TX facility.

The P&C IT Pricing Analytics Manager is responsible for leading a team of IT professionals in the modernization of P&C s pricing platform. The leader will be accountable for acquiring data from new core systems/external data sources, integrating the data into a vendor product, and building data assets for business consumption. Technologies to be leveraged include Guidewire, AWS and the Snowflake cloud data platform. The IT Pricing Analytics leader will collaborate closely with business partners in the Actuary Pricing and Product Analytics organization, advising on technology solutions while partnering to deliver on expected outcomes.

Manager Senior, IT manages one or more analytical, business or technical support activities. Authorizes and influences the development and delivery of business solutions that enable optimal business performance. Provides and is accountable for technical leadership in the plan, design, development, testing, implementation, or maintenance of business solutions. Leads and directs change management, process improvement, or technical support initiatives. Provides direction and analytical support and directs business plan development to execute initiatives. Advises senior management and provides high level consulting. This position is typically responsible for managing a team of employees engaged in one functional activity.Job RequirementsABOUT USAAUSAA knows what it means to serve. We facilitate the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. This singular mission requires a dedication to innovative thinking at every level. In each of the past five years, we've been a top-40 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For , and we've ranked among Victory Media's Top 10 Military Friendly Employers 13 years straight. We embrace a robust veteran workforce and encourage veterans and veteran spouses to apply.
ABOUT USAA ITOur most important qualification isn't technical, it's human. Here, we don't just sit in front of a screen. We stand behind our 12 million members who rely on us every day.We are over 5,000 employees strong, a passionately supportive and collaborative team built on agile principles. We've been a top-two Computerworld 100 Best Places to Work in IT five years in a row and were recently named a Top 50 Employer for Minority Engineers & IT by Workforce Diversity Magazine.See what it's like to work for a company where your passion meets our purpose:

• HUMAN RESOURCES: First level people management responsibilities include hiring, termination, performance management and pay management.
• Provides formal and informal training and coaching to team in expected behaviors and activities.
• Monitors and tracks progression of unit goals and objectives.
• Directs quality work efforts, team assignments and problem resolution.
• DOMAIN: Operational Management (Day to Day): Accountable for the day to day operation of technical domain.
• Engages and involves all necessary USAA teams as appropriate.
• Regularly identifies, monitors and evaluates key metrics to ensure health and progress within respective domains.
• Anticipates and responds appropriately to new demands, priorities, challenges, or obstacles.
• Defines and articulates a clear role and direction for own work unit, consistent with the organization s mission, strategy and direction.
• Collaborates with executives and/or senior directors with defining organizational goals and strategic plans.
• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Each manager is expected to manage and forecast unit level expenses which may include department allocations, Product/Component, 3rd Party, project/program, software and vendor expenses.
• CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Effectively manages relationships with customer and supporting teams during execution of unit responsibilities.
• Communicates appropriately with teams, customers, and peers through all communication channels.
• Follows up on critical issues in a timely manner.
• VENDOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Manages and leverages the relationship with 3rd Party vendors to ensure achievement of domain objectives.
• May be responsible for vendor management activities including service agreements, staff augmentation and technology contracts.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree required, or 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required in lieu of a degree.
  • 8 or more years of experience in a business, analytical or technology support function to include 3 or more years as a team lead or manager in a relevant business function or technology environment.*Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level*When you apply for this position, you will be required to answer some initial questions. This will take approximately 5 minutes. Once you begin the questions you will not be able to finish them at a later time and you will not able to change your responses.PREFERRED
    • 3+ years data engineering experience integrating large volume data and vendor solutions into a large-scale insurance platform
    • 2+ years experience with insurance product pricing modeling
    • 2+ years experience leveraging cloud-based technologies to deliver value-add analytical solutions
    • Strong project/program delivery experience in an agile environment
    • Demonstrated ability to build strong, effective customer relationshipThe above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits package in the business, including a flexible business casual or casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.USAA also offers a variety of on-site services and conveniences to help you manage your work and personal life, including seven cafeterias, two company stores and three fitness centers.Relocation assistance is available for this position.For Internal Candidates:Must complete 12 months in current position (from date of hire or date of placement), or must have manager s approval prior to posting.Last day for internal candidates to apply to the opening is 10/05/20 by 11:59 pm CST time. Associated topics: chief program officer, cpo, manage, manager, management, monitor, product manager, project manager, relationship manager, task

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