In the past three years, Oldendorff has invested considerable effort in modernizing and enhancing its IT landscape to state-of-the-art standards. This progress paved the way for the creation of a Data and Analytics Department in October 2024. With motivated Data Analysts on board, the company is now looking to complement the analytics management team to further shape and strengthen the organizational and analytical framework — preparing the department to propel Oldendorff into the future.

Oldendorff is committed to leveraging data to reinforce its market leadership and to achieve its ambition of reaching carbon neutrality by 2050.

Join Oldendorff Carriers as Team Lead Analytics, take the lead of one of our two Analytics teams, and become instrumental in our journey towards empowering our Analytics Department to reach its full potential. Provide mentorship to the team by creating a supportive and collaborative atmosphere that encourages innovation and promotes a data-driven mindset across the organization.

In this role, you will:

• Elevate your Team: Lead and mentor a Team of seven Data Analysts working in Hamburg and Lübeck, encouraging a collaborative and innovative environment. Guide and support the team on their journey to become ready for the tasks and challenges in the future world of analytics.
• Shape our Analytics Landscape: Take a key-role in developing a comprehensive company-wide data foundation and reporting landscape.
• Drive Innovation: Collaborate with international, cross-functional teams to enhance our data capabilities.
• Provide Insights: Engage closely with all levels of management, to support operative and strategic decision-making and promote a data-centric mindset.
• Lead Projects: You will manage and oversee major and companywide analytics projects.
• Utilize Advanced Tools: Work with a state-of-the-art Software Stack including Azure Data Lake, Databricks with Unity Catalog, and Power BI.

We seek a passionate Team Lead for our Data Analysts who thrives in collaborative team environments and possess:

• Technical expertise in data analysis paired with a passion for innovative and pragmatic solutions.
• Genuine interest in understanding the business context and live our role as strategic business partner.
• Enthusiasm for tackling new challenges and organizing effectively.
• A solution-driven and proactive mindset.
• Dedication to stay up to date with developments in analytics and associated tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team of Data Analysts or having taken on a technical leadership role in analytics.
• Excellent communication skills
• English proficiency for daily communication in our diverse, global team.
• Expertise in what is essential for a modern and consistent analytics and reporting landscape, including data modeling.
• Profound knowledge in SQL and Python
• Experience in shipping or finance is advantageous but not required.
• Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Databricks is beneficial but not required.

The chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values Analytics for its future.

• An international and multicultural work environment.
• An active role in evolving our Analytics Organization and spreading a data-centric mindset.
• A young, dynamic, and motivated team.
• A modern workplace with state-of-the-art technology and resources.
• A supportive environment that encourages growth, learning, and collaboration.
• A variety of challenging projects
• Freedom to bring in your own ideas and innovate.
• A lived bottom-up culture where input for change and improvement is always welcome.
• Remote Working opportunities.

Apply now! Your application will of course be treated confidentially.

Your contact person is Gerrit (gerrit.walter@paltron.com).

We look forward to getting to know you!