Data Analytics Scientist

JACKSONVILLE, US, FL • ********@*****.*** • 651-***-****

TAIWO SOKUMBI

Manager, Data Informatics

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Manager of Data Informatics with over 20 years of experience in data analytics and stakeholder management. Proficient in SQL, Python, and Agile methodologies, demonstrating a visionary approach to leading complex projects, optimizing processes, and fostering productive partnerships with both onsite and offshore teams. Adept at leveraging business analysis and user acceptance testing (UAT) expertise to drive data-driven decisions and promote continuous improvement.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

MANAGER, DATA INFORMATICSFeb 2018 - Present

VOYA

Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders to align data analysis with business objectives and deliver impactful insights.

Delivered actionable insights through advanced data analysis, significantly enhancing customer segmentation accuracy.

Presented clear and concise analytics findings to stakeholders, aiding strategic decision-making.

Identified and resolved data discrepancies to uphold data integrity and reliability.

Analyzed complex datasets to provide business insights aligned with core metrics and goals.

LEAD DATA CONSULTANTAug 2016 - Feb 2018

VOYA

Acted as the data expert for annuity contracts and life insurance policies, collaborating with stakeholders to develop comprehensive process flows and business rules.

Facilitated the adoption of SAFe Agile methodology, guiding the team in transitioning from Waterfall practices.

Conducted thorough business rule analysis, validation, and documentation.

Communicated detailed requirements to business partners and technical teams.

Supported sprint planning and retrospectives to meet deliverable timelines.

Coordinated with offshore development teams to ensure project milestones were met.

SR. BUSINESS ANALYSTMar 2016 - Jun 2016

Caribou Coffee

Acted as liaison between business stakeholders and development teams for mobile app enhancements, including loyalty program integrations.

Elicited and documented functional/non-functional requirements, aligning them with business needs.

Analyzed current systems and proposed optimization strategies.

Created test plans and conducted UAT to ensure successful feature implementation.

Collaborated with QA teams to perform regression testing and supported release demos.

Managed content using CMS platforms and mapped data for system integration.

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST/PRODUCT OWNER, PEST SERVICE APPLICATION FOR THE UKJun 2015 - Feb 2016

ECOLAB

Managed Agile-based projects, defining scope and overseeing documentation and process improvement.

Implemented ATDD standards, facilitating consistent understanding of requirements and testing.

Created and managed epic stories in JIRA, aligning project efforts with business objectives.

Led data mapping and process analysis, contributing to improved reporting capabilities.

Coordinated with QA teams for regression testing and sprint reviews

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST/PRODUCT OWNER, WEDDING REGISTRY/WISH LISTSFeb 2014 - May 2015

Best Buy Corporate

Documented processes and designed system frameworks to support the development of new eCommerce platforms.

Conducted business analysis to identify opportunities and optimize online sales strategies.

Mapped processes and data using Visio and Azure, developing detailed reports with SQL.

Managed product life cycle documentation in SharePoint.

LEAD BUSINESS ANALYSTMar 2010 - Dec 2013

United Bank of London

Led multiple business units to integrate various systems into a single platform, supporting global banking operations.

Facilitated data requirements gathering and analysis to enhance reporting and business intelligence.

Adopted SAFe Agile methodologies to streamline project management.

Created detailed process maps and data models, ensuring seamless project documentation

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYSTJun 2009 - Aug 2010

Alliance One, Inc.

Trained and mentored junior analysts, standardizing requirements-gathering practices.

Developed templates for business documentation, enhancing efficiency and clarity.

Led process mapping and data analysis using Visio and Azure

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST PROFESSIONALJun 2008 - Jul 2009

Magenic Technology

Gathered and analyzed business requirements to enhance online service capabilities.

Mapped processes and coordinated with teams for smooth process execution.

BUSINESS OPERATIONS ANALYSTFeb 2007 - Jun 2008

Accenture Technology Solutions

Managed daily reporting and customer requests for software engineering projects.

Conducted ETL data mapping and analysis, supporting data migration projects

SOFTWARE ENGINEERJun 2004 - Jan 2007

Okisystem, Inc.

Led data modeling, conversion, and archiving efforts to support software projects.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Metro State University

COURSES

TERADATA CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL, V2R5

Teradata

SKILLS

Technical Expertise: SQL, Python, Tableau, Databricks, SSIS, SSRS, ETL, Java, C++, C#, HTML

Data Analytics & Reporting: Business Process Analysis, Data Mapping, Advanced Data Analysis

Project Management: Agile/Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall, Project Planning

Collaboration & Leadership: Stakeholder Engagement, Offshore Team Coordination, Mentorship

Tools: JIRA, SharePoint, Visio, Azure, CMS platforms

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EXPERTISE

Certified Sr Agile PO/PM • Requirements Gathering/Analysis • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) • Software Development • Customer-centric/Design solution • Acceptance Test-driven Development (ATDD) • Project Planning • Project Management • Financial Services Industry • Customer/User Service • Development & Deployments • Data Mapping/Reporting • Process Mapping • Data analysis/Analytics • ITIL • Defect/Risk Management

METHODOLOGIES

Agile/Scrum • Waterfall • SDCL • RUP/RAD • AI

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Sybase • MS Access • Oracle OBIEE MySQL • MicroStrategy 7 & 9 • Visio • AZURE • QlikView • Crystal Reports • Tableau • Databricks • Informatica • SSIS/SSRS/SSAS • Cognos • Teradata V12 • Java • Business Object XIR2 • MS Office • VB.NET • C++/C# • HTML • SQL • Python

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