Business Intelligence Senior Manager

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Data Intelligence & Science

Business Intelligence Sr Manager

Sr Manager - Non People LeaderHybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

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Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $122,600.00 - $204,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

This is a rare blend of strategic and hands-on. you’ll partner directly with senior business leaders to shape data strategy while personally owning the end-to-end build of the solution, whether that’s a dashboard, a lightweight app, an automation, or a full data product.

Act as a senior individual contributor serving as trusted strategic advisor to executives and customers, driving business transformation through AI-powered analytics solutions and strategic data products. Own end-to-end product development from market research through delivery and adoption, leveraging Cox Fleet's unique first and 3rd party data to create monetizable industry benchmarks and competitive advantage. Work independently with senior stakeholders to enable organizational divide-and-conquer execution.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Own strategic data products end-to-end from market research and competitive analysis through technical architecture, delivery, and customer adoption

• Design and build AI-powered products that transform Cox Fleet and customer operations; leverage AI as core product capability to deliver differentiated solutions

• Work independently with internal/external customers and executives; conduct customer discovery, gather requirements, and inspire decision-makers to adopt bold strategies without requiring direct management oversight

• Collaborate with Data Solutions leadership and CADS/CAPTG teams to define product roadmaps, prioritization frameworks, and strategic direction; influence technical architecture decisions with enterprise-wide impact

• Rapidly context-switch across strategic data products, automation solutions, AI implementations, and operational reporting—each requiring different technical stacks and stakeholder management approaches

• Mentor Managers and Senior Analysts on product thinking, customer engagement, technical architecture, and professional development; model owner mindset and business expertise

Who You Are 

Required Experience & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline (e.g., Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, etc.) and 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Master's degree and 6+ years, or PhD and 3+ years, or 12+ years total experience)

• Expert SQL and data manipulation; strong proficiency with Tableau (preferred) or similar BI platforms; experience with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure)

• Python proficiency for data processing and automation; understanding of AI/ML concepts including model evaluation, feature engineering, and production deployment

• 5+ years strategic-level analytics consulting working directly with senior stakeholders/executives to define initiatives and drive decision-making

• Proven track record delivering products that create measurable business value; experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, and customer discovery to inform product strategy

• Exceptional communication skills across technical and business audiences; ability to create compelling executive presentations and translate complex analyses into clear narratives that influence decision-making

• Comfort working independently with customers and executives without direct management oversight—ability to represent organization with credibility in senior forums

• Ability to manage complex multi-workstream projects with competing priorities; adaptability to rapidly changing business needs while maintaining quality and strategic focus

Preferred Experience

• Automotive/fleet management experience

• Experience with upply/demand matching algorithms or optimization problems; monetizable data products or industry benchmarks; mobile workforce or field service operations

• Experience creating AI-powered analytics products in production environments.

Core Competencies (Advanced Level)

• Drive for Results: High standards and self-excellence; takes ownership of complex enterprise-wide initiatives with urgency while maintaining strategic perspective

• Customer Focus: Acts as trusted advisor; anticipates customer needs and shapes product strategy; balances immediate requests with long-term vision

• Analytical Thinking: Applies sophisticated techniques to ambiguous problems; designs methodologies leverageable across use cases; identifies patterns others miss

• Business Acumen: Deep industry understanding; links technical solutions to business outcomes; articulates ROI and strategic positioning; identifies revenue opportunities

• Consulting & Influence: Engages C-suite stakeholders; shapes thinking and inspires bold strategies; builds consensus across competing priorities; drives organizational change

• Innovation & Technology Leadership: Stays current on emerging technologies; implements cutting-edge solutions that create competitive advantage; influences enterprise architecture

• Multi-Domain Expertise: Operates across strategic analytics, product development, AI implementation, and automation; applies appropriate frameworks while maintaining cohesive vision

What’s In It For You 

Here’s a sneak peek of the benefits at your disposal as a Cox employee:​

• A competitive salary and top-notch bonus/incentive plans. ​

• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies and accommodating work schedules. ​

• Comprehensive healthcare, with multiple options for individuals and families. ​

• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match. ​

• Mental health support, including counseling and access to virtual wellness resources such as CALM.

• Access to Care.com, with up to 10 days of subsidized care for children, seniors and pets.

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Check out all our benefits. ​

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.