Data Management Engineer

Meet Sievo

We are Sievo – a fast-growing Software-as-a-Service company from Finland. Our unique superpower is called procurement analytics. We are the global leaders in our space and help the largest companies in the world to understand their procurement data, make data-driven decisions, reduce emissions, drive supply chain resilience, and beyond! Each year, we process over 2% of the world’s total spend. Pretty cool, right?

At Sievo, we’re powered by smart and kind people from all over the world. Our 400+ Sievonians are based in Helsinki, Chicago, Bucharest and London.

About the role

We are now looking for a Data Management Engineer to join our cross-functional Data Management team in Helsinki, to build best possible Procurement Analytics for the world’s largest organizations.

Data Management team’s core responsibility is to enable Sievo clients making most out of their procurement data assets. We take charge of managing and enriching our client's data, enabling their organizations to achieve various business goals through data utilization. These goals include enhancing supplier relationship management, optimizing costs, implementing strategic sourcing practices, promoting sustainability initiatives, and more. By effectively managing and leveraging procurement data, we support our clients in driving their business objectives forward.

As our Data Management Engineer, you will:

• Translate Sievo customers’ procurement analytics needs into sustainable technical solutions

• Drive internal and (cross) customer development projects to improve efficiency we provide the service as well as within the data management function as a whole

• Drive issues from investigation to decision and execution by turning insights into clear, actionable plans (scope, prioritization, owners, timelines, next steps).

• Act as a subject matter expert in client consultations, providing valuable insights and guidance

• Identify user needs, whether they're from our customers or internal stakeholders, in relation to data management

• Work closely with our product and modernization teams to develop and implement effective solutions company-wide

• Roll up your sleeves and dive into SQL databases, and other Sievo application tools as well as gaining deep understanding of our AI Algorithms

• Provide senior-level guidance, training and mentoring to data management colleagues in global team level

• Develop and maintain data management documentation and best practices.

What typically serves as a good starting point for the role?

• Strong technical acumen, proven problem-solving skills

• Experience in b2b customer facing work (e.g. IT customer support, consulting, etc.)

• Genuine interest in troubleshooting and finding creative solutions

• Strong prioritization and execution mindset: can define scope, success criteria, and next steps to move from analysis to delivery.

• Understanding of data modelling and querying principles (SQL)

• Ability to recognize and drive internal development

• Cross functional and cultural collaboration skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Bonus points for:

• Experience with data visualization and analytics, e.g. QlikSense

• Project management experience

• Understanding of procurement concepts, such as category management helps you to settle into this role

• Languages skills such as French or German

What we offer:

• A set of cool global clients to work with. Yes - the ones you read about in business & management books. The ones with the largest amounts of data

• Continuous learning and development opportunities

• We've got awesome perks including extensive healthcare, phone plan, home internet connection, referral bonus, and many more

• One of the coolest offices in the heart of Helsinki – or if you prefer, a flexible hybrid working mode. We also provide all essential tools to work remotely

• Freedom and responsibility. We are looking for people who yearn for this freedom, can make the most out of it and are willing to take on the responsibility

• Possibility to work with an international group of great people with diverse backgrounds

The starting salary for the role is around 3600 €/month depending on previous experience and interview performance.

How to apply

We would love to hear from you!

Please send us your application, CV, and any relevant projects. We would love to learn about your strengths and what excites you about this opportunity. We will review applications as they come in. The position will be filled as soon as we find the right candidate. For more information or questions, contact us at antti.jarvi@sievo.com

At Sievo, we celebrate and support differences and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and included. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against any individual in hiring or employment based on gender, gender identity or expression, age, ethnic or national origin, nationality, language, religion or belief, opinion, disability, state of health, sexual orientation, or other personal reasons.

Studies indicate that women are more hesitant to apply for a job and tend to feel their qualifications do not align perfectly with the role. If you're interested in the position and believe that you have the potential to excel in it, we encourage you to apply.