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Gabriela Cruz Fallas

Data Manager
San Isidro,Heredia

Summary

Skilled bilingual Data Manager with experience in Business Intelligence, Business and Data Analytics with 8+ years of experience in metric reporting and handling confidential information; committed to addressing customer concerns with speed, accuracy, and professionalism. Offering a record of successful job performance, proven problem-solving ability, great research and analytical skills, MS proficient, PBI and Tableau skills, proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in developing and implementing innovative solutions. Valid US Visa and willing to travel.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work History

HR Data manager

Avatar Communications
2 2022 - 6 2024
  • Implemented strategies for data storage, archival, and retrieval
  • Created and documented data processes and data-related policies
  • Executed data integration and migration projects
  • Worked with IT teams to address technical issues, implement updates, and optimize data storage and retrieval
  • Collaborated with vendors for data-related tools and services, ensuring compatibility with the organization's systems
  • Partnered with stakeholders to generate insights through data analysis and prepared comprehensive reports
  • Performed data profiling to identify anomalies
  • Tracked project progress and performance
  • Streamlined HR reporting process by automating data extraction, analysis, and presentation tasks.
  • Drove the implementation of HR technology solutions to optimize data management, reporting capabilities, and overall departmental efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate HR analytics into broader business intelligence efforts.
  • Enhanced HR data accuracy by implementing data validation processes and reviewing entries for consistency.
  • Supported HR team decision-making with consistent production of detailed analytical reports on various aspects of workforce management.
  • Reduced time spent on manual tasks by designing user-friendly dashboards for real-time access to critical HR metrics.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Documented effective and replicable methods for extracting data and organizing data sources.
  • Extracted and interpreted data patterns to translate findings into actionable outcomes.
  • Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
  • Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
  • Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
  • Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.
  • Optimized data access and storage to improve performance of analytics systems.
  • Helped solve diverse program problems with in-depth analysis.
  • Recommended process improvements to continually identify, analyze and fix constraints and challenges.

Accomplishments and Skills:

  • Got hired as a BI Analyst and got promoted to Data Manager after a three-month trial period and was assigned to help and lead different projects
  • Optimized database performance with regular maintenance, updates, and optimizations.
  • Streamlined data management workflows for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
  • Conducted thorough audits of existing databases, identifying areas for improvement and addressing discrepancies as needed.
  • Provided guidance on regulatory compliance matters related to data storage, usage, and disposal.
  • Trained team members in best practices for data handling, improving overall productivity and data integrity.
  • Enhanced data accuracy by implementing robust data validation and quality control processes.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to automate repetitive tasks, freeing up staff time for more value-added activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements and ensure proper integration within the system.
  • Established consistent naming conventions and metadata standards for improved organization and searchability of data resources.
  • Devised and implemented reliable data management procedures to enable usability and security of company data.
  • Successfully implemented Bamboo HR, KornFerry, and MyIntelli
  • Helped create Overall Labor Effectiveness (OLE) KPIs
  • Developed dashboards for upper management and stakeholders

Reason for leaving:

  • Seeking a fully remote, hybrid, or Heredia-based job


Business Intelligence/ Data Analyst

CMA GBS Costa Rica
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Reviewed and validated data to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Used and developed data collection processes
  • Gathered end-user reporting and dashboard requirements
  • Developed dashboards and created reports
  • Communicated insights to senior management and stakeholders
  • Created reporting tools for automation of calculations, filtering, and visualization
  • Delivered MS Excel training to new hires and employees

Accomplishments and Skills:

  • Created a dashboard tool for senior management to visualize trends
  • Helped establish the BI Department and created all reports, databases, and tools from scratch
  • Documented and created flowcharts and process maps
  • Trained in scrum methodology
  • Exceeded expectations in yearly performance evaluations

Reason for leaving:

  • Company moved operations to India

Data Analyst

Academy Mortgage
09.2015 - 11.2017
  • Analyzed data and translated datasets into actionable business results
  • Created and presented metric reports to top management
  • Developed tools and identified new metrics
  • Contributed ideas to improve operations performance
  • Assisted QC with the creation of evaluation forms and tools

Accomplishments and Skills:

  • Created a dashboard tool for new hire training and nesting
  • Recognized as the top performer in the department
  • Promoted to Shipping Specialist and then to Senior Shipping Specialist
  • Developed a new QA form and metric dashboard for management

Reason for leaving:

  • Company moved operations back to the US

Education

Tech Degree in Project Management -

Universidad para la Cooperación Internacional
07.2023 - 05.2024

Tech Degree in Data Analytics - undefined

Universidad Hispanoamericana
01.2021 - 05.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

Trenton Central High School
Trenton, New Jersey
09.1998 - 05.2022

Skills

Bilingual

Fast learner

Management experience

Analytical Thinking

Reliability

Problem-solving abilities

Continuous Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Proficient in SQL, MySQL, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, DOMO,

Power BI, Excel (Power Pivot, Power Query) and Tableau,

Adapt to change easily

People skills, able to multitask, individual contributor as well as a team player, can handle work under pressure, responsible, organized, proactive, detail oriented, good time management skills, honest and punctual

Languages

English
Spanish

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Tech Degree in Project Management -

Universidad para la Cooperación Internacional
07.2023 - 05.2024

Tech Degree in Data Analytics - undefined

Universidad Hispanoamericana
01.2021 - 05.2022

Business Intelligence/ Data Analyst

CMA GBS Costa Rica
01.2018 - 09.2021

Data Analyst

Academy Mortgage
09.2015 - 11.2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Trenton Central High School
09.1998 - 05.2022

HR Data manager

Avatar Communications
2 2022 - 6 2024
Gabriela Cruz FallasData Manager