Barry Dakers
About Barry Dakers
Barry Dakers is a Senior Data Analyst at Pachyderm Inc., specializing in pharmaceutical project portfolio planning and metrics reporting. He has over 15 years of experience in various roles, including project planning and IT support, and holds a Master of Engineering degree from Loughborough University.
Work at Pachyderm
Barry Dakers has been employed at Pachyderm Inc. as a Senior Data Analyst since 2021. In this role, he specializes in pharmaceutical project portfolio planning, focusing on metrics reporting for senior leadership. His responsibilities include analyzing data to support decision-making processes and enhancing project management practices within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Pachyderm, Barry Dakers worked at Fillpack Ltd as a Project Planner from 2014 to 2021. His role involved overseeing project timelines and ensuring that deliverables met specified requirements. Prior to Fillpack, he served as IT Support at Capita from 2002 to 2006, where he provided technical assistance and support for IT-related issues. Barry also worked as a CAE Technician at GE for one year from 1999 to 2000.
Education and Expertise
Barry Dakers studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in mechanical engineering from 1997 to 2002. His educational background in mechanical engineering has provided a strong foundation for his transition into data analysis and project planning, allowing him to apply engineering principles to his current work.
Specialization in Pharmaceutical Project Planning
Barry Dakers specializes in pharmaceutical project portfolio planning, emphasizing metrics reporting for senior leadership. He has experience in creating and maintaining project management metrics specifically for GlaxoSmithKline, which involves tracking project performance and providing insights to improve project outcomes.
Career Transition
Barry Dakers transitioned from a background in mechanical engineering to a career in data analysis and project planning. This shift has allowed him to leverage his analytical skills and engineering knowledge in the field of data analysis, contributing to his effectiveness in project management roles.