Senior Director, Data Strategy Lead

Senior Director, Data Strategy Lead

The Senior Director, Data Strategy Lead is responsible for defining and executing the North America Operating Unit (NAOU) Data Strategy to enable business growth and operational excellence. This role ensures data is effectively leveraged across the OU and system, partnering closely with DTS to align technology, architecture, and governance. The position drives consistency, quality, and accessibility of data to support advanced analytics, AI initiatives, and decision-making.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive data strategy aligned to business priorities and enterprise standards.
• Ensure integration with global data frameworks and governance models.

• Collaborate with DTS teams to align on technology platforms, architecture, and data governance.
• Influence decisions on data enablement and ensure seamless execution across systems.
• Ensure business priorities and problems to solve are clearly articulated to DTS to inform strategy and execution.

• Drive initiatives that improve data quality, accessibility, and usability across the OU.
• Ensure data foundations support advanced analytics and AI use cases.

• Champion adherence to enterprise data policies, privacy, and security standards.
• Monitor compliance and mitigate risks related to data management.

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on data-related priorities.
• Communicate strategy, progress, and impact clearly to senior stakeholders.

• 10+ years in data strategy, governance, or digital transformation roles.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree required;
  Advanced degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, governance, and enterprise platforms.
• Proven ability to partner with IT and business teams in large, matrixed organizations.
• Experience enabling analytics and AI through robust data foundations.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

• Iconic & Innovative Brands:
  You'll have the opportunity to work with over 20 different billion-dollar brands such as Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Powerade, and more.
• Creative Team Culture:
  Be inspired by the best brand leaders and agencies in the world, fostering a creative culture that supports taking risks and innovation.
• Global Exposure to World Class Leaders:
  You'll have access to global marketing leaders that will expand your network and expose you to emerging digital platforms and marketing insights.