Director of Data & Analytics

Job Summary

Director of Data & Analytics, will report to the CIO and is responsible for crafting and implementing Wayne‑Sanderson Farms' enterprise data strategy while establishing a centralized data and analytics organization. This role encompasses leadership over Master Data Management, data sourcing and consolidation across operational systems, enterprise reporting, and advanced analytics utilizing AI for strategic decision‑making. In close collaboration with departmental stakeholders like Finance, Sales, and Operations, the director ensures data integrity and provides insights that drive key business outcomes.

• Define and execute the enterprise data and analytics strategy, aligned with corporate objectives.
• Build and lead a high‑performing DnA team, including data engineers, analysts, data scientists, and governance specialists.
• Foster a data‑driven culture across the organization, promoting self‑service analytics and democratization of data.
• Serve as a senior thought partner to business leaders and present progress to the leadership team.
• Design and implement a centralized data warehouse to integrate data from all information technology systems, OT systems, and other external or 3rd party sources.
• Oversee the selection and deployment of modern data platforms (cloud‑based solutions, ETL tools, BI platforms).
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of data infrastructure.

• Establish data governance policies, standards, and processes to ensure data integrity, privacy, and compliance.
• Implement Master Data Management solutions to maintain consistent and accurate data across systems.
• Define and monitor data quality KPIs and enforce governance controls.

• Lead the development and rollout of enterprise reports and dashboards for all departments.
• Utilize AI and machine learning for predictive and prescriptive analytics, enabling proactive decision‑making and operational optimisation.
• Design and implement responsible AI frameworks, ensuring ethical use, bias mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with IT and business stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver solutions.
• Drive organisational change to adopt new tools and processes for data utilisation.
• Lead data literacy programmes, upskilling employees across departments on self‑service analytics tools and best practices.

• 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, and business intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of building and scaling enterprise data platforms and teams.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and applying predictive and prescriptive analytics in business contexts.

• Expertise in data architecture, ETL processes, data warehousing, and cloud technologies (Azure, Snowflake, Data Bricks, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) and data modelling.
• Familiarity with IoT/OT data integration and real‑time data streaming.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead organisational change and foster a data‑driven culture.
• This role is a Leader of People role and will manage a team with two or more full‑time employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to typical risks of injury in an office environment.
• Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct and all other policies.

• Follows all departmental and company safety policies and programs.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne‑Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, colour, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

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