Executive Director, Big Data & Analytics, Digital

Executive Director / VP – Data Products, Big Data & Analytics
Build the Data Foundation That Powers the Future of AI
Lead the Transformation. Shape the Future. Build a Global Competitive Advantage.

What People are saying about this company:
– “Great place to work! Work culture is fantastic! Top notch leadership team, Innovative and cutting-edge environment ”
– “Benefits are excellent”
– “Your growth is in your hands”

Title: Executive Director / VP – Data Products, Big Data & Analytics
Location: Detroit, MI or Stamford, CT – Hybrid
Salary: $240,000 – 300,000 + Bonus +LTI

Most data leadership roles focus on improving what already exists.
This opportunity is about creating what comes next.
A global technology-driven organization is making a major investment in data, analytics, AI, and digital transformation and is seeking an exceptional executive leader to define the vision, build the strategy, and lead the modernization of its entire data ecosystem.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a large-scale transformation from traditional data architectures to a modern Data Mesh and Data Product operating model while enabling the next generation of AI, advanced analytics, and business intelligence capabilities.
We’re looking for a leader who has successfully operated at the Executive Director or VP level within a large-scale global enterprise and understands how to align data strategy with business strategy.

The Opportunity
This role will serve as the executive leader responsible for shaping the future of data across a complex global business.
You will own the vision, roadmap, architecture, operating model, and transformation strategy that will determine how data is created, governed, shared, trusted, and leveraged across the enterprise.
You’ll partner directly with executive leadership to drive initiatives that will influence AI adoption, advanced analytics, digital products, operational excellence, and long-term business growth.
This is not simply a technology leadership role.
This is a business transformation leadership role enabled by data.

What You’ll Be Leading
• Enterprise-wide Data & Analytics Strategy
• Large-scale Data Modernization Initiatives
• Data Mesh Architecture Design & Implementation
• Data Product Operating Model Transformation
• AI & Advanced Analytics Enablement
• Cloud-Based Big Data Platforms
• Real-Time and Streaming Data Architectures
• Data Governance and Data Quality Programs
• Enterprise Analytics and Business Intelligence
• Global Data Engineering and Analytics Teams

Why Senior Leaders Are Interested In This Role
You’ll have the opportunity to:
• Create the long-term vision for one of the organization’s most strategic transformation initiatives
• Build a modern Data Mesh architecture from the ground up
• Lead enterprise-wide AI and analytics enablement initiatives
• Influence executive-level decisions across technology and business functions
• Scale and expand a global data organization
• Drive measurable business outcomes through data products and analytics
• Establish a world-class data platform capable of supporting future growth and innovation
• Leave a lasting impact on how a global organization uses data as a competitive advantage

The Type of Leader We’re Looking For
You are likely operating today as:
• Executive Director, Data & Analytics
• Vice President of Data & Analytics
• Head of Data Platforms
• Head of Data Engineering
• Head of Data Products
• VP of Enterprise Data Strategy
• VP of Analytics & AI
• Chief Data Officer (or equivalent)

You have successfully led large-scale data transformation initiatives within global or Fortune 500 organizations.
You understand how to build executive alignment, influence stakeholders, manage organizational change, and translate technology investments into measurable business value.
You likely started your career with a strong foundation in architecture, engineering, or large-scale data platforms before moving into executive leadership and strategy roles.

What Will Separate Top Candidates
• Proven experience creating enterprise data strategies
• Deep understanding of Data Mesh and Data Product operating models
• Experience modernizing large-scale data ecosystems
• Strong background in cloud-based data platforms and analytics architectures
• Success enabling AI and machine learning initiatives at enterprise scale
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience leading teams within highly complex, global organizations

Career Impact
This is an opportunity to lead one of the most important transformation initiatives within a global organization.
You’ll help define how data powers AI, analytics, business decisions, and future innovation for years to come.
If you’ve been looking for a role where you can influence enterprise strategy, build something transformational, and leave a lasting mark on a global business, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.