Vice President, Enterprise Data & AI

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Take charge of implementing the enterprise Data & AI roadmap across various regions, functions, and business units.

• Approve the sequencing and trade-off decisions concerning speed, quality, risk, and cost.

• Ensure director-level leaders are held accountable for the outcomes they commit to.

• Manage the benefits case for the Data & AI portfolio from the approval of investments through to post-implementation reviews.

• Establish measurable value targets, integrate capabilities into business processes, and report on the value captured.

• Redirect or discontinue initiatives that fail to deliver the expected value.

• Oversee the development and operation of the enterprise Data Platform, AI Factory, and associated AI capabilities.

• Establish platform roadmaps and approve investments related to the platform.

• Manage enterprise data governance and responsible AI practices, including the approval of AI use cases.

• Collaborate on security, privacy, regulatory compliance, and model risk management.

• Determine priorities, performance measures, governance forums, and execution processes.

• Track progress, escalate and mitigate enterprise risks, and ensure transparency regarding commitments and outcomes.

• Oversee the Data & AI operating and investment budget.

• Lead the selection, negotiation, and performance management of strategic vendors.

• Drive improvements in unit costs while maintaining long-term capability investments.

• Build and lead a global team of directors, managers, and technical professionals.

• Define the operating model and organizational structure.

• Recruit and develop director-level leaders while setting succession plans.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 15 years of relevant experience in data, AI/ML, engineering, and/or platform leadership roles.

• At least 8 years of experience in direct management or supervision of employees.

• Responsible for an operating budget of $5M or more and a comparable investment portfolio.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft ecosystem technologies, including Azure Foundry, Microsoft Copilot, and Copilot Studio.

• Knowledge of modern data platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks.

• Familiarity with foundational AI models such as OpenAI and Anthropic.

• Experience with FinOps best practices for cloud and AI cost management, including chargeback and showback models.

• Proven success in delivering measurable business value from data and AI investments.

• In-depth understanding of modern data platform architecture, AI and generative AI deployment at scale, and data governance frameworks.

• Experience in establishing responsible AI and data governance practices in regulated, multi-jurisdiction environments.

• Ability to drive alignment across functions.

• Strong executive presence and effectiveness in influencing C-suite peers and reporting to board-level audiences.

• Preferred experience managing globally distributed teams across NA, EMEA, APJ, and LATAM.

• Experience leading data and AI transformation during significant business changes is preferred.

• Background in distribution, supply chain, or another high-volume, low-margin operational model is preferred.

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field is required.

• A Master's/Post Graduate Degree is required.

• Ability to execute instructions and seek clarification as needed.

• Strong skills in complex problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in English and other local/regional languages for effective communication.

• Capability to create and deliver formal presentations.

• Ability to interact effectively with managers and higher-level executives.

• Skilled in negotiation and persuasive communication.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse identities.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management abilities.

• Adaptable and capable of working under stress and pressure.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficient in multitasking and building effective working relationships.

• Advanced proficiency with relevant computer systems and applications.

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and technologies.

• Aware and alert while performing work tasks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Elective benefits customized to the employee's country.

• Formal leadership and professional development programs.

• Access to on-demand courses.

• Financial, physical, and mental well-being seminars and events.

• Global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.

• Inclusive education and peer-to-peer discussions.

• Equitable growth and development opportunities.

• Onboarding program with networking opportunities.

• Internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities.

• Business resource groups.

• Local volunteering events.

• Environmental and social initiatives.