Sr IT Director (Data Analytics & AI)

TL;DR

Sr IT Director (Data Analytics & AI): Defining and executing the enterprise-wide data strategy with an accent on Master Data Management (MDM), data governance, and AI-driven transformation across commercial and engineering domains. Focus on building high-performing global teams, scaling AI/GenAI capabilities, and driving measurable business outcomes through unified data products.

Location: Must be based in Novi, MI, US

Company

A global leader in power conveyance and energy-management solutions with a team of 28,000 problem solvers.

What you will do

• Define and lead the enterprise data strategy, roadmap, and AI/GenAI transformation initiatives.
• Institutionalize enterprise MDM strategy and platforms across core business domains.
• Establish and enforce enterprise-wide data governance frameworks, policies, and quality KPIs.
• Own the strategy for modern data platforms, including lakehouse architectures and real-time pipelines.
• Scale high-impact analytics and AI use cases to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Lead and mentor a global, cross-functional organization across data engineering, science, and governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required.
• 12–15+ years of experience in enterprise data, MDM, analytics, and AI leadership.
• Proven track record leading enterprise-scale MDM and data transformation programs.
• Deep expertise in data governance, master data domains, and modern data architectures.
• Strong leadership experience managing global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to influence at the C-suite level and translate business strategy into technical solutions.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with MDM tools, data quality frameworks, and metadata management.
• Experience in manufacturing, aftermarket, or asset-intensive industries.
• Familiarity with OT/IT convergence and engineering data ecosystems.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture of innovation and diverse perspectives.
• Focus on facing challenges head-on and uncovering possibilities.
• Opportunity to lead large-scale digital transformation in a global organization.
• Commitment to values: Value Others, Inspire Innovation, Grow Responsibly, Win Together.