Director - Data Ops & Data Foundation for Global Operations

Overview

Director responsible for defining and delivering an enterprise, AI-ready data ecosystem for Global Operations, powering data foundations across manufacturing and supply chain domains.

What you'll do

• Define and complete the Global Operations Data Foundations strategy aligned to Ops2030 and digital/data priorities.
• Develop AI-ready architecture, data mesh principles, and enterprise data standards.
• Lead DataOps practices for 160+ enterprise data products across multiple operational domains.
• Lead strategic data platforms including Snowflake, data catalog, data governance, and data quality tools.
• Establish enterprise governance frameworks covering integrity, security, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead distributed teams and deliver programs against plan/budget and performance/value targets.
• Serve as senior issue point for critical data risks and operational issues.

What you'll need

• 15+ years of experience in Data & Analytics, data infrastructure/platforms, or Digital Transformation.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale data organizations and global teams.
• Strong expertise in DataOps, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Cloud Data Platforms, and Data Product Management.
• Experience delivering large-scale data transformation programs in sophisticated global organizations.
• Proven success enabling AI and advanced data analysis/modernization initiatives.
• Strong financial and vendor management experience.
• Exceptional collaborator management and executive influencing skills.

Details

• Location: Chennai, Tamil Nādu, India.
• In-person working: minimum of three days per week from the office (and flexible overall).