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Director of Data & Analytics

Macgregor Black
London
1 year ago
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Are you a visionary in driving data-driven strategies and leading analytics teams to unlock valuable insights?


Can you transform data into strategic assets that fuel business innovation and growth?


Do you thrive in an environment where analytics drive decision-making and customer understanding?


MacGregor Black is currently partnering with aLeading International Consumer Goods companyon the search for aDirector of Data & Analytics. This is a permanent role based inLondon.


As theDirector of Data & Analytics,you will spearhead the analytics function, focusing on utilizing data to enhance decision-making processes across the business. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement advanced analytics strategies that drive consumer engagement, optimize marketing efforts, and improve overall business performance.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Strategic Leadership: Craft and execute a comprehensive data and analytics strategy aligned with the company's business objectives.
  • Data Management: Oversee data governance, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility across the organization.
  • Insight Generation: Lead a team to extract valuable insights from data, providing actionable recommendations to various business units.
  • Advanced Analytics: Employ advanced analytics techniques, including predictive modeling, customer segmentation, and A/B testing, to influence key business outcomes.
  • Performance Metrics: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge the success of analytics initiatives.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with different teams to ensure that data-driven insights are integrated into business strategies.
  • Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, data-driven reports and presentations to senior leadership, offering insights and strategic recommendations.


What we’re looking for?


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience in data analytics, with a proven track record of leading high-performing analytics teams.
  • Expertise in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, R, and advanced Excel.
  • Experience with data visualization platforms like Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent.
  • Ability to translate complex data into meaningful business insights.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Strategic thinker with a focus on driving results.
  • Experience in the consumer goods industry is highly desirable.


Competitive salary + benefits package.


Please contactGabby Zachrissonfor more information today.

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