Data & Analytics Lead

Role: Data, Analytics & AI Lead

Location: Based anywhere in the UK or Europe - mainly remote with ad hoc office visits

Day Rate: £1200 - £1500 per day

Duration: 6 Months (with a view to extend)

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute a modern data, analytics, and AI strategy aligned with business goals, leveraging data mesh, data fabric, and federated models.
• Develop a cross-functional roadmap of data assets and AI use cases to drive insights, innovation, and competitive advantage.
• Integrate data and AI into core functions for enhanced operational performance.

Data Governance & Execution

• Establish enterprise data governance, including MDM, global/local definitions, and a Data Governance Council.
• Optimise architecture and access to trusted data; promote tools like Snowflake, Databricks, and Collibra for scalable, governed data use.
• Deliver efficient, scalable solutions across global projects, M&A activity, and business transformation.

Analytics & AI Innovation

• Lead design and deployment of AI/ML solutions (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) to support R&D, supply chain, and customer insights.
• Explore emerging tech such as generative AI and real-time analytics (e.g., Apache Kafka) to fuel innovation.
• Maximize performance and cost-efficiency through cloud platforms like AWS Redshift and Azure Synapse.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and lead a high-performing team of data professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
• Advise executive leadership with data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Align data and AI priorities with business needs through strong cross-functional and external partnerships.
• Lead high-impact programs (e.g., MDM, data harmonization), balancing cross-business trade-offs and ensuring delivery.
• Translate complex digital strategies into actionable narratives for senior stakeholders.

Experience & Skills Required:

• 8-10+ years in data and analytics leadership; 5+ in strategy, governance, and AI.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), modern architectures (data mesh/fabric), and AI frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data privacy (e.g., GDPR) and compliance in regulated environments.
• Experience with global, Agile delivery models.
• Deep expertise in the FMCG / CPG industries
• Strategic vision with business acumen, strong communicator and influencer, analytical thinker with decisive leadership and skilled in leading change at scale