Director, Data Strategy

ABOUT APPLY DIGITAL
Apply Digital is a global digital transformation partner for change agents. Leveraging expertise that spans Business Transformation Strategy, Product Design & Development, Commerce, Platform Engineering, Data Intelligence, Change Management, and beyond, we enable our clients to modernize their organizations and deliver meaningful impact to the business and to their customers. Whether they are beginning, accelerating or optimizing, we help enterprise businesses implement composable tech as part of their digital transformation journey. We leverage our rich experience in building smart products and using AI tools to drive value. 
Our 650+ team members have helped transform global companies like Kraft Heinz, NFL, Moderna, Lululemon, Atlassian, Sony, American Express, and Harvard Business School. 
Apply Digital was founded in 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. In the past nine years, we have grown to nine cities across North America, South America, the UK, Europe. 
At Apply Digital, we believe in the “One Team” approach, where we operate within a ‘pod’ structure. Each pod brings together senior leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional skill sets, all working within a common tech and delivery framework. This structure is underpinned by well-oiled scrum and sprint cadences, keeping teams in step to release often and retrospectives to ensure we progress toward the desired outcomes. 
Wherever we work in the world, we envision Apply Digital as a safe, empowered, respectful and fun community for people, every single day. Together, we work to embody our SHAPE (smart, humble, active, positive, and excellent) values and make Apply Digital a space for our team to connect, grow, and support each other to make a difference. 
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LOCATION: Apply Digital is hybrid/remote friendly. The preferred candidate should be based in Canada, working in hours that align to ET (Eastern Timezone) or PT (Pacific Timezone).
THE ROLE:
The Director, Data Strategy is a strategic consulting role at Apply Digital that provides discovery, planning and strategy services in collaboration with our broader Strategy, Technology Strategy, and Data teams. This role is designed for an entrepreneurial leader who understands the power of data in transforming business operations, strategies, and customer experiences. As Director, Data Strategy, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive data strategies that align with our technology solutions and drive significant value for our clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead workshops, work with stakeholders to craft data and analytics strategies, and deliver executive level presentations.  Craft and execute a visionary data strategy that complements our technology solutions, enhancing both our internal capabilities and our clients’ competitive edge. Lead the integration of data analytics into our platform solutions, ensuring a seamless and impactful delivery of data-driven insights.
• Account Growth: Leverage Technology and Data Strategy led engagements to sell the broader value of Apply Digital services, drive ongoing program engagement and serve as a key thought leader within client accounts.
• Data Governance and Management: Establish robust data governance frameworks and management practices to ensure the quality, integrity, and security of data across all projects. Drive the adoption of best practices in data management, ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations.
• MarTech and AI: Strong background in MarTech and AI to lead our data initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Customer Data Platforms (CDP), Marketing Automation (MA), Data Warehousing, Personalization, Analytics, and Generative AI. This role is crucial for driving our data strategy, ensuring robust data governance, and leveraging advanced analytics to deliver personalized customer experiences.
• Client Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to our clients on all data-related matters. Understand their business challenges and objectives, and provide strategic data insights and solutions that align with their goals. Foster strong client relationships through exceptional service and the delivery of measurable business outcomes.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across technology, marketing, sales, and operations to integrate data strategies with broader business objectives. Facilitate the sharing of insights and best practices across teams to enhance overall service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Innovation and Thought Leadership: Stay at the forefront of data trends, technologies, and analytics practices. Drive innovation within the company by exploring new tools, techniques, and methodologies in data science and analytics. Contribute to the company’s thought leadership through publishing articles, participating in conferences, and engaging in industry forums.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with a proven track record in data strategy, analytics, CDP, MA and data management.
• Experience in a consulting or enterprise environment, with a strong understanding of digital platforms and technology solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Deep knowledge of data governance, data management practices, and analytics tools.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to translate complex data insights into strategic business recommendations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a passion for mentoring and developing talent.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of articulating complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to travel as needed for client engagements and business development opportunities.

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LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL
At Apply Digital, people are at the core of everything we do. We value your time, safety, and health, and strive to build a work community that can help you thrive and grow. Here are a few benefits we offer to support you:
Great projects: Broaden your skills on a range of engaging projects with international brands that have a global impact.An inclusive and safe environment: We’re truly committed to building a culture where you are celebrated and everyone feels welcome and safe.Learning opportunities: We offer generous training budgets, including partner tech certifications, custom learning plans, workshops, mentorship, and peer support.Generous vacation policy: Work-life balance is key to our team’s success, so we offer flexible personal time offer (PTO); allowing ample time away from work to promote overall well-being.Customizable benefits: Tailor your extended health and dental plan to your needs, priorities, and preferences.Flexible work arrangements: We work in a variety of ways, from remote, to in-office, to a blend of both.
Apply Digital is committed to building a culture where differences are celebrated and everyone feels welcome. That’s why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized and valued.
For more information, visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by emailing us at careers@applydigital.com.