Head of Data EMEA

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Data to spearhead our data team and shape the strategic direction of our data initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and implementation of innovative, data-driven strategies that will elevate our business operations and enhance decision-making processes.

If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive our data vision forward, we would love to hear from you!

Company description  

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality fluid management solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people have selected to work for us in more than 40 countries.  

Aliaxis has embarked on a positive journey with its “Growth with Purpose” strategy, implementing ambitious, urgent actions for sustainability and innovation that will pay off in the short term. By 2025, we will be focusing on the areas where we can create the biggest impact: on carbon reduction in our plants and on increasing the share of recycled content in our products. In conjunction, we will continue to develop more and better water solutions for society as a whole. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviors that we at Aliaxis stand for:

We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast,

We Care for the environment, our customers and each other,

We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions.

Aliaxis is privately owned, with its global & EMEA headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. 

Job description 

Role purpose: You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, finance, HR, to ensure that the data program roadmap aligns with organizational goals and delivers measurable value. You will also work very closely with IT team of data engineering.

Leading a team of 5, the role is to be located in our HQ in Brussels and will require up to 20% of travelling across the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop a compelling data vision and strategy to help our company achieve its strategic objectives
• Deliver on the integrated data program roadmap, budget and business case
• Raise awareness and ensure buy-in throughout the company for a robust and standardized data approach
• Lead data governance:  set organization, system and processes to ensure the highest level of data quality, keeping the agility to deliver data services
• Oversee data management: day to day data operations; creation and of update business processes, according to the standards set by Data Governance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior data leadership role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to translate business needs into data solutions
• Ability to lead multi-functional projects that vary in complexity and priority 
• Experience working in complex, international and multi-stakeholder environment  
• Fluent in English – any additional European language is a plus.

As the Head of Data, you will be instrumental in fostering a culture that values data as a critical asset. Your leadership will be key in leveraging data to improve our competitive edge and enrich the customer experience we offer.

We offer a unique opportunity to join a European (Belgian) global company with a very international & collaborative culture that is transforming dynamically and that is committed to its future growth, service excellence and employee engagement. Next to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer an impactful role and real growth opportunities.

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.

For us, equity and belonging start already at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate. 

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