Director of Data - Greensboro, United States - Volvo Group

Description

Director of Data

Location:

Greensboro, NC, US, 27409Göteborg, SE, 417 56

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and its finance solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams in a global context, then we could be a perfect match. The Global Headquarters for Volvo Financial Services is seeking a Director of Data to provide leadership and direction to the Data area of VFS Digital and IT.

What you will do

As Director Data you will be responsible for leading the organization's data management, data governance, and data operations. You will also ensure we are maximizing the value of data across the company. This role involves strategic planning, data team leadership, and people management. The Director Data will oversee data processing and operations, data quality, product development, and data science/AI practices. You will work closely with other delivery heads to support data-driven decision-making.

Your starting point will be to, together with your colleagues at VFS and in the broad cross-functional network at the Volvo Group, take responsibility in the following areas:

• Develop and implement comprehensive data strategies that align with the Volvo Group and more specifically with Volvo Financial Services' objectives.

• Lead the data governance framework to ensure data quality, consistency, and security.

• Work closely with the Volvo Group on the management of data platforms, tools, infrastructure, and data governance models and principals

• Drive the data science team together with the Volvo Group AI team, providing insights and predictions to drive decision-making and operational excellence.

• Manage a team of data professionals, including data analysts, information analysts, data engineers, and data scientists located in multiple markets across regions.

• Foster a data-driven culture within the organization, promoting data literacy and utilization across VFS.

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and best practices.

• Collaborate with the regions and markets to support their data needs and initiatives, keeping Global standards in mind, yet taking into consideration the local laws and regulations.

• Evaluate and implement new technologies and methodologies to enhance data capabilities and efficiencies.

• Monitor industry trends and advancements in data management, analytics, and technology.

Your future team

You will report directly to the Chief Digital Officer. In VFS, we demonstrate a clear vision to continue Transforming Together, a global mindset and a proven track record of successfully developing people, teams, culture, and leadership.

In many of our markets, VFS has won the Great Place To Work award, where Great Work is done. By interacting with each other as an on-site business, we build relationships, which allow us to work together more efficiently and form stronger bonds with our colleagues and customers. The preferred location is Gothenburg, Sweden where we are establishing our new Global hub, or in Greensboro, NC (USA).

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, we believe it is the right mindset that will make a difference at VFS. If you, besides your genuine interest in working with people in Transforming Together, also have a positive, service-oriented, and collaborative mindset, and take a proactive approach to handling all responsibilities, idea generation, and recommendations for productivity and efficiency - then we would welcome you to apply for this role.

We believe the successful candidate has extensive international leadership experience in data management domains focusing on achieving corporate objectives and operational effectiveness. Data strategy is key: you must understand and share the value of data to everyone and continue transforming VFS into a data-driven organization. Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are critical in the role.

Qualifications likely required to be successful in this role include:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Extensive experience in data management, analytics, or a related field, with a proven track record of successful data strategy implementation.

• Strong leadership and team management skills in an international environment, leading multinational teams and multinational data operations.

• Proficient and demonstrated practical experience in agile working methods.

• Excellent understanding of data governance, data quality management, and data protection laws and practices.

• Proficiency in data science and business intelligence tools and technologies.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across various teams and senior management.

• Knowledgeable on the MS Azure technology stack is a plus.

What's in it for you?

We offer a solid and competitive package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy a diverse working environment with a culture of care and inclusion. As an investment, we support your personal development and growth to achieve your career aspirations. Volvo Financial Services is an on-site business and we understand that you might need occasional or temporary flexibility, which your leader is equipped to manage and fits well to our culture, as being together enables us to build upon our innovative and collaborative culture, as well as develop you for continued success.

Ready for the next move?

If you want to make a real impact in your career, Volvo Financial Services is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group's leading brands and entities.

At Volvo Financial Services , we are working together to shape the world we want to live in. As the captive finance arm of the Volvo Group, VFS provides financial services and solutions that meet the needs of our customers' evolving business. Through our dedication to innovation, we support society in its adoption of sustainable transport and equipment solutions. VFS is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, USA and serves Volvo Group customers and dealers in more than 50 markets.

Job Category: Advanced Analytics

Organization: Volvo Financial Services

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 9038

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro