Director of Data Strategy at YORK1 overseeing data governance and AI enablement. Leading digital transformation and enterprise analytics initiatives for operational efficiency and growth.
Responsibilities
Define and lead York1’s enterprise data strategy, governance framework, and roadmap.
Oversee data architecture, integration, and consolidation across multiple ERP and business systems.
Establish and enforce data quality standards, metadata management, and master data governance.
Ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance data environments that support business growth.
Lead enterprise reporting, dashboards, and analytics delivery across business units.
Develop predictive analytics capabilities to support forecasting, operational planning, and decision-making.
Oversee the design and delivery of data visualization solutions and executive reporting frameworks.
Monitor KPIs and ensure consistent, trusted reporting across all functions.
Develop and execute York1’s AI and automation strategy, including RPA implementation.
Identify and prioritize AI use cases to improve operational efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity.
Partner with business leaders to embed AI-driven insights into core workflows and decision-making processes.
Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including machine learning and intelligent automation tools.
Provide strategic oversight of ERP and business systems including Trux, Nylus, Jonas, HubSpot, and others.
Ensure system integration supports a unified data ecosystem and single source of truth.
Collaborate with IT leadership to modernize legacy systems and enable scalable digital platforms.
Act as a trusted advisor on data, analytics, and automation strategy.
Drive digitization of paper-based workflows and manual business processes.
Enhance collaboration tools and knowledge management systems across the organization.
Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning using data-driven insights.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on data initiatives, AI adoption, and digital transformation progress.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
8+ years of progressive experience in data management, analytics, ERP systems, or enterprise technology roles.
Strong experience in enterprise data strategy, governance, and analytics leadership.
Proven expertise in SharePoint administration and enterprise content management.
Advanced knowledge of SQL and relational database systems.
Demonstrated experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and data visualization frameworks.
Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, and RPA technologies and their business applications.
Experience leading enterprise digital transformation initiatives.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Commitment to continuous learning in emerging technologies including AI, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and agile methodologies.
Benefits
Health and dental coverage for yourself and your dependents
RRSP matching to help you plan for the future
Ongoing training and development to support your growth and career progression.
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