Overview
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As Director, Data and AI Architecture, you are leading our enterprise data management, engineering, modelling and AI capabilities. Your role is to be a leader within the broader global data, analytics and AI team to drive the design and implementation of our modern data and insights platform. You will oversee data engineering and data management teams, ensuring robust, scalable, and innovative solutions that support business strategy and deliver value across the organization.
You will be accountable for the end to end design and delivery of data architecture from data ingestion through data and semantic modelling.
You will be accountable for data management, including metadata management, data quality, and governance
Responsibilities
Define and own the architecture for data, analytics, and AI, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology strategy, in partnership with the broader enterprise architecture team
Oversee and guide data engineering and data management teams, providing technical leadership and mentorship
Lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, data models, and storage solutions, integrating diverse data sources into a unified ecosystem with data quality controls, monitoring and incident workflows
Establish and enforce standards, best practices, and governance for data engineering, data management, and AI development
Oversee metadata management, data lineage, and certification processes to ensure data reliability and traceability
Promote metadata-driven approaches for agile and automated governance, including design and implementation of data dictionaries, glossaries, catalogs and lineage tools
Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and technology leaders to translate business requirements into architectural solutions with semantic models to bridge business language and technical structures
Ensure semantic models support self-service analytics, AI, and decision intelligence
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in data ingestion, modelling, and AI capabilities, leveraging emerging technologies and tools
Ensure data quality, integrity, privacy, and security across all platforms and processes
Organise regular progress meetings with stakeholders to review architecture, project status, and compliance with guidelines
Document architectural decisions, data flows, and technical standards for knowledge sharing and onboarding
Support crisis management and incident resolution, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise
Foster a culture of belonging, growth, and learning within the team, championing Bacardi's value
Responsible for budget submission/tracking of projects and associated run budget components as applicable
Work closely with other team members and Support/Operations on enhancement and maintenance requests as needed
Accountable for informing global data and analytics portfolio team about all requests/initiatives/ongoing work
Support the Global VP in defining and designing the Global Data, Analytics and AI strategy
Participate in the evaluation of data, analytics and AI emerging technology and tools
Work with vendors as needed to support ongoing projects and operations
Maximize the value of our key partnerships
Ensure that the partners deliver services that meet the business requirements and the agreed SLAs. Take corrective actions whenever not the case
Align service requirements measures and scorecards with the partners
Qualifications / To be successful in this role
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and other cloud platforms for data, analytics, and AI
Proven experience in data, analytics and AI architecture, solution design, and implementation
Strong knowledge of data engineering, data management, and AI/ML frameworks
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, technical teams, and end-users
Experience in leading and mentoring cross-functional teams
Ability to manage, mentor and coach a team, both directly and through influence
Business acumen and understanding of business processes
Knowledge of IT governance, operations, privacy, and security controls
Experience in project management, team management, and vendor management
Exposure to diverse market dynamics and cultures
Ability to work remotely and manage distributed teams
Highly collaborative with strong change agility
Experience in crisis management, ability to manage the matrix
Leadership Agility
Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of 'Belonging', where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others
Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you're presented with
Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience
Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity.
U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
Perks / Benefits
At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.
Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:
Competitive Pay Package
Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
Retirement/Pension Plan
Health & Wellbeing
Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
Employee Assistance Programs
Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
Additional Benefits
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. xqysrnh Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.