Director, Data & AI Program Delivery Lead

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Director, Data & AI Program Delivery Lead

Reports to:  Chief Data Officer

Location:  Goleta (Remote)

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:

Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington.

The Role

Data & AI Program Delivery Lead Director drives the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of data initiatives, ensuring data quality, timely delivery, and alignment with business goals, while also managing teams and stakeholders. g and business outcomes. 

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a data delivery strategy aligned with organizational goals. 
• Identify and prioritize data delivery projects and initiatives. 
• Ensure adherence to data governance policies and standards. 
• Lead and motivate a team of data professionals. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

Project Management and Execution:

• Oversee the end-to-end data delivery lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment. 
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. 
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project delivery. 
• Ensure that data projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. 
• Implement and monitor data quality processes and metrics. 

Data Governance and Management:

• Champion data governance principles and best practices. 
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness. 
• Develop and maintain data documentation and metadata. 
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in data delivery. 

Team Management and Development:

• Recruit, train, and mentor data delivery team members. 
• Provide performance feedback and coaching. 
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. 

Communication and Collaboration:

• Communicate project status and updates to stakeholders. 
• Collaborate with other departments and teams to ensure data needs are met. 
• Represent the data delivery function at meetings and presentations. 

Who You Are

• Must have demonstrated leadership ability, business acumen, and industry knowledge
• Expert knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling programme delivery
• Expert business case development skills

We’d love to hear from people with

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree preferred but not required
• 10-15 years of data strategy and product experience including large-scale complex projects OR equivalent experience.

• 5-10 years of project management experience including large-scale complex projects OR equivalent management experience
• Extensive experience of operating to project management methodologies, including detailed governance, risk management and associated reporting
• Strong experience in managing complex projects and programs simultaneously across a global team.
• Experience of working on international projects / projects with international / territory-specific considerations in a project management capacity
• A track record of delivering international market entry projects across multiple geographies and business models advantageous but not a must.

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
   

$200,000 - $205,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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