Director – Data, Analytics & AI – India GCC

Classification: InternalRole OverviewADM is seeking a senior leader to establish and scale its Data, Analytics & AI organization within the Global Capability Center (GCC) in Bengaluru, India. This role is accountable for building a high-performing global delivery organization, advancing ADM’s enterprise data strategy, and enabling the scaling of digital and AI-driven solutions across the business. The Director will serve as a critical bridge between global and regional teams, ensuring the GCCoperates as both a delivery engine and a center of excellence for data, analytics, and AI enablement.Key AccountabilitiesGCC Build & Organizational LeadershipEstablish and scale the Data, Analytics & AI function within the GCC, aligned to ADM’s global strategyDefine the operating model, governance structure, and Ways of Working (WoW)Build and lead a high-performing team across data engineering, analytics, and AI enablementFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learningData & Analytics Delivery Excellence:Provide leadership oversight for end-to-end delivery across:Data platforms (Azure, Databricks, SAP DatasphereMaster Data Management (MDM), data quality, and governanceBusiness intelligence and reporting (Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, Tableau)Ensure delivery outcomes meet expectations for quality, timeliness, and business valueStandardize tools, processes, and best practices across global teamsAI & Digital Enablement:Partner with Digital & Innovation (D&I) teams to scale AI and digital solutions across the enterpriseEnable transition of solutions from ideation and prototyping to enterprise-scale deploymentClassification: InternalEnsure data readiness, governance, and platform capabilities to support AI initiativesPromote adoption of emerging technologies aligned with business prioritiesOwn the delivery of data pipelines, feature stores, and model-serving infrastructure that underpin AI/ML workloadsDefine clear boundaries between what the GCC AI team builds vs. supports, in coordination with the central D&I teamPortfolio & Value ManagementTranslate enterprise strategy into a prioritized data, analytics, and AI roadmapEstablish demand intake, prioritization, and governance frameworksTrack business value through KPIs, ROI, and benefits realizationOptimize resource allocation and ensure alignment with enterprise prioritiesStakeholder Engagement & Global AlignmentAct as the primary interface between GCC and global leadershipCollaborate with Delivery Directors and business stakeholders to align on priorities and capacityCommunicate progress on delivery, talent, and innovation initiativesBuild strong partnerships across business functions including Finance, Supply Chain, HR, and Master DataTalent Strategy & CultureLead hiring, onboarding, and development of top-tier talentEstablish structured career paths, mentorship programs, and capability development initiativesEmbed ADM’s culture and values within the GCCDrive engagement, performance management, and retentionQualifications & ExperienceLeadership & Functional ExpertiseClassification: Internal15+ years of experience in technology, with strong focus on Data & Analytics8+ years in leadership roles building and managing global teamsProven experience in establishing or scaling global capability centers or delivery organizationsStrong business acumen with ability to align technology initiatives to enterprise strategyTechnical ExpertiseRequired:Deep understanding of modern data platforms and ecosystems (Azure, Databricks, or equivalent)BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalentMaster Data Management (MDM), data governance, quality, and migrationData engineering and analytics delivery at scaleSolid experience in AI/ML product development, MLOps, or automation pipelines.Preferred ( but not mandatory ):SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud experienceExperience with digital product development or platform engineeringCore CompetenciesStrategic thinking with a bias toward execution and measurable outcomesStakeholder influence at senior executive levelsOrganizational design and talent developmentChange leadership and transformation managementCross-cultural collaboration and communication across time zonesAbility to navigate the politics of standing up a new function within a matrixed global organizationEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business, or a related field Classification: InternalAdvanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., Azure, SAP, PMP, SAFe, AI,Databricks ) preferred. Requirements: name: ADM. location: Bengaluru, IN. experience: 15 - 20 years. employmentType: Full-Time. Primary Skills: Azure Databricks or Databricks or SAP Data Sphere or SAP Datasphere, Data Analytics, Agentic AI or AI/ML or AIML or AI or ML or Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning, Data Engineer or Data Engineering