[Remote] Global Head of Analytics & AI

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ManpowerGroup is a global leader in workforce solutions, and they are seeking a Global Head of Analytics & AI to shape their data, analytics, and AI vision. This strategic leader will oversee global data governance and advanced analytics while driving data-driven decision-making and commercial performance across the organization.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and lead a unified global BI, data science, AI, and analytics strategy aligned to long-term commercial, talent engagement, and operational objectivesPartner with the C-suite and senior commercial, brand, and function leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable analytics roadmapsDrive the transformation of analytics maturity across the end-to-end business flow from business insights, through delivery, including marketing, sales & recruitment funnels, etcAdvise executive leadership on emerging AI/ML capabilities, industry trends, and strategic opportunities and ensure the group meets/leads industry best practicesChampion a global culture of data-driven decision-making & innovationOversee enterprise dashboards and scorecards covering revenue, pipeline health, commercial productivity, marketing ROI, customer experience, and market trendsEnable sales and revenue-generating teams with insights that optimize targeting, conversion, retention, and account expansionLead development of advanced analytics, including customer segmentation, predictive forecasting, propensity models, pricing elasticity, marketing attribution, and client & talent lifetime valuePartner with global sales operations, brands & countries to optimize & align performance reporting, territory design insights, and incentive analyticsOwn and optimize the commercial BI technology stack in close partnership with the Technology Team (Power BI, SQL, CRM analytics, marketing analytics platforms)Partner with Data Engineering/IT to maintain scalable, high-quality commercial and enterprise data architecture across CRM, ERP, digital platforms, and market data sourcesEvaluate and embed emerging technologies, including AI/ML, generative analytics, automation, and experimentation platforms, into enterprise workflowsManage data as a strategic asset and operationalize data governance, data quality, and other controls to sustain the integrity of the data in the groupDevelop data procedures and policies, and work closely with various departments to collect, prepare, organize, protect, and analyze data assets while ensuring that the company meets industry’s best practicesEnsure that data is democratized and available for all, works to remove silos of data and ensure that the data is properly curated to deliver value added servicesExecute data privacy policies and complying with data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, China PIPL, Brazil LGPD, and others) in close partnership with Technology, Risk, and Security & Privacy teamsEstablish and maintain analytic standards, documentation, and responsible AI practices, aligning with the Office of the CIOChampion ethical AI use and model transparency across the lifecycleImplement scalable, modern data practices (cloud analytics, MLOps, experimentation frameworks, metadata management)Standardize reporting, dashboards, and predictive models to ensure clarity, consistency, and adoptionOversee portfolio management for analytics initiatives, ensuring measurable value, speed, and alignment to enterprise prioritiesFoster innovation leveraging emerging Big Data and analytics technologiesBuild, lead, and mentor a global team of BI developers, data scientists, analytics translators, and insight partnersFoster a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and responsible innovationEstablish and lead a global analytics community of practice, encouraging best practice sharing across functions and regions and driving adoption & consistencyPartner with HR to attract, develop, and retain top analytics and data science talentServe as the primary analytics advisor to Brands, Operations, and Functions, including Global Sales, Marketing, Product, Finance, and Customer Experience leadershipBuild trusted relationships with regional commercial leaders to align insights and analytics with local market dynamicsTranslate complex analytics into simple, compelling, and actionable narratives influencing senior leadership decisionsCollaborate with operations and product teams to identify high-value AI/ML use cases and bring them to productionSkillsBachelor's degree required, Master's in Analytics, Data Science, IT, Economics, Finance, or related field preferred12+ years of progressive experience in BI, analytics, data science, or data strategy roles5+ years leading global or multi-region analytics teams within a matrixed enterpriseProven track record enabling revenue teams, supporting GTM strategy, and delivering insights that influence commercial and enterprise outcomesAdvanced proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Looker) and SQL-based environmentsStrong command of data modeling, cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), and modern data stacksExperience with CRM analytics (Salesforce, Dynamics), marketing automation analytics, and pricing toolsExpertise in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, statistical modeling, forecasting, and experimentationExperience implementing scalable MLOps or DevOps frameworksExecutive-level communication with expertise simplifying complex analytics for non-technical audiencesSystems thinker with strong strategic and commercial acumen. Ability to develop business casesInclusive, collaborative leader who builds capability, drives alignment, and navigates global complexity, with complex, cross-functional program leadership experienceDemonstrated ability to influence decisions at the C-suite and board levelsStrong business acumen and experience of cross-functional partnership across Tech team, sales, product, marketing, customer, and finance teamsGlobal mindset and experience operating in diverse cultural and regulatory environmentsDemonstrated change leadership supporting digital, commercial, or enterprise transformationCommitment to data ethics, responsible AI, and continuous improvementEnthusiastic and visionary: Strategic foresight to identify new business models, capture opportunities arising from technology and data advancements, deflect potential problems, and develop innovative, forward-facing capabilities that provide long-term competitive advantagesDisruptive and agile: Confidence to bring up new ideas and uncomfortable subjects, and to counter 'not-invented-here' or 'not worth the effort' attitudes to drive transformative change while delivering value to the business quickly and often by applying a pragmatic approachCollaborative at heart: Willingness to serve as a 'bridge builder' and facilitator to traverse divisional siloes, create synergies between business and technology functions, and align shared efforts to enable measurable business outcomesRelated experiences and exposures that could expedite performance in roleElements that can be developed over time to enable continued successCompany OverviewManpowerGroup is a human resource consulting firm that provides recruitment, assessment, training, and development services. It is a sub-organization of Manpower Framnæs Installasjon. It was founded in 1948, and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://manpowergroup.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipManpowerGroup has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 2 in 2023, 2 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.