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Position Title: Director of Advanced Analytics
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Toronto HQ
Requisition ID:35806
OVERVIEW
McCain is on an exciting digital transformation journey. As part of this evolution were making bold investments in our data systems infrastructure and digital capabilities. Were building next-generation digital products for our customers suppliers and employeesenabling intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making at scale. Our Technology team is at the heart of this effort driving innovation to fuel business growth.
If youre looking to help shape the future of a global organization and play a pivotal role in redefining how data and AI deliver impactthis is your opportunity. Join us as we continue building McCains digital foundation and unlock new business value through cutting-edge data AI and analytics solutions.
JOB PURPOSE
We are hiring a Director of Advanced Data & Analytics to lead the development and execution of McCains global data and AI strategy. In this role youll partner with senior business and technology stakeholders across regions to design and deliver advanced analytics and AI products within a global CPG environment.
Youll lead a large-scale engineering team (up to 50 people) and be responsible for building scalable software solutions using SAFe methodologies. Your team will leverage automation Agentic AI and best-in-class platforms like Databricks to drive outcomes including increased productivity reduced waste improved uptime and optimized resource consumption.
This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data science product engineering and global business transformation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute the global data and AI engineering roadmap aligned to McCains digital and business strategy.
Team Management
Lead and grow a global team of engineers and contractors (up to 50) fostering a culture of innovation agility and delivery excellence.
Technical Delivery
Oversee the development of AI-driven data products using real-time data (including IoT) AI models and analytics platforms to improve performance and efficiency.
Ensure seamless integration of in-house and third-party software with enterprise-grade data infrastructure enabling robust and secure data pipelines.
Agentic AI & Automation
Champion the adoption of Agentic AI intelligent agents and automation to streamline processes and drive scalable business impact.
Product Delivery
Deliver high-quality agile software releases using SAFe frameworks with continuous improvement in product engineering practices.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with global and regional business leaders and technology partners to define use cases prioritize initiatives and ensure successful delivery of AI and analytics programs.
Data Governance & Security
Partner with data governance and security teams to maintain compliance and high-quality standards across all platforms.
Emerging Technologies
Stay ahead of the curve on new technologies in AI ML data engineering and cloud platformsand integrate them where they can create value.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in engineering computer science data science or a related field; Masters or PhD preferred.
12 years of experience in data engineering AI/ML and analytics with a track record of delivering transformation in CPG FMCG or industrial sectors.
7 years leading and scaling technical teams including people leadership coaching and performance management.
Proven experience delivering digital products in a SAFe Agile environment.
Strong business acumen and stakeholder engagement skillsable to translate technical solutions into measurable business value.
Experience working in a complex global matrix organization.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:
Databricks (ML pipelines Delta Lake Unity Catalog)
Azure Data Services (Data Factory Data Lake Synapse)
Azure AI Foundry (model dev deployment monitoring)
Agentic AI platforms automation and workflow orchestration
Event-driven and microservices architectures
Generative AI LLMs and NLP techniques
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
IoT and edge computing
MLOps statistical modeling and predictive analytics
Data governance and compliance in a global enterprise
CI/CD cloud-native DevOps infrastructure-as-code
Smart factory concepts and process automation
Geospatial data (Google Earth Engine satellite imagery remote sensing)
Certifications in Azure Databricks or SAFe Agile are a strong asset.
Ready to build the future of data and AI at McCain
Apply now and bring your vision to life in a company thats growing transforming and leading with purpose.
Compensation Package:$111700.00-$149000.00CAD annually bonuseligibility Long Term Incentive eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience skill set education/training and other organizational needs.
Benefits: At McCainwere on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do every day. We understand and appreciate that each persons needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employeesare eligible for the following benefits:health coverage (medical dental vision prescription drug) retirement savings benefits and leave support including medical family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacationandholidays company-supported volunteering time and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level location and nature of the benefit details available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us and were here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse antiracist inclusive merit-based and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business stronger.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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Job Family:Information Technology
Division:Global Digital Technology
Department:Global Data and Analytics
Location(s): US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Bathurst
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Centreville
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Edmundston
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Fredericton
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Hartland
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Moncton
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Saint John
CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Somerville
CA - Canada : Ontario : Bolton
CA - Canada : Ontario : Borden
CA - Canada : Ontario : Brampton
CA - Canada : Ontario : Dedicated Mississauga
CA - Canada : Ontario : Etobicoke
CA - Canada : Ontario : Forest
CA - Canada : Ontario : Guelph
CA - Canada : Ontario : Kingston
CA - Canada : Ontario : Kitchener
CA - Canada : Ontario : Lansdowne
CA - Canada : Ontario : London
CA - Canada : Ontario : Maidstone
CA - Canada : Ontario : Markham
CA - Canada : Ontario : Mississauga
CA - Canada : Ontario : Ottawa
CA - Canada : Ontario : Thunder Bay
CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto
CA - Canada : Ontario : Waterloo
CA - Canada : Ontario : Windsor
CA - Canada : Ontario : Woodstock
US - United States of America : Illinois : Chicago
US - United States of America : Illinois : Lisle
Company:McCain Foods (Canada)
Required Experience:
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