Enterprise AI & Analytics Leader

Asahi Beverages Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Beverages Group in Melbourne seeks a visionary Head of AI & Analytics to shape enterprise data strategy and AI enablement across commercial, supply chain, and customer functions.

You will lead a high‑performing, cross‑functional team, partner with the Executive Leadership Team, implement governance, and translate emerging technologies into sustainable growth and competitive advantage for Australia’s iconic beverage brands.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience shaping enterprise strategy and delivering measurable business transformation.
• Commercially astute strategist translating emerging technologies into competitive advantage and sustainable growth.
• Deep expertise across AI, ML, analytics, cloud technologies and modern data architectures with governance.
• Influential executive partner with credibility to shape investment priorities and inspire action.
• Proven people leadership building high-performing teams and driving innovation.
• Experience within FMCG, consumer goods or similarly complex enterprises with strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise AI, data and analytics strategy with a measurable commercial value roadmap.
• Partner with executive leaders to identify high-impact opportunities across commercial, supply chain, customer and corporate functions.
• Lead AI, ML, data science and BI capabilities to strengthen decision-making and unlock opportunities.
• Shape data platforms, architecture and reusable data products for scalable, self‑serve analytics.
• Establish robust AI governance, ethics, and risk management standards while balancing innovation with security.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary team and drive accountability for outcomes.

Skills

AI leadership

Data strategy

Executive partnership

Team leadership

Cloud analytics

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Cloud platforms

Data warehouses

BI tooling

Job description

Asahi Beverages Group in Melbourne seeks a visionary Head of AI & Analytics to shape enterprise data strategy and AI enablement across commercial, supply chain, and customer functions.

You will lead a high‑performing, cross‑functional team, partner with the Executive Leadership Team, implement governance, and translate emerging technologies into sustainable growth and competitive advantage for Australia’s iconic beverage brands.