Dir, Business Data & Analytics

Jazwares; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading toy manufacturer in Glasgow is seeking a Director of Business Data and Analytics. This strategic role involves overseeing data governance and analytics while managing a talented team. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in data leadership and expertise in tools like Tableau and Databricks. Join us to drive innovation and insights in the CPG landscape, offering a competitive salary and excellent working conditions.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role in Business Intelligence or Data Analytics.
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear data use cases.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Business Data and Analytics function and guide data strategy.
• Deliver insights and dashboards to key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with data protection policies across systems.

Skills

Leadership

Data Governance

Business Analytics

Data Protection

Technical Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Tableau

Sigma

Databricks

dbt

Job description

The Director of Business Data and Analytics leads our data strategy and serves as the crucial bridge between business needs and technical capabilities. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing three core pillars: Data Protection/Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Intelligence/Analytics. You will lead a talented team, drive a data-first culture, and ensure our data assets are secure, governed, and leveraged to provide actionable insights that fuel business growth.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a hands‑on technical background who can balance long‑term vision with near‑term execution. You will be the champion for data literacy across the organization, ensuring our business stakeholders have the trusted tools and insights they need to succeed in the dynamic Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) landscape.

What You Will Do

• As the leader of the Business Data and Analytics function, you will oversee and guide the following three pillars:
• Act as the bridge between business needs and technical capabilities to deliver valuable insights.
• Translate business requirements into clear analytics and data use cases for the team.
• Deliver impactful insights and dashboards to key stakeholders to drive data‑informed decision‑making.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement & iterative feedback loops to ensure solutions continually meet evolving business needs.
• Provide technical direction for our modern data stack, including Tableau, Sigma, Databricks, and dbt.
• Create a Center of Enablement to facilitate self‑service data & analytics at Jazwares.
• Define and manage data quality standards and metadata to ensure data assets are accurate, consistent, and well‑documented.
• Oversee the implementation of processes and tools for data lineage and cataloging.
• Foster a culture of data stewardship and accountability throughout the company.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and governance policies (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) across all data systems and processes.
• Establish and maintain a robust framework for data security, privacy, and access controls.
• Partner with legal and IT teams to conduct regular audits and risk assessments to maintain data integrity and security.

Manages People: Yes

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role within Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field is required; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Technical Acumen: Demonstrated expertise with our core technology stack:
• Databricks: Experience with platform administration, Spark, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog.
• dbt: Hands‑on experience building and managing a production‑level dbt project.
• BI Tools: Strong proficiency with both Tableau and Sigma for data visualization and dashboarding.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading and growing high‑performing teams. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to define and execute a long‑term data strategy, balancing technical excellence with business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a global organization

Working Conditions

• Extreme Exposures: None
• Schedule: Regular office
• Physical Requirements:
  • Light; Lifting up to 25 lbs
  • Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time
• Travel Required: No

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high‑quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and Adopt Me™. In addition to toys, offerings include virtual games, costumes, and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

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