Director, Data & Analytics Strategy

Abbott; Donegal; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Ireland is seeking a Director, Data & Analytics Strategy to lead the strategy, development, and execution of the organization’s digital innovation and data analytics capabilities to elevate performance across manufacturing and supply chain.

This role oversees a portfolio of digital initiatives while building analytics capabilities, guiding global teams of project managers, data scientists, engineers, and analysts to drive data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• 12+ years in roles spanning digital transformation, data analytics, supply chain, operational excellence, program leadership, or related functions.

Responsibilities

• Owns a large-scale digital and analytics portfolio.
• Leads global cross-functional teams of project managers, data scientists, data engineers, and analysts.
• Establishes governance, standards, and best practices for digital projects and portfolio management.
• Drives digital maturity and data-driven decision making across functions.
• Manages budgets, staffing, vendor partnerships, and resource allocation.

Skills

Digital transformation

Strategy development

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity

The Director, Data & Analytics Strategy leads the strategy, development, and execution of the organization’s digital innovation and data analytics capabilities to elevate performance across manufacturing and supply chain. This role oversees a portfolio of digital initiatives while simultaneously building analytics capabilities. Through strong technical leadership, portfolio governance, and cross-functional collaboration, the role accelerates the organization’s digital maturity and data-driven decision-making.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Scope & Accountability

• Owns a large-scale digital and analytics portfolio.
• Responsible for departmental budgets, staffing, vendor partnerships, and resource allocation.
• Leads global, cross-functional teams of project managers, digital specialists, data scientists, data engineers, and analysts.
• Makes decisions that directly impact digital capability maturity, project delivery milestones, data integrity, and business performance.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Digital Maturity Leadership

• Develop and continually refine a Digital roadmap aligned with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and enterprise strategic priorities.
• Identify opportunities for digital enhancements that improve operational performance, reduce cost, improve quality, or strengthen supply resiliency.
• Establish governance, standards, and best practices for digital projects and portfolio management.

2. Data Analytics Strategy

• Lead the comprehensive analytics function, including data science, data engineering, analysis, visualization, and insights delivery.
• Transform raw data into strategic insights that influence major business decisions across supply chain, quality, and operations.
• Integrate advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and machine learning into key processes to enable proactive decision-making.

3. Data Governance & Data Management

• Lead the Data Governance and Data Management Programs, ensuring data integrity, security, compliance, and regulatory alignment.
• Ensure high-quality, reliable data is accessible for organizational decision-making and digital applications.
• Partner with Information Technology and other teams to select, build and manage key platforms and tools.

4. Program & Portfolio Execution

• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of large-scale digital and analytics initiatives, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and communication plans.
• Establish and maintain systems to quantify project value and support objective decision-making for resource and investment prioritization.
• Facilitate prioritization and sequencing across digital and analytics portfolios to maximize impact.

5. Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop global teams with diverse technical and business skill sets, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Partner with manufacturing site and division leadership to understand business needs, influence decision-making, and increase digital maturity.
• Communicate complex digital and analytical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• 12+ years in roles spanning digital transformation, data analytics, supply chain, operational excellence, program leadership, or related functions.

Technical & Functional Expertise

• Expertise in digital transformation and strategy development, project management, and manufacturing/supply chain processes.
• Deep knowledge of analytics disciplines including data science, data engineering, data visualization, predictive modelling, and machine learning.
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 digital and technology trends.
• Strong understanding of data governance, regulatory requirements, and data security controls.

Leadership & Business Skills

• Strong communication, negotiation, facilitation, and executive influence abilities.
• Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams and manage vendor relationships.
• Demonstrated capability in resource management, strategic planning, and organizational change.
• Results driven, balancing delivery of near-term improvements while maintaining a strong long-term strategic focus.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Project Management

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

LOCATION:

Ireland > Donegal Town : R267

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Ie - Dl39S9 (Ireland)

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable