Executive VP, Data, Analytics & AI Strategy

MRA Search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

MRA Search is assisting a PE-owned enterprise in Atlanta seeking a Vice President of Data, Analytics & AI to lead company-wide data and AI strategy. The role requires transforming data into actionable insights, establishing an AI roadmap, and delivering measurable improvements in productivity and profitability.

Responsibilities include leading AI/analytics initiatives, building scalable capabilities, governance, and partnering with senior leadership to drive enterprise value.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data, analytics, AI, technology, strategy, or related disciplines with significant executive leadership.
• Experience building/operating an enterprise analytics/AI strategy within a large organization.
• Strong understanding of AI, ML, generative AI, predictive modeling, data science, BI, and automation.
• Proven ability to translate technology and analytics into measurable business/financial results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead enterprise-wide data, analytics and AI strategy.
• Establish a multi-year AI roadmap focused on productivity and profitability improvements.
• Identify and prioritize high-value AI opportunities across the organization.
• Lead predictive modeling and analytics initiatives for workforce, forecasting, operations, and finance.
• Develop AI-enabled solutions to automate processes and improve decision-making.
• Build scalable capabilities in ML, generative AI, predictive analytics, data science, and BI.
• Translate complex data into practical recommendations for frontline execution.
• Create executive dashboards and KPIs for leadership visibility.
• Establish governance around data, AI models, data quality, privacy, and responsible AI usage.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies, platforms, vendors, and partnerships.
• Build and lead a high-performing analytics and data team.

Skills

AI strategy

Executive leadership

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in analytics or related field

Job description

MRA Search is assisting a PE-owned enterprise in Atlanta seeking a Vice President of Data, Analytics & AI to lead company-wide data and AI strategy. The role requires transforming data into actionable insights, establishing an AI roadmap, and delivering measurable improvements in productivity and profitability.

Responsibilities include leading AI/analytics initiatives, building scalable capabilities, governance, and partnering with senior leadership to drive enterprise value.