Senior Manager, International Data & Strategy

Global Sports Jobs Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The NFL seeks a Senior Manager, International Data & Strategy to lead a transformative enterprise initiative focused on scalable data solutions across global markets. You will partner with League and Club stakeholders to deliver data programs that inform decisions and drive outcomes.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, strong governance, and a track record in data platforms, governance, and marketing tech stacks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of progressive experience in data strategy, product management, data governance, or technology leadership roles, with ownership of enterprise‑scale initiatives.
• Proven track record leading complex data and analytics programs, including cloud data platforms, data lakes, governance frameworks, and cross‑functional transformation.
• Strong understanding of privacy, regulatory, and compliance requirements, including GDPR, CCPA, consent management, and responsible data practices.
• Experience leveraging enterprise data and marketing technology platforms, including AWS Redshift, Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO), Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, drive alignment, and translate strategy into measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, drive organisational change, and scale processes, capabilities, and teams.
• Strong strategic and operational mindset, with governance, risk management, and prioritisation in fast‑paced environments.
• Enthusiastic, proactive can‑do attitude; grit; ego‑free; relationship builder; agile mindset.
• Eager learner with passion for data‑driven value.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross‑functional alignment and champion adoption of the International managed model through clear communication and continuous improvement.
• Oversee day‑to‑day program operations for the international managed model, tracking data onboarding, curation, fulfilment, reporting and insights.
• Partner with clubs to capture requirements and translate into prioritised program initiatives.
• Translate business needs into scalable data and platform requirements for segmentation, data access, and performance measurement.
• Establish standardised processes and continuously optimise workflows.

Skills

Data strategy

Product management

Data governance

Technology leadership

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Change management

Ambiguity leadership

Agile mindset

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AWS Redshift

Adobe Experience Platform (AEP)

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)

Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO)

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Role

The Senior Manager, International Data & Strategy will lead and scale the NFL’s international managed model as part of a transformative enterprise initiative. The role involves partnering closely with League and Club stakeholders to deliver high-quality, scalable data solutions and program operations that enable informed decision-making and drive business outcomes across global markets. This position is suited for a strategic yet hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment, excels at stakeholder management, and is passionate about leveraging data to unlock value and build scalable enterprise capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive cross‑functional alignment and champion adoption of the International managed model through clear communication, best practices, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee day‑to‑day program operations for the international managed model, tracking progress across data onboarding, curation, fulfilment, reporting and insights.
• Partner closely with clubs to drive adoption of the international managed model by capturing requirements and translating them into prioritised program initiatives.
• Translate business needs into scalable data and platform requirements to support segmentation, data access, and performance measurement.
• Ensure efficient and consistent execution by establishing standardised processes and continuously optimising workflows.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of progressive experience in data strategy, product management, data governance, or technology leadership roles, with demonstrated ownership of enterprise‑scale initiatives.
• Proven track record leading complex data and analytics programs, including cloud data platforms, data lakes, governance frameworks, and cross‑functional transformation efforts.
• Strong understanding of privacy, regulatory, and compliance requirements, including GDPR, CCPA, consent management, and responsible data practices.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging enterprise data and marketing technology platforms, including AWS Redshift, Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO), Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, drive alignment across business and technology teams, and translate strategy into measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, drive organisational change, and scale processes, capabilities, and teams to support evolving business needs.
• Strong strategic and operational mindset, with experience establishing governance models, prioritising competing demands, managing risks, and delivering results in fast‑paced environments.
• Emboy an enthusiastic, proactive can‑do attitude.
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement.
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence.
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition.
• Encompass an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience supporting fan, customer, or consumer‑centric organisations, with knowledge of engagement strategies, audience development, and lifecycle marketing is preferred.
• Master’s degree or higher in statistics, data science, computer science, or other data‑related fields is preferred.

Workplace

• Onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location is required; remote and hybrid working options are not offered.
• No relocation assistance will be provided.
• Limited travel is expected.

About the Company

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects its fan base, providing mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. The NFL’s core values include respect, integrity, team responsibility, and resiliency. Leadership attributes include building talent, executing, inspiring, living values, knowing the business, and thinking big.