Vice President Data Management Department: Data Management Location: Remote (USA-based, with travel as required) Job Summary The Vice President of Data Management is an executive leader responsible for overseeing client engagement strategy, delivery success, account growth, and financial performance across a diverse set of industry verticals (e.g., Sports & Entertainment, Media, CPG, Manufacturing, Energy, CPG etc). This role combines hands-on leadership in data management with a consultative approach to solving complex enterprise data challenges. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a global consulting firm, a strong background in enterprise data management (EDM), and a track record of owning P&L, building high-performing teams, and delivering measurable client outcomes across varied sectors. Key Responsibilities 40% Vertical Expansion & Strategic Growth • Drive $10M+ in annual revenue through the growth of client accounts across diversified industries. • Build industry-specific go-to-market strategies and consultative solutions in EDM, data governance, data platforms, and analytics. • Lead client portfolio strategy and collaborate with business unit leaders to shape offerings and account pursuits. • Act as a strategic advisor to client executives across industries, identifying opportunities to expand data and analytics services. 30% Client Relationship Leadership • Serve as the executive sponsor for client engagements, ensuring business value delivery and client satisfaction. • Cultivate long-term C-level relationships and identify opportunities for cross-sell and upsell into data, digital, analytics, cloud, and AI/ML. • Conduct executive business reviews, ROI demonstrations, and client feedback sessions to ensure alignment with client goals. • Lead strategic solutioning and proposal development for complex data transformation programs. 15% Engagement Oversight & Operations • Oversee delivery excellence through structured engagement metrics, governance, and financial tracking (revenue, margins, utilization). • Manage SOW execution, change orders, and project escalations to ensure delivery success. • Coordinate with finance, delivery, and resourcing to forecast, provision, and optimize account profitability. 10% Leadership & Talent Development • Mentor project leaders, solution architects, and client partners; build a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and skills development initiatives across the data management practice. • Serve as an executive presence in internal forums and industry events to elevate brand and talent attraction. 5% Cross-BU Collaboration & Other Duties • Partner with leaders from analytics, digital, and AI/ML to develop joint offerings. • Contribute to IP development, industry playbooks, and reusable accelerators in EDM and cloud data solutions. Qualifications • Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. • 15+ years of experience in enterprise data management and transformation (EDM, data warehousing, MDM, data quality, governance). • 10+ years in a consulting or professional services environment, with delivery, practice, and business development responsibilities. • Prior P&L ownership and demonstrated success in growing multi-million-dollar accounts across different industries. • Experience leading pre-sales, proposals, and solution shaping with cross-functional delivery and sales teams. Nice to Have • Domain expertise in at least 2 - 3 industries such as CPG, Retail, Manufacturing, Sports & Entertainment. • Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, GCP, AWS, Azure), MDM tools, and governance frameworks. • Certifications in Agile, PMP, or industry-standard data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK). • Exposure to emerging technologies like AI/ML, GenAI, and real-time data integration tools. Key Skills & Competencies • Expertise in leading large-scale, cross-functional delivery teams (onshore/offshore). • Strong executive communication and stakeholder engagement skills. • Deep understanding of SDLC, agile methodologies, and data modernization strategies. • Proven consultative approach to client problems and solution selling. • Analytical and financial acumen in managing forecasts, staffing, and revenue targets. Supervisory Responsibilities • Direct oversight of account leads, project managers, and solution architects across engagements. • Provides regular feedback, performance evaluations, and growth path development for team members. • Collaborates with HR and competency leads to manage hiring and team health.