Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
10-15 years in data, analytics, AI, or digital transformation
Experience with JD Edwards, Infor, QAD, Salesforce
Proven track record in architecting scalable data and AI solutions
Experience leading high-performing technical teams
Strong leadership and collaboration abilities
Strong SQL and data engineering knowledge
Familiarity with Python, R, and modern data engineering frameworks
Responsibilities
Define and execute a data and AI strategy aligned with business growth
Identify high-value data and AI opportunities across enterprise systems
Collaborate with leadership to prioritize impactful initiatives
Deliver scalable and reusable data and AI solutions
Architect modern data solutions using Snowflake and AWS
Drive ERP integration into a unified data environment
Accelerate adoption of AI technologies to enhance decision-making
Lead initiatives to improve data accuracy and usability across platforms
Enable advanced analytics for better business performance
Mentor and develop a high-performance data and AI team
Benefits
Opportunity to lead and shape data and AI strategy
High-impact role within a collaborative executive team
Focus on innovation and modern technology adoption
Professional development and team mentorship opportunities
Involvement in transformative initiatives across global operations
Full Job Description
Job Description
Role Description
This role leads the transformation of WireCo's data and AI capabilities into a competitive business advantage. The position focuses on accelerating the use of data and artificial intelligence to drive operational efficiency, commercial growth, and innovation across global operations.
Working closely with business and technology leaders, this role enables scalable analytics, modern data platforms, and practical AI solutions that improve decision-making and unlock new value streams. The leader will guide and develop a high-impact team of data professionals responsible for data engineering, master data, and AI solution delivery across ERP, CRM, analytics, and cloud ecosystems, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and measurable business outcomes.
The IT Data & AI Transformation Leader must exhibit and proactively motivate the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):
Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team's strength
Accountable - celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
Self-Aware - demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
Noble Intent - acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
Determined - takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
Transparent - promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
Curious - seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo
Duties & Responsibilities
Data & AI Transformation Strategy
Define and execute a forward-looking data and AI strategy aligned with business growth and digital transformation objectives
Identify high-value opportunities to leverage data and AI across JD Edwards, Infor, QAD, Salesforce, and other enterprise systems
Partner with executive leadership to prioritize initiatives that deliver measurable business impact
Champion a product-oriented mindset, delivering scalable and reusable data and AI solutions
Data Platform & Architecture Modernization
Architect and lead modern data and AI solutions leveraging Snowflake and AWS to enable scalable, real-time capabilities
Design and drive integration of ERP platforms (JD Edwards, Infor, QAD) and Salesforce into a unified enterprise data environment
Establish best practices for data modeling, pipelines, and architecture to support analytics and AI use cases
Ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance data architecture aligned with business needs
AI Enablement & Innovation
Accelerate adoption of AI technologies including ChatGPT (OpenAI) and Claude to enhance productivity and decision intelligence
Architect and oversee development of AI-driven use cases from concept through production
Partner with engineering and business teams to embed AI into core processes and workflows
Evaluate and scale emerging AI capabilities to maximize business value
Data Quality & Master Data Excellence
Drive improvements in data consistency, accuracy, and usability across ERP and Salesforce platforms
Lead initiatives to standardize and optimize master data for customers, products, and suppliers
Establish metrics to measure and continuously improve data reliability and business confidence
Analytics & Business Value Delivery
Enable advanced business KPIs analytics and self-service capabilities using Qlik and enterprise data platforms
Leverage integrated ERP and Salesforce data to improve pipeline visibility, forecasting accuracy, and customer insights
Translate business needs into scalable data and AI solutions that drive performance
Ensure data is leveraged as a strategic asset to improve speed and quality of decision-making
Team Leadership & Delivery
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of data and AI professionals, fostering a high-performance and innovation-driven culture
Align team priorities with business objectives and transformation roadmap
Ensure effective execution, delivery discipline, and continuous improvement across all initiatives
Change Leadership & Adoption
Drive cultural adoption of data-driven and AI-enabled ways of working across global teams
Promote data and AI literacy across business functions
Establish repeatable frameworks and best practices for scaling solutions
Measure success through adoption, business outcomes, and realized value
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
10-15 years of experience in data, analytics, AI, or digital transformation roles
Experience working with JD Edwards, Infor, QAD, Salesforce, and enterprise data platforms
Proven experience architecting scalable data and AI solutions
Demonstrated experience leading and developing high-performing technical teams
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong SQL and data engineering capabilities
Familiarity with Python, R, and modern data engineering frameworks
Experience with relational, columnar, and NoSQL databases
Additional Information
Tools & Technologies Used
ERP Platforms: JD Edwards (JDE), Infor, QAD
CRM Platform: Salesforce
Data Platforms: Snowflake, AWS
Analytics & BI: Qlik
AI Platforms: ChatGPT (OpenAI), Claud
About WireCo WorldGroup
WireCo WorldGroup is a manufacturer and distributor of wire rope, electromechanical cable, synthetic rope, specialty wire, and engineered products. The company serves a range of industries, including oil and gas, mining, construction, and transportation. WireCo WorldGroup has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, Germany, Portugal, and Poland, and sales offices in more than 20 countries. The company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
