Director, Data Strategy & AI Enablement

YORK1•Toronto, ON

About The Position

The Director, Data Strategy & AI Enablement is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and executing YORK1’s enterprise-wide data, analytics, and artificial intelligence strategy. This role leads the transformation of YORK1’s data ecosystem into a modern, scalable, and insight-driven environment that enables operational efficiency, strategic decision-making, and innovation. The incumbent will oversee enterprise data governance, business intelligence, advanced analytics, and AI/RPA enablement across all business systems, including ERP platforms such as Trux, Nylus, Jonas, HubSpot, and others. A key focus of this role is driving digital transformation through automation, predictive analytics, and AI adoption aligned with YORK1’s strategic growth objectives. This role also provides leadership over SharePoint-based intranet systems, enterprise reporting frameworks, and digitization initiatives, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and security across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
8+ years of progressive experience in data management, analytics, ERP systems, or enterprise technology roles.
Strong experience in enterprise data strategy, governance, and analytics leadership.
Proven expertise in SharePoint administration and enterprise content management.
Advanced knowledge of SQL and relational database systems.
Demonstrated experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and data visualization frameworks.
Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, and RPA technologies and their business applications.
Experience leading enterprise digital transformation initiatives.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Commitment to continuous learning in emerging technologies including AI, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

Define and lead York1’s enterprise data strategy, governance framework, and roadmap.
Oversee data architecture, integration, and consolidation across multiple ERP and business systems.
Establish and enforce data quality standards, metadata management, and master data governance.
Ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance data environments that support business growth.
Lead enterprise reporting, dashboards, and analytics delivery across business units.
Develop predictive analytics capabilities to support forecasting, operational planning, and decision-making.
Oversee the design and delivery of data visualization solutions and executive reporting frameworks.
Monitor KPIs and ensure consistent, trusted reporting across all functions.
Develop and execute York1’s AI and automation strategy, including RPA implementation.
Identify and prioritize AI use cases to improve operational efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity.
Partner with business leaders to embed AI-driven insights into core workflows and decision-making processes.
Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including machine learning and intelligent automation tools.
Provide strategic oversight of ERP and business systems including Trux, Nylus, Jonas, HubSpot, and others.
Ensure system integration supports a unified data ecosystem and single source of truth.
Collaborate with IT leadership to modernize legacy systems and enable scalable digital platforms.
Align system capabilities with business transformation and operational needs.
Oversee the architecture, governance, and optimization of York1’s SharePoint-based intranet.
Drive digitization of paper-based workflows and manual business processes.
Enhance collaboration tools and knowledge management systems across the organization.
Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning using data-driven insights.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on data initiatives, AI adoption, and digital transformation progress.
Act as a trusted advisor on data, analytics, and automation strategy.
Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and cybersecurity standards.
Oversee system access controls, audit processes, and data protection protocols.
Ensure all data and system changes follow formal change management processes and are fully documented.
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of data analysts, engineers, systems specialists, and IT professionals (onshore and offshore).
Provide mentorship, performance management, and technical leadership.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability.