VP, AI Innovation (Web Scraping)

Circana

14d•Remote

About The Position

Let’s be unstoppable together! Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set. At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com. Role Overview The SVP of AI Innovation – Web Scraping will lead the development and execution of Circana’s AI-enabled web scraping capabilities. This role is critical to acquiring external data assets that complement our existing datasets, enabling new services and market expansions. The SVP will establish an in-house team to reduce reliance on external vendors and ensure consistent, scalable data acquisition.

Requirements

Proven experience in web scraping and data acquisition at scale, with demonstrated use of AI/ML techniques.
Strong understanding of data engineering, machine learning, and adaptive algorithms.
Leadership experience building and managing technical teams.
Ability to pivot quickly and solve complex data challenges in dynamic environments.
Familiarity with compliance and data privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

10+ years in data engineering, AI/ML, or related fields.
Experience in retail, e-commerce, or consumer data industries.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership: Define and execute the vision for AI-driven web scraping, aligning with Circana’s broader data strategy.
Data Acquisition: Develop processes to identify, extract, and integrate data from external sources (e.g., retailer websites, inventory feeds) using advanced AI techniques.
Technology Enablement: Implement AI and machine learning models to enhance web crawling, data parsing, and classification of scraped content.
Compliance & Ethics: Ensure all scraping activities adhere to legal and ethical standards, using non-intrusive methods.
Team Building: Recruit and lead a specialized team focused on web scraping and AI innovation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, and analytics teams to deliver data assets for new services (e.g., country expansions, category coverage like pet industry).
Continuous Improvement: Monitor evolving technologies and adapt strategies to maintain efficiency and accuracy.