Director, Data Analytics & AI

Job description

At Pioneer Management Consulting, we believe people are at the heart of every successful transformation.

We started Pioneer in 2009 with a simple idea: create jobs people love, serve companies we admire, and fund start-ups that are driving innovative good in the world.

Built on our three core values; Humble, Hungry, Connected, we deliver world-class consulting with small-town heart and hustle.

We are an elite team of problem solvers who unabashedly love business.
We partner with clients to solve critical business challenges while fostering environments where individuals and teams can thrive.

Team Pioneer brings curiosity, empathy, and expertise to every interaction, ensuring that change is not only implemented but embraced.

When you join Pioneer, you become part of a collaborative, supportive community dedicated to making a real difference.

We’re a team of moms, dads, coaches, explorers, and creators who do meaningful work together.


As Director of Data, Analytics & AI, you will lead and shape Pioneer’s integrated data, analytics, and AI practice by delivering high-impact client solutions and scaling capabilities across the firm.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping offerings, refining strategy, driving business development, and building a world-class team.

This role blends technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership to position Pioneer as a trusted consulting partner across the full spectrum of data, analytics, and AI.


Responsibilities

Deliver Early Client Impact

+ Lead the successful delivery of Pioneer’s data, analytics, and AI engagements, applying modern solutions to solve complex client challenges.

+ Demonstrate clear business value through hands-on execution, actionable insights, and close client collaboration.

Build and Develop the Team

+ Recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing data, analytics, and AI team capable of executing and scaling solutions across projects.

+ Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence within the practice.

Shape Integrated Offerings

+ Partner with general managers and national practice directors to identify opportunities across data platforms, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled products and services.

+ Integrate these capabilities into Pioneer’s broader consulting portfolio to enhance client outcomes and market differentiation.

Refine Our Strategy

+ Collaborate with senior leaders to evolve the firm’s data, analytics, and AI roadmap in ways that align with emerging technologies, client needs, and market trends.

+ Champion responsible practices around data governance, analytics transparency, and ethical AI to build trust and sustainable competitive advantage.

Drive Business Development

+ Work closely with Pioneer leaders, marketing, and sales teams to develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for data, analytics, and AI services.

+ Identify new markets and client segments, support sales enablement, and position Pioneer as a leading advisory partner.

+ Represent Pioneer at industry events and contribute thought leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Innovation

+ Collaborate with delivery and marketing teams to ensure data and analytics insights drive service development and client engagement strategies.

+ Promote experimentation with emerging technologies to maintain Pioneer’s innovation edge.

Data, Analytics & Technology Integration

+ Partner closely with data engineering, cloud, and IT teams to ensure scalable, secure, and robust architectures that operationalize data, analytics, and AI solutions.

+ Emphasize building strong data foundations that enable advanced analytics and AI outcomes.

Requirements


+ 10+ years of professional experience working in data, analytics, and/or AI in a project management, engineering, development, or consulting role.



+ 5+ years of relevant experience in an external consulting or industry role, with demonstrated success leading teams in data, analytics, and/or AI delivery.



+ Proven track record of delivering production-ready analytics platforms and/or AI solutions preferred.




Technical Expertise:


+ Strong foundation in modern data platforms, architecture, and analytics solutions (e.g., Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Power BI).



+ Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Copilot Studio (building custom copilots, leveraging plugins/connectors).



+ Proficiency in Azure AI services (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Bot Framework).



+ Strong skills in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) and/or low-code development environments.



+ Familiarity with REST APIs, GraphQL, and integration architectures.





Consulting Mindset: Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, with an emphasis on clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving.

Responsible for driving practice performance by managing consultant utilization, aligning staffing with project demands, and ensuring teams consistently meet or exceed practice financial and delivery satisfaction targets.

Builder’s Spirit: You enjoy creating — not just maintaining — and thrive in fast-paced environments where curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration are key.



Ethical Awareness: Working knowledge of responsible practices across data governance, security standards, privacy requirements, and responsible AI.




Bonus Points If You Also Bring:


+ Familiarity with Copilot extensions for Dynamics 365, Teams, or SharePoint.



+ Skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, SQL, or other relevant languages.



+ Knowledge of industry-specific applications in data, analytics, or AI (e.g., Utilities, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services).




Benefits

Pioneer is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes meaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) including employer match, tuition reimbursement, and a broad range of health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability, etc.
The estimated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $220,000 annually.

This range is unique to every candidate, and is based on skillset, years of experience, and breadth of knowledge.

This may differ from location to location.

Bonuses and other incentives are awarded at the Company's discretion and are based upon individual contributions and overall company performance.

Required Skill Profession

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