Director Data Strategy (Mensch)

We are representing a confidential global media and marketing organization seeking a Director Data Strategy for Germany. This is a senior leadership role for someone ready to shape end-to-end data strategy for major clients, lead a talented team of data strategists, and drive commercial growth through first-party data, AI-driven planning, and audience-first approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of data strategists across multiple German markets
• Own end-to-end data strategy for focus clients, translating data potential into measurable business outcomes (growth, efficiency, effectiveness)
• Design and execute modern advertising technology roadmaps including data clean rooms, CDPs, DSPs, and AI-powered audience products
• Serve as strategic advisor to marketing, media, data, and commerce decision-makers at client organizations
• Develop audience-first strategies across first-party, second-party, and third-party data ecosystems
• Build market-ready playbooks and standards for audience strategies, governance, and decision frameworks
• Facilitate strategy workshops to strengthen data literacy and cross-team collaboration
• Drive new business development in data strategy, ensure commercial viability, and identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities
• Position the organization as a thought leader through executive briefings, case studies, and points of view
• Champion inclusive leadership, diversity, and a culture of accountability and collaboration
• Coordinate with analytics, data science, technology consulting, and product enablement teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Influence global product roadmaps by bringing market requirements into the conversation

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in data-driven marketing, media, consulting, or AdTech/MarTech
• At least 2–3 years of proven disciplinary and functional leadership experience developing teams
• Deep understanding of data infrastructures, data clean rooms (e.g., InfoSum), CDPs, DSPs, tagging, analytics, and AI/ML concepts in marketing
• Hands-on expertise applying first-party, second-party, and third-party data in collaboration and activation scenarios
• Strong knowledge of measurement, incrementality frameworks, and agile project and change management
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a clear vision for your area of influence and excellent client and colleague standing
• Collaborative matrix networker comfortable engaging across all hierarchy levels with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain complex topics simply and build trust with client and agency counterparts
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree is a plus
• Fluency in German and English

How We Work with You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and fit for the role. If there is alignment, we will submit your profile to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication flows through Get A Job.ai to ensure a smooth and professional process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.