Director, Product Data - Montréal, Canada - Knewin

Description

Summary

Assent is the leading solution for supply chain sustainability tailored for the world's top-tier, sustainability-driven manufacturers. Hidden risks riddle supply chains, many of which weren't built with sustainability in mind. That's where we step in. With insights from experts, Assent is the tool manufacturers trust for comprehensive sustainability.

We've grown from $5 million to $85 million ARR in just six years. With our recent $350 million funding led by Vista Equity Partners, we're poised for even greater expansion and are on the lookout for outstanding team members.

Being a Certified B Corporation, we don't just advocate for sustainability - we live it. This certification underscores our commitment to environmental, social, and governance excellence. At Assent, your work will directly amplify transparency, sustainability, and fair practices worldwide.

Hybrid Work Model

At Assent, we proudly embrace a remote-first work model, valuing the flexibility and autonomy it provides our team. We also acknowledge the intangible benefits of occasional in-person workdays. For team members situated within 50 kms/31 miles of our five global offices in Ottawa, Eldoret, Penang, Columbus, and Amsterdam, you can expect to come into the office one day a week. Similarly, those near our co-working spaces in Nairobi and Toronto are encouraged to work onsite once a month.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to spearhead our AI/ML-driven product strategy in supply chain sustainability management. As the industry leader in this domain, providing our customers with actionable insights into their supply chain sustainability posture is pivotal. In this role, you will be at the forefront of identifying, developing, and implementing AI/ML solutions that not only drive business value and operational efficiency but also establish a competitive edge for our company in supply chain sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive product data strategy that is aligned with product development goals, organizational objectives, and our AI/ML aspirations.
• Strategize and lead the implementation of AI/ML-driven initiatives within our supply chain sustainability products, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Establish key performance metrics for data and insights deliverables, providing regular reports to senior management and product teams.
• Forge and maintain cross-functional partnerships to uncover opportunities for leveraging AI/ML in enhancing supply chain sustainability, evaluating solution feasibility and impact.
• Guide the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated AI/ML models and solutions, with a focus on optimizing for supply chain sustainability risk management.
• Stay abreast of advancements in AI/ML and data science, advocating for the adoption of innovative technologies that can advance our sustainability initiatives.
• Lead and nurture a team of AI/ML professionals, fostering an environment of growth, innovation, collaboration, and excellence in delivering impactful AI/ML projects.
• Collaborate on data governance and ethical AI/ML standards, ensuring our AI/ML practices enhance our supply chain sustainability efforts responsibly and transparently.

• Advanced degree preferred in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields. Recent experience emphasizing AI/ML applications is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in leading data and AI/ML strategy, with a proven portfolio of successful implementations in SaaS products, preferably within sustainability or supply chain domains.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing technology teams, with a track record of mentoring and driving teams towards achieving strategic objectives.
• Strong collaborative and influencing skills, capable of driving cross-functional initiatives and fostering partnerships to support AI/ML projects.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities, coupled with the capacity to articulate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability and agility in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic setting, with a passion for innovation and sustainable practices.

Life at Assent

Wellness: We believe that you and your family's well being is important. As a result, we offer vacation time that increases with tenure, comprehensive benefits packages (details vary by country), life leave days and more.

Financial Benefits: It's not all about the money - well, it's a little about the money. We understand that financial health is important and we offer a competitive base salary, a corporate bonus program, retirement savings options and more.

Life at Assent: There is purpose beyond your work. We provide our team members with flexible work options, volunteer days and opportunities to get involved in corporate giving initiatives.

Lifelong Learning: At Assent, curiosity is not only valued but encouraged. You will receive professional development days that are available to you the day you start.

Find Your Balance with Us: We get it - you need work and life to mesh in a way that feels right for you. That's why we're big on remote work and flexibility. But hey, if you're within 50 kms/31 miles of our main hubs in Ottawa, Eldoret, Penang, Columbus, or Amsterdam, we do ask that you pop into the office just once a week. And for our folks near the co-working spots in Nairobi and Toronto? A monthly visit is all we ask.

At Assent, we are committed to growing and sustaining an environment where our team members feel included, valued, and heard. Our diversity and equal opportunity practices are guided and championed by our Diversity and Inclusion Working Group and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion includes recruiting and retaining team members from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and fostering a culture of belonging where all team members are included, treated with dignity and respect, promoted on their merits, and placed in positions to contribute to business success.

If you require assistance or accommodation throughout any part of the interview and selection process, please contact and we will be happy to help.