• Governance & Trust: Architected the first formal Data Governance Framework; consolidated 20+ fragmented data silos into a centralized Semantic Layer (GCP), increasing self-service adoption from 5% to 60% and ensuring 100% KPI alignment.
• Operating Model (Hub-and-Spoke): Orchestrated the transition from "Shadow IT" to a scalable operating model, automating Data Quality (DQ) checks and reducing manual reporting effort by 40%.
• Executive Advisory: Primary data advisor to the CFO & CEO; pivoted the internal narrative from "Data as a Cost Center" to "Strategic Revenue Enabler."

In this leadership role, I managed a team of six BI and Data Science professionals, overseeing the delivery of analytics solutions for global clients. My focus was on effective project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and team development.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Team Leadership: Led a team of 6 in delivering scalable BI and Data Science solutions.
• Project Management: Handled resource and cost management for an international BI transformation program.
• Technical Leadership: Acted as both developer and team lead on key projects, including the development of a Semantic Layer on BigQuery and front-end interfaces with MicroStrategy.
• Community Development: Initiated and led a cross-country community to upskill Supply Chain counterparts in Google Cloud and Data Mesh concepts, fostering a data-driven culture.