FAQs
What is the role of the Senior Director of Data Activation at Marriott International?
The Senior Director of Data Activation will spearhead omni-channel and data-driven experience activations, transforming enterprise data into actionable opportunities that enhance customer experiences while delivering value for the organization and its stakeholders.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates should have ten or more years of professional experience with progressive growth in strategic and analytically/data-oriented roles, a 4-year degree from an accredited university, experience in team leadership, and the ability to lead and influence across multiple functional organizations.
What are the preferred educational qualifications for this role?
Preferred qualifications include a 4-year degree in a quantitative or technology discipline, a Master’s degree in Business Administration or Law, and management consulting experience.
What are the core activities involved in this role?
Core activities include educating and evangelizing the importance of data activation, identifying and prioritizing opportunities to leverage customer data, delivering and measuring the results of data activations, and leading a high-performing team.
Will this position require collaboration with other departments?
Yes, the role involves extensive collaboration with various departments, including IT, Global, Marketing, data engineering, analytics, and insights teams, to ensure efficient data delivery and activation.
What types of opportunities will the Senior Director be responsible for identifying?
The Senior Director will identify use cases and capabilities that leverage customer data for personalization at scale and deliver incremental business value.
What is the importance of the "Data Activation Day" mentioned in the job description?
The "Data Activation Day" is designed to evangelize data-driven initiatives and crowdsource new ideas and opportunities within the organization, promoting awareness and innovation in utilizing data.
What leadership qualities are expected from the ideal candidate for this role?
The ideal candidate should be a natural leader with the ability to sit at the intersection of strategy and execution, foster a collaborative culture, promote knowledge sharing, and develop a high-performing team.
Where is the position located?
The Senior Director of Data Activation position is located at Marriott International HQ in Bethesda, Maryland.
Is this position remote?
No, this position is not located remotely; it is based at the Marriott International headquarters.