APAC Head of Data, Analytics & Technology

Avolta seeks an APAC Head of Data, Analytics & Technology to lead strategic technology adoption and data excellence across the region, reporting to the APAC CFO and Global SVPs.

This director-level position provides strategic leadership for technology adoption, data excellence, and advanced analytics capabilities throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The role ensures that modern technology solutions, high-quality data, and actionable insights drive business growth, operational efficiency, and customer engagement. The incumbent maintains matrix reporting lines to the APAC Chief Financial Officer and functionally to Global SVPs of Data & Analytics and Technology.

Responsibilities

• Align regional initiatives with global DAT strategies to support business growth in APAC.
• Deliver integrated technology and data solutions that address specific regional challenges.
• Establish a cohesive, end-to-end operating model for data, analytics, and technology across the region.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the APAC senior leadership team.
• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing regional DAT teams.
• Champion data literacy and enhance analytical and digital capabilities across the organization.
• Manage technology solution rollouts for mergers and acquisitions, business expansion, and regional transformation.
• Oversee the integrity, consistency, and governance of master data.
• Lead the delivery of day-to-day reporting, dashboards, and insights for regional business decision-making.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and relevant performance reporting for the APAC CEO and senior leadership team.
• Leverage advanced analytics to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and scale customer and market insights capabilities.
• Manage the regional IT operations team to deliver stable, sustainable, and high-quality operational support.
• Monitor overall performance of IT operations and provide periodic reporting to the Global SVP of Technology.

Requirements

• More than 15 years of experience in Data, Analytics & Technology or related business fields.
• At least 5 years in a senior manager role.
• Proven track record in leading technology programs, master data management, analytics strategy, and delivering insights at scale.
• Strong experience partnering with senior executives and influencing strategic decisions.
• Expertise in modern technologies, data platforms, analytics tools, and industry evolutions applicable to retail and F&B industry.
• Ability to communicate and simplify technical terms for business stakeholders and concisely to leadership teams.

Nice to have

• Deep understanding of the Travel Retail industry, APAC markets, and regional business dynamics.

What the company offers

• Opportunity for a dynamic, international career where contributions matter.
• Endless opportunities for collaboration and growth.
• Culture that values teamwork, development, and innovation.

About the company

Avolta is a global company driven by passion, innovation, and excellence with a diverse workforce. People are empowered to make an impact, and sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in the strategy.

• Global company driven by passion, innovation, and excellence with a diverse workforce.
• People are empowered to make an impact.
• Sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in the strategy.