Senior Director BI, Data & Analytics

Lead Sonova's Global Data & Analytics Transformation

Sonova is seeking an experienced Senior Director, BI, Data & Analytics to lead the company's global data and analytics organization. Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer (CDO), this executive role will define and execute Sonova's enterprise-wide data strategy, driving business value through analytics, AI, modern data platforms, and data governance.

This is a highly strategic leadership position responsible for transforming the organization into a truly data-driven enterprise while enabling innovation, operational excellence, and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global enterprise data and analytics strategy.
• Lead and scale a centralized global Data & Analytics organization, managing direct and indirect teams across multiple regions.
• Establish enterprise-wide data governance, data architecture standards, and operating models.
• Drive adoption of modern cloud-based data platforms, AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics capabilities.
• Partner closely with executive leadership, IT, and business functions to identify and prioritize high-value data initiatives.
• Lead enterprise data transformation programs, ensuring measurable business outcomes and value realization.
• Build and oversee scalable data engineering, data science, business intelligence, and analytics capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to monetize data and develop innovative data products.
• Manage external technology partners and strategic vendors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives on data strategy, AI opportunities, governance, investment decisions, and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or another quantitative discipline.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence, or Digital organizations.
• Proven success leading enterprise-wide data transformation in large, global organizations.
• Experience developing and executing enterprise data strategy and digital architecture roadmaps.
• Strong background in data governance, data management, enterprise analytics, and modern cloud data platforms.
• Demonstrated experience leading Data Engineering, Data Science, Business Intelligence, and Analytics teams.
• Experience redesigning operating models, organizational capabilities, and data functions.
• Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, and advanced analytics solutions.
• Experience managing large global teams, external vendors, and strategic technology partnerships.
• Commercial mindset with experience identifying business value from data and analytics investments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Fluent English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within healthcare, medical devices, life sciences, or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of international regulatory environments.
• German language skills are advantageous.

Location

• This role can be based in Berlin, Singapore or Staefa

Leadership Profile

We are looking for a visionary leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence. The successful candidate will inspire global teams, influence senior stakeholders, and create a culture where data becomes a strategic asset across the enterprise.

You are an influential executive with the ability to simplify complex topics, build strong cross-functional partnerships, challenge the status quo, and drive meaningful business transformation through data, analytics, and AI.

Why Join Sonova?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of enterprise data and analytics within a global market leader. You will play a pivotal role in defining the company's data vision, enabling AI-driven decision making, and creating sustainable competitive advantage through world-class data capabilities.