PuAbout the role : /u The Head of Data will lead AC Milan’s data strategy, driving AI, analytics, and technology adoption to optimize fan engagement, commercial growth, and performance analytics. /ppThis role will ensure a centralized data and KPIs approach, integrating insights across departments to unlock long-term value. /ppbKey Responsibilities : /b /pulliDefine AC Milan’s Data AI Strategy – Establish short and long-term data and AI vision, including budget planning, investment priorities, and ROI measurement. /liliBuild a Unified Data Ecosystem – Partner with all business teams to standardize data governance and business KPIs, ensuring consistency across the club. /liliOwn Data Tech Strategy – Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, budget approval, and integration of data and AI tools across the organization. /liliDrive Commercial Impact – Collaborate with commercial teams to deploy AI-driven solutions that enhance fan monetization, ticketing, sponsorships, and sports analytics. /liliLead Implementation Adoption – Oversee the technical build and ensure seamless business integration, embedding data-driven solutions into daily operations. /liliMeasure Optimize ROI – Continuously track, analyze, and report on the impact of data initiatives, ensuring alignment with AC Milan’s business objectives. /liliTeam Management — Build and manage a team of talented data individuals (e.g., data engineers, data analysts, AI engineers) /li /ulpbExperience Skills Required : /b /pli5+ years of experience in data analytics, preferably in sports, entertainment, or customer-centric industries. /liliStrong expertise in data governance, business intelligence (e.g., KPIs standardization), and AI-driven implementations. /liliExperience leading cross-functional projects, working closely with marketing, commercial, and performance teams. /liliExperience with deploying AI models and implementing into core business processes. /liliFast-paced and results oriented. /liliAble to drive and monitor tangible business impact. /liliHands-on skills in SQL, Python, data warehouses (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake) and cloud data platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure). /liliPrior experience in fan engagement, customer analytics, or revenue optimization is a strong plus. /liliExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business recommendations. /liliFluent in English and Italian (preferred but not mandatory). /liliEurope based (Milan preferred) /lipbAbout AC Milan : /b /ppAC Milan is a professional football club based in Milan, Italy, founded in 1899. With more than 550 million fans around the world, the club stands as one of the most iconic and widely supported brands in global sport. /ppOn the pitch, AC Milan is the second most successful club in European football history, with a record that includes seven UEFA Champions League titles, a joint-record five UEFA Super Cups, and two Winners’ Cups. Domestically, the club has claimed 19 Serie A titles, five Coppa Italia trophies, and eight Italian Super Cups. /ppThe team plays its home matches at San Siro—also known as Stadio Giuseppe Meazza—the largest stadium in Italy, with a capacity of 75,000. Shared with city rivals FC Internazionale, San Siro is one of the most storied venues in global football. /ppIn June 2022, RedBird Capital Partners acquired a controlling stake in AC Milan. Under its leadership, the club is pursuing an ambitious strategy to return to the summit of European football, driven by innovation, global fan engagement, and sustained commercial growth. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr