Head of Advanced Analytics & Insights

Why should you join our team?

American AgCredit offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a national financial system supporting those who feed, clothe and fuel the world. We are a growing organization embracing collaboration and innovation while delivering transformative solutions. American AgCredit provides a cultivating environment where you truly make a difference for our customers and teams.

Benefits offered by American AgCredit:

• Commitment to agriculture and the communities we serve
• Family friendly work environment
• Investment in employee development
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Outstanding 401k - automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation accrued at 26 days annually, Sick Days accrued at 15 days annually, 12 paid holidays, plus 16 hours of volunteer time)
• Competitive Incentive Compensation Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• The position is bonus eligible based on association and personal performance

Position will be posted until filled.

The Head of Advanced Analytics & Insights plays a key role in the development and execution of the strategy for data analytics across the Association to drive business outcomes and deliver measurable value. This role partners with executives and department leaders to provide strategic solutions leveraging advanced analytics, reporting, and AI capabilities. Exceptional communication and storytelling skills are essential to translate complex data insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership and the Board. The position oversees multiple sub-departments ensuring data is treated as a strategic asset to accelerate insights, automate processes, and support revenue growth.

• Be part of leading the development and implementation of enterprise-wide analytics and AI strategies, standards, and governance.
• Communicate complex analytics concepts clearly and effectively to all levels of management and the Board.
• Engage cross-functional stakeholders to align analytics initiatives with business objectives and culture.
• Offers thought leadership to direct teams in formulating practical, results-driven solutions. Utilizes data analytics to improve member engagement, refine lending strategies, and provide customized offerings.
• Drive innovation in analytics methodologies, fostering a culture of experimentation and continuous learning.
• Partner with external vendors to integrate new data sources and advanced solutions.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to define short- and long-term roadmaps for data platforms and architecture.
• Oversee CECL, stress testing, and scorecard model development and operations.
• Champion responsible AI practices, ensuring fairness, transparency, and ethical use of data.
• Drive organizational data literacy and foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making.
• Manage budgets and resource planning for analytics initiatives.
• Mentor and develop team members to advance organizational analytics and AI capabilities.
• Monitor industry trends and incorporate best practices into the analytics environment.

• Ensure analytics practices meet applicable regulatory, audit, privacy, and cybersecurity standards; lead remediation and audit readiness.
• Lead succession planning and career development for analytics teams.

• Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to simplify complex data concepts and influence decisions at all organizational levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Align analytics initiatives with business objectives and long-term goals.
• Leadership & Team Development: Build, mentor, and retain high-performing analytics teams.
• Bilingual: Business and Data Science
• Business Acumen: Understand organizational priorities and translate them into actionable analytics strategies.
• Innovation & Adaptability: Embrace emerging technologies and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaboration: Partner effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Action Oriented: Demonstrates urgency and decisiveness in driving initiatives forward, while delivering practical, impactful results.

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Quantitative Finance, Data Science, Analytics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in data analytics leadership roles, preferably in financial services or related industries
• Proven track record of developing and executing enterprise analytics strategies.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex concepts and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
• Experience with CECL, stress testing, and credit risk modeling.
• Expertise in advanced analytics, AI/ML, and modern data platforms.

• Familiarity with GenAI applications in business analytics.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS/ PhD in Economics, Quantitative Finance, Data Science, Analytics, or related field).

PAY RANGE:

This range is reflective of the national salary average for this position and will be adjusted using geographic variance for physical location of the hired candidate. American AgCredit may compensate outside of the salary range for bona fide reasons not related to membership in a protected class.

• Reflected is the national base pay range and title offered for this job at the current level.

• Compensation, title, and job level may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location.

• Salary offered, within the applicable range, is one component of the total rewards package offered to candidates.

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

American AgCredit provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. American AgCredit prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.

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