General Manager - Data Strategy (Mumbai)

About WPP Media WPP is the creative transformation company We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people planet clients and communities For more information visit wpp com WPP Media is WPP s global media collective In a world where media is everywhere and in everything we bring the best platform people and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth For more information visit wppmedia com At WPP Media we believe in the power of our culture and our people It s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP WPP Media s shared core values Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise Reporting of the role This role reports to Head of Data and Tech strategy Choreograph 3 best things about the job 1 You will be working in a fast -paced and a collaborative environment and have exposure to some of the latest tools and techniques around data tech and AI 2 You will be at the forefront of driving the data tech and AI agenda for some of the top advertisers of the country and unlock unprecedented value for them 3 You will be charting the roadmap around client strategies and help them with the design and implementation of strategies around data tech and AI In this role your goals will be In Three Months Take ownership of workstreams within larger projects and begin to contribute to solution design and start building direct client relationships Actively contribute to the design and architecture discussions for new data and AI solutions leveraging existing solutions and charting a go-to - market strategy for all products and services Focus on deepening expertise in specific cloud services ai frameworks data and ai solutions relevant to current projects and potential new projects In Six Months Take project leadership responsibility for of data tech and AI projects from scoping to deployment and all ancillary tasks Develop strong direct relationships with key client stakeholders acting as a primary point of contact for data tech and AI related discussions Contribution to identifying and articulating revenue potential for new clients and follow-on work for existing clients Contribution to revenue identification and proposals for new and existing clients and play an active role in deal closures In Twelve Months Independently lead end-to-end projects drive strategic discussions and become a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams Actively participate in strategic client discussions identifying new opportunities for data and AI and contributing to potential new revenue workstreams Direct contribution to winning new client engagements and identification and successful conversion of upsell cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts What your day job looks like at GroupM Meeting with clients and internal teams to understand their business challenges goals and current data landscape Proactively identifying how data tech and AI can solve client problems or create new value Contributing to and leading the creation of compelling solutions and proposals for clients Contributing to and developing project plans timelines resource estimates task management and tracking of project plan progress with delivery teams Continuously learning new tools frameworks and methodologies in the space of data tech and AI Contribution to internal or external articles presentations or workshops in the data and AI space What you ll bring Strategic and critical thinking wherein one connects data tech and AI solutions to broader business objectives and seeing the big picture Creative problem solver wherein one is able to devise innovative and effective solutions to unique client problems often with imperfect data or resources Self-starter attitude who takes ownership of tasks and projects with minimal supervision Establishing credibility with clients and seen as an expert and trusted advisor in this space Strong inter -personal skills to work with diverse internal teams and manage conflict resolution Business acumen to recognise how data and AI solutions impact a client s bottom line and overall business success Minimum qualifications The ideal candidate should be seasoned strategic and client-focused Data and AI skilled who seamlessly bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and tangible business value particularly within the dynamic marketing landscape 12 years of experience in data tech or AI consulting roles preferably within an agency consulting mar- tech setting Demonstrated ability to translate complex business problems into clear actionable data and AI solutions Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams at .