Job Description

The SA&I; APAC DM Transformation Leader will spearhead the transformation of Data Management capabilities and Multi -Country Projects across APAC, driving standardization, automation, AI adoption, quality excellence, and scalable delivery models. This role will be responsible for modernizing the end-to-end Data Management ecosystem, aligning regional execution with global standards while improving speed, quality, productivity, and commercial competitiveness. The need for stronger DM transformation, AI-led efficiencies, quality enhancement, and closer integration between regional and global operations is a key pillar of the APAC Operations Transformation agenda.
The role will act as the strategic bridge between APAC markets, Global Data Management, Global Operations, Quality, Technology, and Commercial teams to establish a future-ready AI-enabled Data Management function.

Key Responsibilities
Data Management Transformation Strategy
· Develop and execute the APAC Data Management Transformation roadmap.
· Define the future-state operating model for Data Management across APAC.




· Lead large-scale transformation initiatives across scripting, data processing, tabulation, quality control, automation, and reporting.
· Build a multi-year capability roadmap aligned with APAC growth priorities.
AI & Automation Enablement
· Drive adoption of Agentic AI, GenAI, workflow automation, and intelligent quality control solutions across DM operations.
· Partner with technology teams and external vendors to implement AI-enabled Data Processing and Survey Programming capabilities.
· Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, eliminate repetitive activities, and improve turnaround times.
· Build business cases and measure realized advantages from automation initiatives.
· Lead implementation of zero-touch or low-touch data management workflows.
Data Quality & Operational Excellence
· Establish robust data quality frameworks and governance standards.
· Drive continuous

📌 SA&I APAC Data Management (Pune)
🏢 Nielseniq
📍 Pune