Director, Strategic Insights & Analytics

Job Description Summary: At The Coca‑Cola Company, we operate at the intersection of data, innovation, and strategy to advance growth and create value for consumers, customers, and communities. The Director, Strategic Insights & Analytics is a pivotal role within our North America Operating Unit, designed for a leader who can transform complex, multi-source data into actionable recommendations that shape enterprise decisions and unlock new business opportunities.This position demands strategic thinking coupled with advanced analytical expertise. You will independently lead high-impact analytical workstreams focused on assessing marketplace dynamics, understanding consumer behavior, and guiding commercial priorities. Acting as a thought partner to senior leadership, you will transform ambiguous business questions into structured solutions and build compelling narratives that translate insights into action. If you have a passion for analytics, innovation, and influencing business direction through data-driven storytelling, this role provides the opportunity to create meaningful business impact while shaping the future of Coca‑Cola in North America.What You’ll Do for UsStrategic Thinking & Business Impact: Apply structured problem-solving and strategic analysis to frame key business questions, connect insights across functions, and generate actionable recommendations.Monitor macro trends, consumer behavior, and competitive activity to anticipate risk and inform business strategies.Utilize scenario planning and predictive frameworks to evaluate alternatives and guide leadership decisions.Advanced Analytics & Insight Generation: Own analytical workstreams that integrate diverse internal datasets and third-party sources—consumer panels, syndicated data, transactional records—to produce performance insights and growth strategies.Apply advanced methods, including AI-enabled analytics and forecasting tools, to accelerate data processing and improve predictive accuracy.Evaluate emerging datasets, methodologies, and external solutions to ensure quality and scalability of insights.Translate findings into practical recommendations supported by measurable KPIs and quantifiable outcomes.Executive Storytelling & Influence: Develop clear, compelling executive presentations and data visualizations that articulate insights with strategic relevance.Influence senior stakeholders through insight-driven recommendations, aligning priorities and enabling informed decision-making.Build collaborative partnerships with Marketing, Category, Finance, RGM, and Commercial teams to ensure integration of insights across business processes.Project/Stakeholder Leadership: Manage complex projects from definition through delivery, driving timelines, stakeholder engagement, and prioritization across competing initiatives.Ensure alignment between analytical outputs and enterprise objectives while maintaining a proactive approach in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.Requirements & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Analytics, Statistics, Marketing, Finance, Data Science, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.5+ years of experience in strategy, decision sciences, consumer insights, business intelligence, or consulting in consumer-packaged goods, retail, beverage, or related sectors.Expertise in managing large-scale, highly granular datasets; proficiency with syndicated sources (IRI, Nielsen), customer analytics, and consumer research tools.Proven ability to assess data quality, understand sampling methodologies, and integrate multiple data streams into cohesive narratives.Familiarity with generative AI applications and AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) for automation and analytical acceleration.Advanced knowledge of analytical platforms and visualization tools; strong SQL/Excel skills for data management and interpretation.Exceptional ability to communicate insights through executive-ready deliverables, compelling storytelling, and fact-based recommendations.Strong collaboration skills with experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.Intellectual curiosity and adaptability with demonstrated capacity to manage ambiguity and competing priorities with urgency and discipline.What We’ll Do for YouProvide opportunities to lead enterprise-impacting projects that shape Coca‑Cola’s growth strategy and commercial priorities.Equip you with advanced analytics platforms and emerging AI technologies to accelerate insight generation and decision quality.Offer exposure to senior leadership and integrated business teams, positioning you as a trusted advisor on strategic initiatives.Support continuous development with a culture of learning, innovation, and opportunity for advancement in an evolving business landscape.The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.Skills:Advanced Analytics, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence Technologies, Business Case Development, Consumer Knowledge, Creative Problem-Solving, Data Integration, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Executive Communications, Forecasting, Market Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Quality Analysis, Scenario Planning, Stakeholder Management, Syndicated Research, Team CollaborationPay Range:United States of America: 164,000 USD - 193,000 USDBase pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.Location(s):United States of AmericaCity/Cities:AtlantaTravel Required:00% - 25%Relocation Provided:NoJob Posting End Date:August 28, 2026Our Purpose and Growth Culture:We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.SummaryLocation: US - GA - AtlantaType: Full time