Julio Peironcely (Global Director of Insights & Analytics at Danone)On this episode of The Data Storytellers podcast, we delve into the intersection of data, technology, and human capital with Julio Peironcely, the Global Director of Insights and Analytics in Procurement at Danone. Julio shares his journey from academia to spearheading data initiatives at a multinational corporation, highlighting the critical role of data in enhancing global procurement strategies. We discuss the challenges of embedding data-driven practices within a global enterprise, the importance of cross-functional collaboration, and ethical considerations in the deployment of AI and machine learning to streamline operations and drive sustainability.Connect with us:• Website: https://thedatastorytellers.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-data-storytellers• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2N0vZtHZHgod4Tll2LX2xa• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9e56lhYUfORiOHMiLlPmA• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-data-storytellers-podcast/id149376647600:00 - Introduction to Julio Peironcely and his role at Danone00:58 - Transition from PhD research to corporate data science03:28 - Founding of Data Fader and consulting experiences06:01 - Challenges and strategic objectives in transforming procurement with data at Danone14:09 - The role of analytics translators in bridging data science and business needs21:59 - Strategies for managing expectations and promoting data ethics in business practices28:40 - Leveraging data to support sustainability and operational efficiency at Danone39:44 - Leadership insights: Balancing assertiveness and humility in data management50:25 - Conclusion and final thoughts on the future of data in business