AI Transformation Program Manager

Accountabilities

• • Define and execute the AI transformation roadmap in alignment with the broader digitalization and AI strategy.
  • Identify, structure, evaluate, and prioritize AI use cases based on expected business impact, feasibility, and scalability.
  • Own AI initiatives end-to-end, from opportunity discovery and business-case development through implementation, deployment, adoption, and value realization.
  • Translate business challenges and requirements into practical AI, automation, and data-driven solutions that can be deployed effectively within business operations.
  • Contribute directly to technical implementation, including automation, data pipelines, AI applications, and other AI-enabled solutions.
  • Train, educate, and empower employees to use AI tools responsibly and effectively within their respective functions.
  • Define and monitor KPIs covering implementation progress, adoption, business impact, and ROI.
  • Coordinate internal stakeholders and external technology or implementation partners to ensure high-quality and timely delivery.
  • Prepare executive-level decision memos, business cases, recommendations, and progress updates to support investment and prioritization decisions.
  • Lead the rollout and organizational adoption of AI solutions while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and further transformation.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in transformation, program management, or a comparable role involving end-to-end delivery responsibility.
  • Demonstrated ability to take AI or technology use cases from initial concept through implementation and measurable business outcomes.
  • Hands-on experience building and deploying AI solutions, rather than working exclusively in conceptual, advisory, or strategy-focused capacities.
  • Strong understanding of AI deployment and practical applications of AI within business environments.
  • Solid knowledge of modern development approaches, including Python or comparable programming technologies.
  • Experience with AI and LLM-based solutions and tools such as Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, Claude, or comparable platforms.
  • Ability to translate complex business problems into scalable AI, automation, or data-driven solutions.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions, organizational levels, and geographic regions.
  • Structured, pragmatic, analytical, and results-oriented approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Experience in manufacturing, intralogistics, industrial automation, or a related environment is advantageous.
  • Understanding of data structures, such as spare-parts data, or industrial technologies such as PLCs is a plus.
  • Fluent English communication skills; German language proficiency is an advantage.
  • Highly self-motivated, persistent, and comfortable taking initiative, setting ambitious goals, and following through on complex challenges.

  Benefits

  • Annual compensation range of $150,000–$195,000.
  • Medical and dental insurance premiums fully covered for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
  • Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
  • Additional vision, accident, and critical illness insurance options.
  • Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
  • Paid company holidays and additional flexible days.
  • Eligibility for a performance-based bonus through the Target Agreement Plan.
  • Opportunity to lead high-visibility AI transformation initiatives with significant organizational impact.
  • Collaborative environment focused on innovation, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement.