Job Summary:

The Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will lead our AI initiatives and drive innovation across the organization. This role will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of AI, overseeing the design and implementation of machine learning and AI systems, and managing a team of talented engineers, researchers, and data scientists. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership and business acumen to deliver impactful AI solutions aligned with organizational goals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

·      AI Strategy & Leadership Define and execute the company’s AI roadmap aligned with business priorities. Evaluate and prioritize AI opportunities across departments (e.g., product, operations, customer service). Champion the adoption of AI technologies and foster a culture of innovation.

·      Team Management Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of AI professionals. Promote professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.

·      Project Oversight Lead end-to-end development of AI/ML models and systems, from ideation to deployment. Oversee data collection, cleaning, and management practices to support AI initiatives. Ensure timely delivery and scalability of AI solutions.

·      Collaboration & Communication Work cross-functionally with product managers, engineers, analysts, and stakeholders. Translate complex AI concepts into clear business impacts for executive audiences.

·      Compliance & Ethics Establish ethical guidelines and ensure compliance with data privacy and AI regulations. Mitigate risks associated with AI deployment (bias, explainability, security, etc.).

·      Lead or support key improvement projects across different departments, ensuring timelines, budgets, and outcomes are met.

• Track and report on project performance, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up on action items.
• Provide guidance and expertise in the implementation of new processes, systems, and technologies.

·      Foster an environment of innovation and collaboration, encouraging cross-functional teams to drive improvement initiatives.

·      Lead or support key improvement projects across different departments, ensuring timelines, budgets, and outcomes are met.

• Track and report on project performance, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up on action items.
• Provide guidance and expertise in the implementation of new processes, systems, and technologies.

·      Other duties assigned:

Assist with warehouse tasks and other duties as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the shipping department.

Required Skills/Abilities:

·      Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

·      Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a team.

·      Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.

·      Proficient in warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

·      Proven leadership and team development skills.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and vendors.

·      Strong understanding of machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and generative AI models.

·      Proven experience delivering large-scale AI/ML solutions in production environments.

·      Proficiency with programming languages and frameworks such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Education and Experience:

·      Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

·      8+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or AI-related fields, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

     Physical Requirements:

·      Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

·      Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times. 

Core Competencies:

·       Communication- Directors need to be able to communicate well with both employees and upper management to convey information and expectations

·      Conflict resolution- need to be able to resolve conflicts within teams or with stakeholders to maintain a harmonious work environment.

·      Strategic thinking needs to be able to step back from day-to-day operations and consider the organization.

·      Recruitment- By identifying and prioritizing the most important skills and behaviors needed, companies can improve the quality of their hires, making sure they align with the company’s goals and culture.

·      Performance Management-Having clear core competencies with defined proficiency levels helps companies set specific performance goals.

·      Training and Development- help employees develop the specific skills and knowledge that are critical to the organization’s success.

·      Emotional Intelligence- Manages emotions and responds appropriately to others.

·      Entrepreneurial- Develops new ideas and initiatives for growth.

·      Business Acumen-Analyses financial reports and contributes to budget planning. P&L Responsibility.

·      Leadership- Inspires and motivates larger teams, manages performance.

·      Organizational Skills-Coordinates multiple projects efficiently.

·      Personal Development-Actively pursues learning and skills improvement.

·      Risk Management- Manages and mitigates risks in projects.

·      Strategic Planning- Able to develop functional strategies.

·      Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Goals — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish the goals of the organization.

·      Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.