[Remote] AI Transformation Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader specializing in intralogistics technologies, including conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation, and distribution. The AI Transformation Program Manager will lead AI transformation across BEUMER North America by identifying and prioritizing high-impact use cases, managing end-to-end implementation, and driving measurable business value. The role also involves educating teams, developing AI and data solutions, tracking adoption and ROI, and coordinating stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the AI transformation roadmap in alignment with the global Digitalization & AI Office
• Works closely with the BEUMER North America team to train, educate, and empower the team members to use AI sensibly in their area of responsibility
• Identify, structure, and prioritize AI use cases based on business impact and feasibility
• Own end-to-end implementation of AI initiatives, from idea and business case to deployment and value realization
• Translate business requirements into concrete AI and data solutions, ensuring operational applicability
• Actively contribute to hands-on implementation (e.g. automation, data pipelines, AI applications)
• Define and track KPIs to measure progress, adoption, and ROI
• Manage internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure delivery quality and speed
• Prepare decision memos, business cases, and recommendations for executive management
• Support rollout and adoption of AI solutions across the organization

Skills

• * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• * 5+ years of experience in transformation, programmer management, or a comparable role with delivery responsibility
• * Strong ability to think and execute use cases end-to-end, combining business understanding with technical implementation
• * Hands-on experience building and deploying AI solutions (not purely conceptual work)
• * Subject matter expert when it comes to AI deployment and its use in business
• * Solid understanding of modern development approaches (e.g. Python or similar)
• * Experience with AI/LLM-based solutions and tools (e.g. Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, Claude or comparable)
• * Ability to translate business problems into scalable AI or data-driven solutions
• * Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work across functions and regions
• * Structured, pragmatic, and results-oriented working style with a strong ownership mindset
• Personal Commitment Required. Self-motivated individual who has a sense of urgency and the persistence to follow through challenges
• Able to set and meet goals; is sincere, cares for others; and has an overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team
• * Experience in manufacturing, intralogistics, or automation is beneficial; understanding of data structures (e.g. spare parts) or industrial systems (e.g. PLCs) is a plus
• * Fluent in English; German is an advantage

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
• Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Yes, we cover that too!
• Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
• Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
• Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.
• Remote work arrangement

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