AI Transformational Leader

DAB Pumps; Italia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

DAB Pumps is seeking an AI Transformational Leader to join our Group IT team in Italy. You will drive the enterprise-wide AI transformation, translating strategy into measurable outcomes and redesigning operating models for human–machine collaboration.

Responsibilities include defining the AI vision and multi-year roadmap, prioritizing use cases, establishing governance with legal, and building AI fluency across HR and operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading large-scale digital/AI or data-driven transformations across functions.
• Proven track record delivering AI or automation programs from pilot to industrialization with measurable business impact.
• Strong grasp of AI concepts (LLMs, agents, NLP/CV, RAG, MLOps, data governance, security, responsible AI).
• Excellent stakeholder management; able to align executive, product, tech, risk/legal, HR, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Define the AI vision, value case, and multi-year roadmap aligned to business strategy and P&L priorities.
• Prioritize, pilot, and scale high-impact AI use cases (genAI, agents, automation, analytics) with clear KPIs and benefits tracking.
• Redesign workflows, roles, and decision rights for human × machine collaboration.
• Stand up AI governance (ethics, safety, bias, privacy, lineage, audit trails) with legal and compliance.
• Partner with HR to build AI fluency, upskill/reskill at scale, and drive adoption.

Skills

AI Transformation

Strategy & Roadmap

Stakeholder management

Communication

Governance

Tools

LLMs

Agents

NLP/CV

MLOps

Job description

Italy, Mestrino Via Marco Polo, 14, Other Industries, IT / Technology

Work location:

Work location: Italy , Mestrino

Sector:

Sector: Other Industries

Role:

Role: IT / Technology

Date of last update:

Date of last update: 25/06/2026 Expiry date: 31/12/2999

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About DAB

At DAB we are a globalcommunity of 1700people. Our mission is to provide technological and sustainable solutionsto handle water, which make us part of a needed change for ourfuture. Our people culture is shaped by distributed leadership, embracing dynamic principles that promote an open and collaborative workplace where everyone can thrive and bring their best selves

Are you ready to grow with us?

POSITION- AI TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADER

We are looking for an innovative curious and tech savvy person, to join our Group IT team.

the person will lead the enterprise‑wide AI transformation—translating strategy into measurable outcomes by redesigning work, operating models, and capabilities so humans and machines deliver faster, safer, and higher‑quality results at scale. Champion responsible AI, foster cross‑functional orchestration, and build the skills, culture, and governance needed for sustainable value.

Whatyouwilldo:

• Strategy & Roadmap : Define the AI vision, value case, and multi‑year roadmap aligned to business strategy and P&L priorities.


• Use‑Case Portfolio : Prioritize, pilot, and scale high‑impact AI use cases (genAI, agents, automation, analytics) with clear KPIs and benefits tracking.


• Operating Model : In close cooperation with the AI “process facilitators”, redesign workflows, roles, and decision rights for human × machine collaboration (e.g., when AI acts as assistant, coach, collaborator, or autonomous agent).


• Governance & Risk : Together with the Legal Dept., stand up AI governance (ethics, safety, bias, privacy, lineage, audit trails), define escalation/override rules, and ensure regulatory compliance.


• People & Culture : Partner with HR to build AI fluency, upskill/reskill at scale, and prevent cultural debt; drive adoption through in‑the‑flow enablement and transparent communication.


• Technology & Data : Supporting the company in selecting platforms/models, ensure data quality, integrate with core systems, and manage AI vendors/partners.


• Measurement : Establish dashboards for ROI, productivity, quality, customer/employee experience, risk/compliance, and continuous improvement.

WHO you are:

• 5+ years leading large‑scale digital/AI or data‑driven transformations across functions.


• Proven track record delivering AI or automation programs from pilot to industrialization with measurable business impact.


• Strong grasp of AI concepts (LLMs, agents, NLP/CV, RAG, MLOps, data governance, security, responsible AI).


• Excellent stakeholder management; able to align executive, product, tech, risk/legal, HR, and operations.


• Clear, compelling communicator and storyteller; comfortable with board‑level dialogue.

Nice to Have

• Experience with orchestration models (dynamic teams, talent marketplaces, digital twins).


• Background in regulated environments and familiarity with emerging AI regulation.

What you will find

• A place where you can grow


• Distributedleadershipencouraging a “can do” attitude;


• Global and multicultural environment;


• Continuous learningapproach;


• International cross-functional teams

We promote and support an inclusive culture, encouraging workforce diversity. Wevalue atallqualified applicants without any form of discrimination, such as race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity. Those aspects strengthen our competitive advantage by fueling innovation in a work environment where people can thrive and grow.

Target Hiring Range

Total compensation package starting from €55,000 gross per year.

DAB pay rangesfora jobare basedon the location specific market of similar jobs, according tothird-partiessalary benchmark surveys. Individual salary within that range, could vary for several reasons, including skills, capabilities, experience.