AI & Automation Lead

MR DIY International; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY International is seeking an AI & Automation Lead to drive the company’s AI roadmap and orchestrate automation across back-office, supply chain, and enterprise functions.

You will mature AI capabilities across framework, data, and security layers, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution to deliver ROI and align with transformation goals. Global exposure and leadership are central to the role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in software engineering, AI and automation with leadership exposure.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create the AI strategy and translate roadmap into actionable initiatives across short, medium, and long-term horizons.
• Oversee integration of enterprise-grade AI tools and automation with ROI focus.
• Establish AI governance, guardrails, data privacy and regulatory compliance.

Skills

8+ years experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

UiPath

Automation Anywhere

ML frameworks

AI tools

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Job Summary

The AI & Automation Lead will drive company AI roadmap, ensuring successful rollout of automation initiatives across back-office operations, supply chain, and enterprise functions. This role is central to maturing company AI capability across framework, data, and security layers before scaling adoption. The leader will balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring investments deliver measurable ROI and align with company transformation goals.

The AI & Automation Lead will drive company AI roadmap, ensuring successful rollout of automation initiatives across back-office operations, supply chain, and enterprise functions. This role is central to maturing company AI capability across framework, data, and security layers before scaling adoption. The leader will balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring investments deliver measurable ROI and align with company transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment

• Create the AI Strategy - Figure out where AI can help the most. Translate company AI roadmap into actionable initiatives across short, medium, and long-term horizons.
• Focus on high-value automation use cases (e.g. HR ops, finance ops, supply chain) that replace external spend and deliver immediate ROI.
• Drive AI adoption in alignment with the overall digital transformation roadmap, working collaboratively with the Head of Digital Transformation.

Technology Development & Implementation

• Solution, delivery, and identify opportunities
• R&D and overall thought leadership for AI & Automation - Trends & research
• Oversee integration of enterprise-grade AI tools (e.g. Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT) based on role requirements and ROI.

Governance & Risk Management

• Framework, governance and educate.
• Establish AI usage guidelines and guardrails to mitigate risks (security, data exposure, dependency).
• Put guardrails in place. Ensure the AI obeys laws, protects private data and acts safely.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and regulatory standards.
• Monitor system performance, accuracy, and cost efficiency.

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• The advocate and the evenglist
• Build and grow the AI & Automation Team.
• Provide AI literacy and safety training across the organization, with tiered access based on role.
• Partner with external vendors and hyperscalers to accelerate adoption.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business units to embed AI into daily operations.
• Communicate roadmap progress and ROI to senior leadership.
• Drive change management and adoption through roadshows and internal campaigns.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in software engineering, enterprise environment, AI and automation with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Proven success in deploying AI/automation solutions with measurable ROI.
• Strong knowledge of automation tools (e.g. UiPath, Automation Anywhere), ML frameworks, AI tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in enterprise AI adoption, governance, and vendor partnerships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

At MR DIY International, we're more than a global home improvement brand, we're a catalyst for ambitious talent ready to grow beyond borders. With over 5,000+ stores across 15 countries globally, we offer unmatched international exposure to those looking to build a meaningful, global career. From retail operations and merchandising to strategy, tech, and supply chain. Your work here shapes how millions of customers shop every day.

Our Culture Is Built On GIVE

• Growth: Rapid development opportunities at every stage of your journey.
• International Exposure: Cross-border collaborations and secondments.
• Value Creation: Real ownership, real impact.
• Empowerment: A culture that trusts you to lead and innovate.

If you're driven, adaptable, and eager to be part of a high-impact team, MR DIY International is where you build, lead, and thrive.