AI Project Specialist

Private Advertiser; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an AI Project Specialist to lead AI transformation across the Group. You will identify, evaluate and implement AI solutions to boost efficiency and digital innovation, aligning with business objectives.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of AI ecosystems, emerging technologies, and commercial AI apps, and will manage projects with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in project management, digital transformation, IT transformation or AI initiatives.
• Experience leading enterprise technology implementation projects.
• Experience managing external vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Exposure to AI implementation, automation, analytics or digital transformation projects.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the Group's AI transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Identify opportunities where AI can improve productivity, decisions, quality and cost.
• Research AI technologies and evaluate platforms for operations.
• Engage with users to translate challenges into AI opportunities.
• Lead end-to-end AI projects from business case to deployment and review.
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external AI providers, system integrators and vendors.
• Monitor performance, adoption and measurable outcomes.
• Stay updated on AI trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Evaluate POCs and recommend scalable AI solutions for enterprise adoption.
• Ensure AI initiatives comply with governance, cybersecurity and data privacy.

Skills

Project management

Digital transformation

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

AI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, Business Information Systems, or a related discipline.

Professional certifications in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum) are an advantage.

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Google Gemini

OCR

IDP

Computer Vision

Predictive Analytics

Job description

We are looking for a forward-thinking AI Project Specialist to lead and drive AI transformation initiatives across the Group. This role will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing AI solutions that improve business efficiency, operational excellence, and digital innovation across multiple business functions.

The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge of the AI ecosystem, emerging technologies, and commercially available AI applications. They should be able to assess business needs, recommend suitable AI solutions, manage implementation projects, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external technology vendors.

Hands-on AI development or programming experience is not mandatory, but candidates with technical AI implementation experience will have an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and drive the Group's AI transformation roadmap in alignment with business objectives.

Identify business opportunities where AI can improve productivity, decision-making, quality, cost efficiency, and customer experience.

Research and evaluate emerging AI technologies, platforms, and applications to determine their suitability for operations.

Engage with business users to understand operational challenges and translate them into AI solution opportunities.

Lead end-to-end AI implementation projects, from business case development and vendor selection to deployment and post-implementation review.

Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations.

Work closely with external AI solution providers, system integrators, and technology vendors to ensure successful project delivery.

Monitor project performance, adoption rates, and measurable business outcomes.

Keep abreast of the latest AI trends, technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.

Evaluate proof-of-concepts (POCs) and recommend scalable AI solutions for enterprise adoption.

Ensure AI initiatives comply with company governance, cybersecurity, and data privacy requirements.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, Business Information Systems, or a related discipline.

Professional certifications in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum) are an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, digital transformation, IT transformation, or AI-related initiatives.

Experience leading enterprise technology implementation projects.

Experience managing external vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.

Exposure to AI implementation, automation, analytics, or digital transformation projects is highly desirable.

Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments is an added advantage.

Technical Knowledge

Candidates should possess a good understanding of:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI technologies

AI productivity platforms (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Google Gemini)

AI automation and workflow platforms

OCR, Intelligent Document Processing, Computer Vision, and Predictive Analytics solutions

AI governance, security, and responsible AI practices

Enterprise software integration concepts