AI Enablement Lead – SAP Transformation (Contractor)

CB Smart Recruit; New York (NY); Remote; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

CB Smart Recruit is seeking an experienced AI Enablement Lead for a fully remote contract opportunity open to candidates in the United States or Canada, preferably in the Eastern Time Zone. The role focuses on AI strategy, hands-on development, data analytics, and change enablement within a major SAP transformation program.

The ideal candidate will translate AI opportunities into practical solutions, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and drive adoption across a complex transformation

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing enterprise AI strategies and translating them into practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine AI strategy supporting the SAP transformation.
• Design and implement AI prototypes and automation solutions.
• Create KPI cockpit and analytics to monitor AI adoption.
• Coordinate across business, SAP, technical, and governance teams.
• Ensure AI solutions meet security and governance requirements.

Skills

AI strategy

AI prototypes & automation

Data analytics & KPI dashboards

SAP experience

AI use cases & value

Stakeholder management

Change enablement

Communication

Independent contractor work

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Location: Remote – United States or Canada (Eastern Time Zone preferred)
Contract Duration: Minimum 6 months, with potential for extension
Workload: Full-Time | Independent Contractor
Contract Arrangement: Incorporated (Inc.) contractors in Canada | C2C or 1099 contractors in the United States
Start Date: 2027 (Exact date to be confirmed)
Compensation: Open to candidates' rate expectations, based on experience and expertise.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced AI Enablement Lead to drive the development and execution of AI initiatives within a major enterprise SAP transformation program.

This is a fully remote contract opportunity open to candidates based in the United States or Canada, ideally working within the Eastern Time Zone.

This role combines AI strategy, hands-on solution development, data analytics, and change enablement to identify opportunities where artificial intelligence can improve program efficiency, decision-making, and overall business outcomes.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on: someone who can translate AI opportunities into practical solutions, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and drive meaningful adoption across a complex transformation environment.

Key Responsibilities

AI Strategy & Use Case Development

• Develop and continuously refine the AI strategy supporting the SAP transformation program.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI use cases based on business impact, technical feasibility, risk, and time to value.
• Establish practical roadmaps to move AI initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, automate processes, and enhance program delivery.

AI Prototyping & Automation

• Design, develop, and implement AI prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and automation solutions.
• Translate business requirements into practical AI-enabled tools and workflows.
• Collaborate with functional and technical teams to validate solutions and support deployment.
• Continuously improve solutions based on user feedback and measurable outcomes.

Data Analytics & Performance Monitoring

• Develop and enhance a centralized KPI cockpit to monitor transformation performance, AI adoption, and realized benefits.
• Leverage data analysis, dashboards, and reporting to generate actionable insights.
• Establish meaningful performance indicators and track the impact of AI initiatives.
• Present clear, data-driven recommendations to program leadership.

Stakeholder Coordination & AI Adoption

• Coordinate AI initiatives across business, SAP functional, technical, and governance teams.
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and practical demonstrations to support AI adoption.
• Provide guidance and targeted support to help stakeholders incorporate AI into their daily activities.
• Act as a bridge between business objectives, technical capabilities, and end-user needs.

AI Governance & Reporting

• Ensure AI solutions comply with approved security, privacy, quality, and responsible AI requirements.
• Collaborate with governance and cybersecurity stakeholders to assess risks and establish appropriate controls.
• Monitor initiative progress, adoption rates, and measurable business outcomes.
• Communicate results, challenges, and recommendations to program leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise AI strategies, with a demonstrated ability to translate strategy into practical solutions.
• Hands-on experience building AI prototypes, automations, and business-focused AI solutions.
• Strong data analysis, KPI development, dashboarding, and performance reporting capabilities.
• Relevant SAP experience and a solid understanding of large-scale enterprise transformation programs.
• Experience identifying, prioritizing, and delivering AI use cases based on measurable business value.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across business, functional, technical, and leadership teams.
• Experience driving technology adoption through training, change enablement, and user support.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple initiatives in a complex, fast-moving environment.
• Must be based in the United States or Canada, with the ability to collaborate during Eastern Time Zone business hours.
• Must be eligible to work as an independent contractor: Incorporated (Inc.) in Canada or C2C/1099 in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting AI initiatives within SAP S/4HANA transformation or ERP modernization programs.
• Familiarity with generative AI, large language models (LLMs), AI-assisted workflows, and enterprise automation.
• Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with AI governance, data privacy, information security, and responsible AI principles.
• Experience collaborating with globally distributed teams in large enterprise environments.

Please note: This is a full-time contract opportunity with a minimum commitment of 6 months. Canadian candidates must operate through an incorporated business (Inc.), while U.S. candidates must be able to work under a C2C or 1099 arrangement.