AI Enablement Program Manager

Cengage Group; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 112,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is seeking a Program Manager, AI Enablement, to steer enterprise AI initiatives, ensuring smooth delivery and governance across functions. You will drive adoption, scale, and operational rigor in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, vendor governance, and partnership with Legal, Privacy, Security, Procurement, Product, Engineering, and Operations to advance AI initiatives and organizational readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years leading enterprise programs or cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of privacy regulations (FERPA, GDPR, CCPA).
• Experience coordinating contracts, DPAs, MSAs, or vendor governance.
• Excellent written and verbal executive communication and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Direct enterprise AI initiatives' cadence, pilots, and governance.
• Coordinate AI intake processes including security, privacy, and contracts.
• Maintain criteria for AI vendor approvals and connector decisions.
• Partner with Procurement on AI contracts and terms.
• Track program milestones, risks, and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with Legal, Privacy, Security, Product, and Engineering.

Skills

Program management

Governance

Vendor governance

Contracts/DPAs/MSAs

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Cengage Group is seeking a Program Manager, AI Enablement, to steer enterprise AI initiatives, ensuring smooth delivery and governance across functions. You will drive adoption, scale, and operational rigor in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, vendor governance, and partnership with Legal, Privacy, Security, Procurement, Product, Engineering, and Operations to advance AI initiatives and organizational readiness.