AI Manager

Bane-Welker Equipment; Ladoga (IN); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Benefits

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

Bane-Welker Equipment in Ladoga, IN is seeking an AI Manager to drive the development, governance, and adoption of Artificial Intelligence initiatives. You will partner with executives and department managers to identify opportunities that improve productivity, customer experience, and operational efficiency.

The role requires leading AI projects, establishing governance, and coordinating change management while staying current with trends and best practices to create competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in project management, business process improvement, information technology, digital transformation, or related leadership roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational change.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain the AI strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and prioritize AI opportunities across departments to drive efficiency and value.
• Partner with leadership to define AI use cases, success metrics, and implementation plans.
• Lead AI project planning, execution, and delivery with internal and external partners.
• Establish AI governance including risk assessments, data privacy, and model oversight.
• Coordinate change management activities including training and process redesign.
• Monitor AI usage, performance, and business impact; report status to leadership.

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Data governance

Cybersecurity awareness

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Description du poste

Ladoga, IN Bane-Welker Equipment is proud to employ knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced people who share our vision of success and bring true value to customers by providing the best possible products and services available. We care about our customers and employees as if they were our own family. Together, we proudly serve the agricultural communities across Indiana and beyond.

Ladoga, IN Bane-Welker Equipment is proud to employ knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced people who share our vision of success and bring true value to customers by providing the best possible products and services available. We care about our customers and employees as if they were our own family. Together, we proudly serve the agricultural communities across Indiana and beyond.

AI Manager Bane-Welker Equipment is currently seeking an innovative and business-focused AI Manager to lead the development, implementation, governance, and adoption of Artificial Intelligence initiatives across the organization. This position will work closely with leadership, department managers, technology partners, and employees to identify opportunities where AI can improve productivity, customer experience, operational efficiency, and business performance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the company's AI strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI opportunities across departments to drive efficiency, automation, and business value.
• Partner with executive leadership and business stakeholders to define AI use cases, success metrics, and implementation plans.
• Lead AI project planning, execution, and delivery while coordinating internal resources and external technology partners.
• Develop and maintain an AI project portfolio that balances business value, risk, available resources, and organizational priorities.
• Establish and maintain AI governance processes including risk assessments, data privacy protections, security requirements, and model oversight.
• Ensure all AI initiatives comply with company policies, cybersecurity standards, and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate change management activities including user training, process redesign, testing, communications, and adoption programs.
• Monitor usage, performance, accuracy, and business outcomes of deployed AI solutions.
• Recommend continuous improvement opportunities and communicate project status, risks, and results to leadership.
• Promote responsible and ethical use of AI technologies throughout the organization.
• Stay informed on AI trends, technologies, and industry best practices to identify opportunities for competitive advantage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, business process improvement, information technology, digital transformation, or related leadership roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational change.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, automation technologies, data analytics, or enterprise software solutions preferred.

Requirements

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of data governance, cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance principles.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, Copilot, Salesforce, and other business technology platforms preferred.
• Customer-focused mindset with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Employer Health Benefits.
• 401(k) with Employer Matching.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Professional Development Opportunities.

Environmental Factors/Physical Demands

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively with employees, customers, vendors, and technology partners; access, input, and retrieve information from computer systems; and participate in meetings, presentations, and training activities. May be subject to sitting, standing, lifting, grasping, reaching, speaking, listening, and motor coordination