AVP, AI & Data Solutions — Pharma Manufacturing

Deloitte France; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 172,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte is seeking an Associate Vice President, AI and Data Solutions within the AI & Data team to drive manufacturing, quality, and digital operations transformations for Life Sciences and Pharma clients. You will shape use cases, translate business needs into scalable AI and data designs, and lead cross‑functional delivery across engineering, product, and client teams.

The role requires senior leadership, strong client management, and the ability to guide workshops and executive sessions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture, data strategy, analytics, AI/ML, and digital transformation
• 6+ years of experience in Life Sciences or pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality, or operational transformation projects
• 6+ years of experience with MES, QMS, LIMS, ERP, or PLM platforms
• 4+ years of experience leading, managing, and delivering complex technology engagements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or Artificial Intelligence
• Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
• The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $171,600 to $338,300.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI & Data engagements focused on Life Sciences / Pharma clients' manufacturing, quality, and digital operations transformation.
• Shape and deliver use cases such as process visibility, predictive insights, AI‑assisted quality analytics, and connected operations.
• Translate manufacturing and quality business needs into scalable AI, data, and digital solution designs.
• Work across business, product, architecture, engineering, and client teams to support implementation and adoption.
• Manage day‑to‑day interactions with executive clients and sponsors and facilitate buy‑in for proposed solutions.
• Lead engagement planning, budgeting, staffing, and team mobilization for data and AI initiatives
• Define deliverable structure and content; manage quality, timelines, economics, and engagement risk
• Lead workshops, executive presentations, and stakeholder sessions.
• Mentor junior practitioners and contribute to practice, offering, and go‑to‑market development.

Skills

AI/ML

Data analytics

Enterprise data architecture

Digital transformation

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or AI

Tools

MES

QMS

LIMS

ERP

PLM

Job description

Deloitte is seeking an Associate Vice President, AI and Data Solutions within the AI & Data team to drive manufacturing, quality, and digital operations transformations for Life Sciences and Pharma clients. You will shape use cases, translate business needs into scalable AI and data designs, and lead cross‑functional delivery across engineering, product, and client teams.

The role requires senior leadership, strong client management, and the ability to guide workshops and executive sessions.