Onsite AI Strategy & Transformation Principal

Aptean; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptean in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Principal, AI Strategy & Transformation to lead and accelerate internal AI initiatives across the organization. You will partner with business leaders, operations, and AI engineers to shape governance, roadmaps, and scalable solutions.

The role blends business strategy with technology, requiring you to translate needs into measurable outcomes while driving change across multiple functions in a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in strategy, transformation, or program management.
• Strong understanding of AI enablement and automation.
• Ability to bridge business and technical teams and influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience establishing governance, operating frameworks, and accountability mechanisms.
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and drive the execution of internal AI transformation initiatives across multiple business functions.
• Develop and manage AI roadmaps, priorities, and implementation plans while establishing governance and oversight to ensure alignment, visibility, and accountability across AI initiatives.
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and AI engineering teams to translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Track and report on the progress and impact of AI initiatives, promoting best practices and ensuring investments generate meaningful business value.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to streamline processes, automate manual work, and implement AI-enabled solutions.

Skills

Strategy execution

AI enablement

Automation

Program management

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Job description

Aptean in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Principal, AI Strategy & Transformation to lead and accelerate internal AI initiatives across the organization. You will partner with business leaders, operations, and AI engineers to shape governance, roadmaps, and scalable solutions.

The role blends business strategy with technology, requiring you to translate needs into measurable outcomes while driving change across multiple functions in a fast-moving environment.