Program Leader, Artificial Intelligence Transformation

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 149,400 - 182,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Manager Incentive Plan

Collaborative teamwork environment

Opportunity for impactful work

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength in Rosemont is looking for an experienced AI professional to lead initiatives that drive results. You will be responsible for translating business challenges into AI solutions, and you'll collaborate across departments to improve decision-making and performance.

The ideal candidate has 6 to 10+ years of experience in AI or data science, with a strong problem-solving skill set. The role offers a competitive salary and participation in the annual Manager Incentive Plan.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, analytics, or data science.
• Experience developing and deploying models in production environments.
• Strong understanding of predictive analytics and generative AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI initiatives from concept through deployment and adoption.
• Translate business challenges into scalable machine learning solutions.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and prioritize AI opportunities.

Skills

AI

Machine learning

Data science

Predictive analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Cloud platforms

Modern analytics toolchains

Job description

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we inspire the world to work out. We are a high-performing team focused on using AI, data, and technology to improve how we operate, build products, and serve customers around the world.

How You'll Make An Impact (responsibilities)

Lead AI Solutions That Drive Results

• Lead AI initiatives from concept through deployment and adoption
• Translate business challenges into scalable machine learning, optimization, and generative AI solutions
• Deliver use cases including:
  • Predictive maintenance and reliability analytics
  • Demand forecasting and inventory optimization
  • Production scheduling and operational efficiency
  • Quality and warranty analytics
  • Sales forecasting and margin insights
• Embed solutions into business workflows to improve decision-making and performance

Partner Across the Business

• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, Product, Engineering, Finance, and IT teams to identify and prioritize AI opportunities
• Communicate technical insights in clear, business-focused language
• Support measurable outcomes including efficiency gains, cost savings, and revenue impact

Advance Product & Digital Innovation

• Partner with Product Management and Software Engineering teams to support AI-enabled capabilities within connected products and digital platforms
• Contribute to customer-facing and internal AI applications that enhance training, performance, and user experience
• Support scalable, secure, and reliable model deployment practices

Lead & Develop Talent

• Lead and develop a small team of data scientists and machine learning engineers
• Promote best practices in model development, governance, and MLOps
• Help strengthen AI literacy and adoption across the organization

What You Bring To The Team (qualifications)

• 6 to 10+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, analytics, or data science
• Experience developing and deploying models in production environments
• Strong understanding of machine learning, predictive analytics, optimization, and generative AI
• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or product organizations preferred
• Experience in B2B, industrial, or performance-driven environments strongly preferred
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, enterprise systems, and modern analytics toolchains
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Ability to operate with ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement mindset in a matrixed environment

Benefits and Why Join

• Help shape how AI transforms a global fitness and performance brand
• Work on high‑impact operational, commercial, and product challenges
• Collaborate with teams that value innovation, accountability, and execution
• Be part of a culture built around performance, teamwork, and inspiring healthier lives

Salary: Intended for U.S. applicants: $149,400 - $182,500 annually (actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities). Salary reflects a primary work location of Rosemont, IL and may vary for applicants in other geographic locations.

Position eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s annual Manager Incentive Plan to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. Bonus varies based on company and individual performance goals and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.