Senior Manager, AI and Decision Science for Product & Formulation Development

The Lubrizol Corporation; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and diverse culture

Job summary

The Lubrizol Corporation is looking for a highly experienced individual to lead the AI and digital transformation strategy for the Product Development Q.life Platform in Wickliffe, Ohio. This role requires advanced qualifications in relevant fields and a strong track record in leading large-scale transformation efforts.

As a pivotal team leader, you will engage with cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and deliver scalable AI-driven solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or Statistics.
• 12+ years in digital transformation or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital and AI transformation for the Product Development Q.life Platform.
• Develop a high-performing team and drive cultural transformation.
• Act as a senior advisor for AI investment decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Digital transformation

AI/ML expertise

Strategic mindset

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Digital tools for AI/ML

Job description

Overview

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

Location: Wickliffe, Ohio

Travel: Moderate (10–15%) within US mainly

Job Type: Full-time | 4 days in office / 1 day flexible

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead the end-to-end digital and AI transformation strategy for the Product Development Q.life Platform, expanding its impact across Lubrizol Additives, Engineered Materials, and Surface Sciences.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, aligning priorities, resources, and capability-building initiatives globally.
• Drive cultural transformation by fostering innovation, accountability, and high-performance team practices.
• Own production machine learning (ML) systems, ensuring reliability, governance, lifecycle management, and business continuity.
• Partner with IT and cross-functional stakeholders to scale AI/ML capabilities aligned with enterprise platforms.
• Establish best practices for ML development, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement within the enterprise ecosystem.
• Develop and execute a strategic technology roadmap while building partnerships with internal teams, external vendors, and academic institutions.
• Act as a senior advisor to leadership, shaping AI investment decisions and prioritization based on business value.

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in digital transformation, AI/ML, or advanced analytics with significant leadership experience.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale, business-critical transformation initiatives.
• Strong expertise in machine learning, MLOps, data platforms, and model lifecycle management.
• Experience building cross-functional partnerships with IT, business leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate vision into execution and measurable outcomes.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across executive and technical audiences.
• Passion for developing teams and driving innovation in fast-evolving technology environments.

Your Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid office environment, leveraging digital tools, enterprise data platforms, and collaboration across global teams. You will engage with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, R&D, and business leaders, to deliver scalable AI-driven solutions in a safe and inclusive environment.

Benefits That Empower You

• Work in a respected, industry-leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
• A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and global career mobility
• Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions