Senior Program Manager, AI Delivery

Pharmavite; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmavite is seeking an experienced AI/ML Project & Program Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of AI/ML initiatives, from planning through deployment and ongoing operations. You will develop detailed plans, sprint schedules, and coordinate resources to ensure on-time, on-budget execution while applying MLOps and CI/CD best practices.

You will lead cross-functional teams, bridge business and technical stakeholders, promote governance, and define success metrics to drive value realization in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in program management or AI analytics delivery.
• Experience delivering AI/ML projects with cloud data platforms (Azure).
• Hands-on MLOps, CI/CD for AI/ML.
• Certs in AI product management, cloud or PMP advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AI/ML project delivery from planning through deployment and ongoing operations and monitoring.
• Develop detailed plans, sprint schedules, and coordinates resource allocations, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality execution.
• Applies agile methodologies, MLOps, and CI/CD best practices for streamlined AI/ML development.
• Adheres to IT Portfolio Strategy, Enterprise Architecture and Data Governance standards, collaborates with IT on vendor selection.

Skills

AI/ML project management

Stakeholder management

Agile / Scrum

Cloud platforms

Data governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IS/CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure Data Services

CI/CD tooling

MLOps platforms

Job description

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

Key Responsibilities:

AI/ML Project & Program Management

• Manages end-to-end AI/ML project delivery, from planning through deployment and ongoing operations and monitoring
• Develops detailed plans, sprint schedules, and coordinates resource allocations, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality execution
• Applies agile methodologies, MLOps, and CI/CD best practices for streamlined AI/ML development
• Adheres to IT Portfolio Strategy, Enterprise Architecture and Data Governance standards, collaborates with IT on vendor selection.
• Coordinates with IT Security, IT Resource Center, IT Business Solutions and IT Technical Solutions teams, including the Data and Analytics team for resource needs and project execution.
• Identifies and resolves risks, blockers, and manages dependencies

Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Leads, coordinates project resources, and enables high-performing project teams comprised of internal and external contract resources including ML and IT resources
• Communicates effectively across disciplines, bridging business intent with technical execution, and transparent reporting on delivery, risks, and quality

Technical Acumen & Platform Operationalization

• Possesses a strong understanding of AI/ML platforms, data governance, and cloud environments
• Guides solution design, ensuring scalable, reliable, secure, and compliant platforms
• Collaborates with technicals teams on MLOps, automated testing, and operational excellence

Stakeholder Management & Business Alignment

• Communicates and establishes strong relationships with business and product stakeholders to ensure strong strategic alignment
• Defines clear success metrics and monitors KPI performance and value realization to inform continuous improvement
• Supports business case development and definition of scope & product requirements ensure AI solutions meet business needs
• Supports adoption and user enablement for delivered AI solutions, ensuring measurable business impact

Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Identifies, assesses, and mitigates AI project risks across technical, operational, ethical, and compliance domains
• Ensures adherence to quality standards, best practices, and regulatory compliance for AI solutions
• Implements governance mechanisms for ethical AI development, balancing innovation with control

Experience & Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related field with 7+ years of experience in program management, technical product management, AI or analytics delivery, engineering or equivalent experience

Professional Experience

• Experience in product/program management with direct AI/ML solution delivery
• Track record of success and demonstrated ability to manage complex delivery programs across data and engineering teams
• Technical fluency in cloud & data platforms delivering projects involving Azure Data Services
• Hands-on experience implementing MLOps delivery controls including CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML solutions
• Strong conceptual understanding of machine learning, NLP, and emerging agent-based AI patterns sufficient to lead delivery and partner effectively with engineering teams
• Familiarity with global privacy, access control, and regulatory compliance
• Supplementary certifications in AI product management, cloud platforms, or project/program management (e.g., PMP, Agile/Scrum) advantageous.

Capabilities & Leadership Attributes

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate
• Excellent communication, stakeholder and risk management skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and systems thinking skills
• Technology mindset, and up-to-date knowledge of digital trends and applications
• Team player with a collaborative approach

OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization. Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

This role is not available for sponsorship including I-983 participation.

National Target Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $234,000. The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and New York metro the Target Base Pay Range is $156,000 - $260,000, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas.

Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.

Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:

Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

DISCLOSURE:

Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.