AI Transformation Program Manager

BEUMER Group • Somerset, NJ

8h • $150,000 - $195,000

About The Position

The AI Transformation Program Manager is part of the global Digitalization & AI Office and drives the AI transformation within BEUMER North America. The role focuses on identifying high-impact use cases and owning their end-to-end implementation, with a strong emphasis on hands-on delivery and measurable business value. Functionally aligned with the Digitalization & AI Office, the role reports to the CFO of BEUMER North America.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in transformation, programmer management, or a comparable role with delivery responsibility.
• Strong ability to think and execute use cases end-to-end, combining business understanding with technical implementation.
• Hands-on experience building and deploying AI solutions (not purely conceptual work).
• Subject matter expert when it comes to AI deployment and its use in business.
• Solid understanding of modern development approaches (e.g. Python or similar).
• Experience with AI/LLM-based solutions and tools (e.g. Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, Claude or comparable).
• Ability to translate business problems into scalable AI or data-driven solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work across functions and regions.
• Structured, pragmatic, and results-oriented working style with a strong ownership mindset.
• Fluent in English; German is an advantage.
• Self-motivated individual who has a sense of urgency and the persistence to follow through challenges.
• Able to set and meet goals; is sincere, cares for others; and has an overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, intralogistics, or automation is beneficial; understanding of data structures (e.g. spare parts) or industrial systems (e.g. PLCs) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the AI transformation roadmap in alignment with the global Digitalization & AI Office.
• Works closely with the BEUMER North America team to train, educate, and empower the team members to use AI sensibly in their area of responsibility.
• Identify, structure, and prioritize AI use cases based on business impact and feasibility.
• Own end-to-end implementation of AI initiatives, from idea and business case to deployment and value realization.
• Translate business requirements into concrete AI and data solutions, ensuring operational applicability.
• Actively contribute to hands-on implementation (e.g. automation, data pipelines, AI applications).
• Define and track KPIs to measure progress, adoption, and ROI.
• Manage internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure delivery quality and speed.
• Prepare decision memos, business cases, and recommendations for executive management.
• Support rollout and adoption of AI solutions across the organization.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
• Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Yes, we cover that too!
• Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
• Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
• Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior