Director, AI and Intelligent Automation

GAF • Parsippany, NJ

3d

About The Position

The Director of AI and Intelligent Automation is a critical leadership role responsible for architecting and executing the enterprise-wide AI journey. Reporting directly to the VP of Data and AI, this individual will own the AI execution strategy, business alignment, and portfolio prioritization and delivery approach for the entire organization in partnership with different departments. The primary objective or the role is to transform the company to use AI technology to be more effective and efficient in delivering the business strategies - from individual productivity aids to robust, automated enterprise solutions that drive systemic efficiency and measurable financial returns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• 10 + years relevant experience
• Advanced AI Literacy: Deep conceptual and practical understanding of LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and agentic orchestration frameworks.
• Proficiency and experience with orchestration tools such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or AutoGen.
• Familiarity with vector search and storage solutions (e.g., Vertex AI Search) and API integration strategies.
• Effectively lead a team of AI process engineers and builders including the ability to define and manage budgets and demand vs capacity.
• Influence thought leadership and work across all functions to drive and enable AI use cases.
• Exceptional ability to map complex business processes and identify viable candidates for AI integration.
• Experience managing project backlogs, writing robust technical documentation, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to translate highly technical concepts for executive audiences and non-technical business units.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Nice To Haves

• Architectural Knowledge: Familiarity with vector search and storage solutions (e.g., Vertex AI Search) and API integration strategies.
• Leadership & Strategy Architectural Knowledge: Familiarity with vector search and storage solutions (e.g., Vertex AI Search) and API integration strategies.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the execution strategy for the enterprise AI roadmap, ensuring alignment with the overarching vision to position AI as a "Technology Multiplier" for people and processes.
• Facilitate alignments and deliverables on AI automation across all business functions
• Manage the full innovation lifecycle: from initial "Culture Core" engagement to scaled "Enterprise Deployment" of custom Agentic workflows.
• Oversee the development and deployment of Generative & Agentic AI solutions, including custom RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) repositories and autonomous multi-agent workflows.
• Guide the technical team in building robust Computational AI models, such as simulations for R&D, supply chain, and manufacturing optimizations.
• Establish reusable technical patterns and platform controls to ensure scalable and reliable AI operations.
• Partner with Cyber Security, Legal, and Procurement to establish and enforce robust governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption.
• Lead the evaluation of third-party AI solutions through comprehensive questionnaires to ensure compliance with enterprise security and data privacy standards.
• Define success metrics and KPIs for AI implementations, monitoring performance, user adoption, and ROI.
• Review AI use cases for viability and financial returns.
• Co-Launch and co-lead the Data and AI Academy to provide role-based, tiered education on AI practices and tools for the entire workforce.
• Democratize innovation by managing the "Idea Collection Engine," systematically capturing and evaluating high-ROI pain points directly from employees.
• Act as the critical bridge between technical engineering teams and non-technical business stakeholders.
• Lead the transition into 2026+ Plans, which include: Expanding the availability of AI agents across various domains for both interactive and programmatic users. Establishing native AI connections with core enterprise applications such as SAP and Salesforce. Scaling AI-driven predictive insights and simulations from POC to fully active, high-impact business products.

Benefits

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
• competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

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