Senior Manager, Digital Transformation for Product Development

Lubrizol Corporation • Wickliffe, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you. 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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