VP, IT - AI & Data Platforms
About The Position
The Vice President, AI and Data is a senior executive leader within Baxter’s Global IT organization, accountable for shaping and executing the enterprise AI and data strategy. Working with the Chief Information Officer, this role is the executive owner of the end‑to‑end AI and data value chain, delivered in close partnership with Business, Digital, R&D, AI Governance, and Functional leadership. This leader establishes Baxter’s enterprise data foundation as a trusted, governed, and scalable asset and translates it into AI‑enabled capabilities that accelerate revenue growth, operational excellence, clinical and product innovation, patient safety, and competitive differentiation across Baxter’s global businesses. The VP serves as a senior partner to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, Operating Committee, and Board on AI and data matters.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; advanced degree (MS, PhD, or MBA) strongly preferred
- 15–20 years of progressive experience across IT, data, analytics, and AI, including 10+ years in senior leadership roles leading global teams
- Proven success defining and delivering enterprise AI and data strategies with measurable business impact
- Deep experience across data platforms, analytics, AI/ML/GenAI, and AI governance
- Proven effectiveness operating in highly regulated environments (medtech, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or life sciences preferred)
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience in MedTech or Life Science with familiarity with global regulatory frameworks
- Leadership of large‑scale data modernization and AI platforms
- Executive‑level partnership with CEO, Board, and Operating Committee on enterprise transformation initiatives
Responsibilities
- Define, own, and implement Baxter’s enterprise AI and data strategy aligned with IT, Digital, and Business priorities
- Lead enterprise capabilities across data engineering and platforms, data integration, master data management, analytics, BI, and AI delivery
- Translate strategy into a multi‑year roadmap with clear business outcomes, investment priorities, and value realization
- Drive AI and data science delivery across ML, advanced analytics, and Generative AI using modern MLOps and agile practices
- Ensure data is trusted, governed, reusable, and AI‑ready, while championing ethical, responsible, and regulatory‑compliant AI
- Partner closely with senior leaders across Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, HR, Legal, and IT
- Build, develop, and lead a high‑performing, globally distributed AI and data organization
- Serve as a senior advisor to executive leadership and represent Baxter with external partners, technology providers, and the broader AI ecosystem
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
- Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Educational assistance programs
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
- Family and medical leaves of absence
- Paid parental leave
- Commuting benefits
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Childcare benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
