Senior Manager (m/f/d) Data Management & AI Adoption (Europe/ Africa Region)
EAR T&I Data Management & AI Adoption
Köln, NW, DE, 50858
Your Tasks:
- Responsibility for building and leading the regional (European African Region) Data & AI organization, as well as developing a scalable service portfolio for data and AI solutions
- Leading, developing, and motivating the team according to the principles of the Toyota Way, as well as responsibility for sustainable organizational development
- Ensuring the secure, scalable, and efficient operation of regional data platforms, including data governance, compliance, and technical standards
- Managing the regional Data & AI product portfolio from ideation and prototype development through to launch, scaling, and performance measurement
- Fostering innovation through the operation of data and AI sandboxes, managing the Innovation Hub, and supporting go-to-market activities
- Advising national subsidiaries on data and AI initiatives, as well as overseeing vendor management, contract negotiations, cost control, and SLA management
Your Profile:
- Degree in computer science, business administration, or a comparable field
- More than 10 years of professional experience in IT or data roles, including at least 3 years in a leadership role with responsibility for cross-functional teams
- In-depth knowledge of modern data platforms, AI technologies, data and AI governance, technical architectures, and regulatory and compliance requirements
- Proven experience in managing budgets, negotiating complex supplier contracts, and translating technical requirements into strategic business cases
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills at all levels, including top management and C-level
- An agile, innovation-oriented, and risk-aware leader with a strategic mindset, strong execution skills, and a particular focus on the responsible use of AI
- Fluency in spoken and written English
If you are interested, please submit your resume in English.