Vice President of AI Strategy & Operations

Vice President of AI Strategy & Operations

Department: Corporate Strategy / AI Transformation / Operations

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)

Location: Global / Remote / Major Tech Hubs

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Vice President of AI Strategy & Operations to drive the alignment between AI vision and operational excellence.

This role is responsible for translating AI strategy into scalable operational frameworks, ensuring efficient execution of AI initiatives, and optimizing organizational performance through AI-driven transformation. The ideal candidate combines strategic insight, operational rigor, and deep understanding of AI technologies.

Key Responsibilities

1. AI Strategy Alignment & Execution

Translate enterprise AI strategy into actionable operational plans and initiatives

Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and day-to-day execution

Drive prioritization of AI initiatives based on business impact and ROI

2. AI Operations & Scaling

Design and implement operating models for scaling AI across the organization

Optimize workflows, processes, and systems powered by AI

Ensure efficient deployment and adoption of AI solutions at scale

3. Cross-functional Coordination

Partner with AI, data science, engineering, product, and business teams

Act as a bridge between strategy, execution, and operations

Drive accountability and alignment across senior stakeholders

4. Performance Management & Business Impact

Define KPIs and OKRs for AI initiatives and operations

Track and report performance metrics, ensuring measurable business outcomes

Drive continuous improvement based on data insights

5. Process Optimization & Operational Excellence

Establish standardized frameworks for AI program execution and operations

Improve efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of AI workflows

Introduce automation and intelligent systems into operational processes

6. Governance, Risk & Compliance

Implement governance frameworks for AI operations (compliance, risk, auditability)

Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal standards

Mitigate operational and strategic risks related to AI deployment

7. Resource & Investment Management

Oversee allocation of resources (talent, infrastructure, budget) across AI initiatives

Optimize cost structures and maximize ROI on AI investments

Manage vendor and ecosystem partnerships

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)

18 years of experience in strategy, operations, or program leadership in technology-driven environments

Proven track record of scaling complex AI or digital transformation initiatives

Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle and enterprise deployment

Experience leading cross-functional and global teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in AI-first companies, fintech, SaaS, or platform organizations

Familiarity with MLOps, data infrastructure, and AI platforms

Background in consulting, operations leadership, or transformation roles

Experience managing large-scale operational budgets

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking with strong execution capability

Operational excellence and process optimization

Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management

Data-driven decision-making

Ability to operate in complex and fast-changing environments

Success Metrics

Alignment between AI strategy and operational execution

Adoption and scaling of AI initiatives across the organization

Operational efficiency and cost optimization

Measurable business impact (revenue, productivity, cost savings)

ROI on AI investments