Global Director of AI

As the Global AI Leader at Tempel Steel, you will serve as the company's subject matter expert and champion for Artificial Intelligence (AI). You'll lead the development and execution of Tempel's AI strategy, identifying and prioritizing opportunities across manufacturing, supply chain, customer engagement, and corporate functions. Partnering with cross-functional teams, you'll deliver measurable improvements in customer satisfaction, quality, throughput, cost, safety, and working capital.

This position will also serve as the primary liaison with Worthington Steel's corporate AI office and external consulting partners, ensuring Tempel's operational needs and workforce realities are well represented in enterprise-wide initiatives. Over time, the role may expand to include leadership of other strategic transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Tempel's AI deployment by monitoring advancements in technology, benchmarks, and best practices.
• Build workforce capability by developing AI training, awareness, and adoption programs.
• Serve as a member of Tempel's Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) as a direct report to the CEO.
• Partner with Worthington Steel's corporate AI office and consulting firms to align enterprise and local strategies.
• Identify and prioritize AI opportunities-define projects, build and lead teams from conception to scaled deployment across the global facility network.
• Oversee Tempel's AI project portfolio management through a stage-gate governance process and quarterly SLT reviews.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across global operations.
• Lead the buy-vs-build decision process and manage vendor and consulting relationships, ensuring outsourced deliverables meet business needs.
• Operationalize Responsible AI by developing governance frameworks that ensure compliance with data privacy, information management, and cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance to ensure proper privacy, data retention, cyber, and safety risk mitigation controls are in place.

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Compensation and Benefits

Tempel Steel offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings programs; paid time off; and opportunities for professional development.