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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationAl Khobar

About the Role

Big Fish Consult is seeking an experienced AI Digital Transformation Manager to lead the development, implementation, and governance of enterprise-wide Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and digital transformation initiatives. This role will operate across multiple business units and subsidiaries, identifying strategic opportunities to leverage AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve decision-making, and drive innovation.

Working closely with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, the AI Digital Transformation Manager will be instrumental in establishing and executing the Group's AI and digital transformation roadmap. This ensures alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and emerging technology trends. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong technology leadership capabilities and extensive experience managing enterprise transformation programs, coupled with hands-on exposure to AI technologies, automation platforms, data analytics, and digital operating models within complex organizational structures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the organization's AI and Digital Transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and long-term business goals.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage AI, machine learning, generative AI, intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and emerging technologies to create significant business value.
  • Establish a structured transformation roadmap encompassing people, processes, technology, governance, and change management.
  • Drive innovation initiatives and evaluate new technologies that support business growth, operational excellence, and competitive advantage.
  • Advise executive leadership on AI trends, opportunities, risks, and strategic investment decisions.
  • Lead end-to-end AI transformation programs across multiple business functions and subsidiaries.
  • Manage the entire lifecycle of AI use-case identification, prioritization, business case development, implementation, and value realization.
  • Establish frameworks for scaling successful AI initiatives across the enterprise.
  • Oversee project portfolios, budgets, timelines, vendor engagements, and resource allocation for transformation programs.
  • Ensure transformation initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes and a strong return on investment.
  • Evaluate and implement a range of technologies including Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation (RPA), Advanced Analytics, Process Mining, Conversational AI, and Digital Platforms and Enterprise Applications.
  • Monitor industry best practices and emerging trends to continuously enhance organizational capabilities.
  • Promote a culture of innovation and digital adoption across all business functions.
  • Establish robust AI governance frameworks, policies, and controls to ensure the responsible deployment of AI technologies.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, legal, compliance, and risk teams to ensure regulatory compliance and the ethical use of AI technologies.
  • Support data governance initiatives aimed at improving data quality, accessibility, security, and reliability.
  • Ensure AI solutions adhere to organizational standards, privacy requirements, and risk management frameworks.
  • Partner with senior executives, business leaders, and functional heads to identify and prioritize transformation opportunities.
  • Facilitate executive workshops and strategic planning sessions related to digital transformation initiatives.
  • Translate complex business challenges into effective technology-enabled solutions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, technology partners, consulting firms, and solution providers.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • A Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Technology Management, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline is highly preferred.
  • Professional certifications in Digital Transformation, AI, Data Analytics, Project Management, or Enterprise Architecture are advantageous.
  • Minimum of 8-12 years of experience in digital transformation, enterprise technology, innovation, strategy execution, or technology consulting.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role managing large-scale transformation programs.
  • Proven experience delivering enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives within large organizations, conglomerates, multinational corporations, government entities, or diversified business groups.
  • Hands-on experience with AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation, Advanced Analytics, and Digital Platforms.
  • Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional programs involving multiple stakeholders and diverse business units.
  • Experience in developing business cases, transformation roadmaps, and executive-level reporting.
  • Strong exposure to governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture principles.

Required Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI
  • Machine Learning & Predictive Analytics
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
  • Enterprise Digital Transformation
  • Data Governance & Data Strategy
  • Business Process Reengineering
  • Change Management
  • Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Enterprise Applications & Digital Platforms
  • Agile and Hybrid Delivery Methodologies
  • Technology Strategy & Innovation Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Executive Stakeholder Management
  • Transformation Leadership
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Change Leadership
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Decision-Making & Problem Solving
  • Influencing & Negotiation Skills
  • Communication & Presentation Skills
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Candidates currently working within large-scale organizations, conglomerates, multinational corporations, government-related entities, banking and financial services, telecommunications, energy, industrial, manufacturing, logistics, retail, aviation, infrastructure, or diversified holding groups will be highly preferred. Experience managing enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across multiple business units and complex operating environments is essential.

Preferred certifications may include: PMP, PRINCE2, Prosci Change Management, TOGAF, Microsoft Azure AI Certifications, AWS AI/ML Certifications, Google Cloud AI Certifications, Certified Digital Transformation Professional (CDTP).


Requirements

  • Requires +10 Years experience

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