About this role
Senior Manager, AI, Decision Science & Statistics
Location: Wickliffe, Ohio (Preferred) | Hazelwood ( Derbyshire), UK | Deer Park, Texas | Barcelona, Spain Travel: Moderate (10-15%) Work Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day flexible)
What You Will Do
Lead Culture Change and Team Transformation
- Build a high-performance culture that combines scientific rigor, AI innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Lead organizational change through clear priorities, accountability, and effective delivery practices.
- Foster strong partnerships across global teams, functions, and external collaborators to drive business impact.
Lead Statistics, Data Science, and Enterprise AI Enablement
- Champion the use of statistics, data science, and AI to solve complex business challenges and accelerate innovation.
- Drive enterprise-wide AI capability building and responsible technology adoption.
- Partner with leaders across the organization to develop future-ready AI skills and unlock new opportunities for growth and performance.
Lead Innovation and Modernization of Product Development Platforms
- Own the strategy and evolution of the Q.LIFE® Product Development Platform, advancing AI-enabled innovation across Lubrizol.
- Lead the development, governance, and scaling of AI and machine learning solutions that deliver measurable business value.
- Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, universities, and research organizations to accelerate innovation and capability development.
Expand Enterprise AI Impact Across Operations and Supply Chain
- Identify and lead high-value AI initiatives across manufacturing, operations, quality, and supply chain functions.
- Translate emerging technologies into practical solutions that improve productivity, decision-making, and business performance.
- Help shape Lubrizol's enterprise AI strategy and future direction.
Talent & Resource Development
- Lead, develop, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of statisticians, data scientists, AI specialists, and digital transformation professionals.
- Build organizational capability through strategic hiring, coaching, succession planning, and talent development.
- Align resources and priorities to deliver business objectives and enable long-term growth.
Skills and Experience That Make a Difference
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years’ experience leading AI, data science, analytics, or digital transformation initiatives within technical or industrial environments.
- Proven success building and developing high-performing teams while leading large-scale business transformation.
- Experience scaling AI and machine learning solutions from concept through to production.
- Strong understanding of how AI and advanced analytics create value across product development, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain environments.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward
- Experience within specialty chemicals, advanced materials, manufacturing, or related industries.
- Experience partnering with technology providers, universities, or research organizations.
- Experience leading global teams and cross-functional transformation programs.
Your Work Environment
This role operates in a hybrid office environment, leveraging digital tools, enterprise data platforms, and collaboration across global teams. You will engage with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, R&D, and business leaders, to deliver scalable AI-driven solutions in a safe and inclusive environment.
Benefits that Empower You
- Work in a respected, industry-leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
- A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and global career mobility
- Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions
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