VP, AI Transformation

RWE Americas, LLCTo start as soon as possible, full time, permanentFunctional area: Corporate Development / Strategy; IT / DigitalRemuneration: ExemptThe AI transformation team, part of the broader Strategy department, leads the company's AI agenda from setting ambition to execution. The team partners with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define AI priorities and works closely with IT and business functions to deliver against the strategy. It also monitors the evolving AI landscape, translating emerging trends into actionable opportunities in collaboration with relevant business units.Role ResponsibilitiesBuild and lead a high-performing AI transformation team, fostering accountability, innovation, and sustained enterprise impactDefine and continuously evolve the enterprise AI strategy and multi-year execution roadmap, ensuring direct linkage to corporate strategy, competitive advantage, and long-term value creationOwn the enterprise AI portfolio, including prioritization, funding alignment, sequencing, and performance tracking across the portfolioLead enterprise-wide AI transformation across business units, ensuring measurable operational improvement and P-L impactDrive AI governance forums, stage-gate processes, investment frameworks, and value realization disciplinePartner with ELT and senior leaders to shape AI-enabled strategic opportunities, competitive positioning, and business model evolutionBuild and nurture high-level strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including AI vendors, technology providers, academic institutions, or industry groupsLead the creation and governance of an AI risk management framework (e.g., bias, ethics, data privacy) alongside internal stakeholdersJob Requirements and ExperienceMaster's or advanced degree in Business, STEM, or related field preferredMinimum 15 years of relevant professional experience across AI/digital transformation, strategy, management consulting, technology leadership, or related business roles, including minimum 6 years of team leadershipDepending on the depth and breadth of a candidate's relevant experience, this position may be filled at the Senior Director level with appropriately adjusted expectations for the role and compensationStrong working understanding of AI / advanced analytics (GenAI, data architecture, model lifecycle, RAI), with the ability to evaluate feasibility, risks, and value trade-offs and translate them into practical business applicationsDemonstrated strategy expertise with a track record of shaping and delivering large-scale, enterprise transformationsProven experience leading enterprise-scale digital / AI transformation programs end-to-end, from strategic blueprinting through scaled deployment with strong product management discipline across value, roadmap, and lifecycle managementExceptional problem-solving ability, structuring highly complex, ambiguous challenges into clear strategic priorities and executable solutionsExecutive presence with demonstrated ability in engaging and influencing senior leaders on transformation priorities, value agenda, and trade-offsStrong execution discipline, balancing long-term ambition with near-term value realizationVisionary leader with exceptional drive and relentless commitment to delivering enterprise-level impactExceptional leadership and team development skills, building and nurturing high-performing teams, and establishing strong, strategic partnerships with external stakeholdersAdaptable, self-reflective, and committed to personal and team growthThis position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas and field locationsMust be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of timeAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.Benefits offeredMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91921. Any questions? Contact HR: rwe_americas_recruiting@rwe.comWe look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.J-18808-Ljbffr