Magna International · 16 hours ago
Senior Manager Artificial Intelligence
Troy, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expMagna International is a leading supplier in the automotive industry, focused on developing smarter and cleaner technologies. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Artificial Intelligence to govern and manage AI initiatives across various functions, ensuring alignment with the company's transformation strategy and driving innovation.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Enterprise AI Leadership & Governance
Oversee all AI initiatives across Operations, Engineering, and Corporate Functions, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy
Establish and maintain governance frameworks that guide responsible and swift AI development, deployment, and monitoring
Serve as a key leader in the company’s transformation efforts, ensuring AI is embedded into strategic decision-making and process redesign
Program Oversight & Reporting
Maintain a comprehensive view of all AI projects across the company, ensuring visibility, coordination, and prioritization
Identify and eliminate redundant efforts, ensuring resources are used efficiently and strategically
Provide clear, concise, and actionable updates to the AI Steering Committee every two weeks, including progress, risks, dependencies, and recommendations
Process Improvement & Technology Integration
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Corporate teams to ensure technology—especially AI—is thoughtfully integrated into process improvement initiatives
Evaluate current workflows and identify opportunities where automation, machine learning, or advanced analytics can drive measurable improvements
Work with IT and IT providers to ensure delivery of business objectives
Innovation, Research & External Scouting
Continuously scan the external landscape for emerging AI technologies, tools, vendors, and best practices
Assess the applicability of new ideas and technologies to the company’s business model and operational needs
Lead the initiation of new AI projects, including experimental or exploratory pilots, to test and validate potential value
Build relationships with external partners, research institutions, and industry groups to stay ahead of trends
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as a strategic advisor to business and technical leaders on AI opportunities, risks, and implementation strategies
Facilitate collaboration across teams to ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture
Support change management efforts to drive adoption and ensure successful implementation of AI-enabled solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business, or related field
7+ years of experience in AI, data science, digital transformation, or related technical leadership roles
Proven experience leading cross-functional programs or enterprise-level initiatives
Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning concepts, automation, and data governance
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical topics into business language
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across diverse teams
Preferred
Master's degree in a technical or business discipline
Experience establishing or operating within AI governance frameworks
Background in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
Experience evaluating emerging technologies and leading experimental or pilot initiatives
Prior experience in a transformation or enterprise PMO environment
Benefits
Health & Safety responsibilities:
Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Follow safety rules.
Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
2025-12-13
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