Global Transformation AI Principal
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Project Manager: Global Transformation AI Expert
Role Overview
The Project Manager: Global Transformation AI Expert leads enterprise-scale transformation programs at HP, with an incremental focus on the design, deployment, and adoption of AI agents and intelligent automation across global functions.
Operating at the Expert level, this senior role drives initiatives of high complexity, visibility, and business impact, translating AI strategy into disciplined execution. The role partners with senior and executive stakeholders to ensure AI solutions move beyond pilots into scalable, governed, and value-producing capabilities embedded in core business processes.
Key Responsibilities / What you’ll Do
AI & Transformation Delivery
- Lead end-to-end AI transformation programs, from strategy through execution and adoption
- Identify high-impact opportunities to leverage AI/ML, GenAI, and automation across business functions
- Translate business needs into scalable AI solutions in partnership with technical teams
- Stay ahead of emerging AI trends, tools, and platforms; evaluate applicability to the business
Program Governance & Execution
- Own scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for large, multi-year initiatives
- Establish and operate governance frameworks, performance metrics, and reporting cadences to ensure transparency and control
- E2E Process optimization across GPOs including Lead to Order, Order to Cash, Source to Pay, Design to Operate, etc.
- Ensure AI initiatives align with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and Responsible AI standards
Stakeholder & Financial Leadership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing fact-based insights on progress, risks, adoption, and value realization
- Drive financial discipline, including investment planning, forecasting, and benefits realization for AI and transformation initiatives
- Communicate complex technical and AI concepts in a business-relevant, decision-oriented manner
Risk, Change & Adoption
- Identify delivery, organizational, and adoption risks early; lead mitigation and issue resolution
- Lead change management efforts to embed AI agents into operational workflows and drive sustained adoption
- Champion continuous improvement through scalable, repeatable AI-enabled solutions
Organizational Leadership
- Lead and influence cross-functional, global teams in a matrixed environment without direct authority
- Mentor and guide project and program leaders, building organizational capability in AI-enabled delivery and transformation execution
- Contribute to the evolution of HP’s AI delivery standards and transformation practices
Who You Are
- A senior transformation leader with strong execution discipline and experience delivering complex, enterprise programs
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity and translating emerging AI technologies into tangible business outcomes
- Highly effective at influencing executive stakeholders across functions and geographies
- Financially and analytically strong, with the ability to manage complex investment profiles
- Collaborative, outcome-driven, and committed to innovation and operational excellence
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Typically 10+ years of project or program management experience in large, global organizations
- Demonstrated experience delivering digital, technology, or transformation initiatives at scale
- Experience in HP Services or similar complex, matrixed enterprises preferred
- Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including Generative AI, LLMs, automation, and data ecosystems
- Experience applying AI technologies to real-world business problems (not just theoretical knowledge)
- Familiarity with AI tools/platforms (e.g., OpenAI, CoPilot & CoPilot Studios, Anthropic, etc.)
What Success Looks Like
- Successful delivery of AI-driven programs with measurable business impact
- Increased adoption of AI solutions across teams
- Clear alignment between AI initiatives and business strategy
- Scalable frameworks for identifying and executing future AI opportunities
Preferred Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
- Agile or hybrid delivery certifications a plus
Core Skills
- Enterprise Program & Portfolio Management
- AI & Intelligent Automation Delivery
- Agile & Hybrid Methodologies
- Financial Management & Benefits Realization
- Risk, Issue & Dependency Management
- Executive & Stakeholder Communication
- Change Management & Adoption
- KPI Tracking & Data-Driven Decision-Making
Tools: Microsoft Project (or equivalent), portfolio management tools, AI and automation platforms
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Artificial Intelligence (Agentic AI, Copilot, RPA, Machine Learning)
- Automation and workflow orchestration
- Procurement, CRM, Marketing, Auditing, Billing, Shared Services
- Data platforms and AI governance frameworks
- Experience driving AI transformation in enterprise environments
- Background working with data science or engineering teams
- Knowledge of AI governance, risk, and compliance considerations
Impact
- Leads global programs with significant operational and financial impact
- Delivers enterprise outcomes through scalable adoption of AI agents and intelligent automation
- Advances HP’s maturity from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide AI execution
Complexity
- Addresses highly complex, cross-functional challenges using innovative, governed solutions within enterprise frameworks
Disclaimer
This description reflects the general scope and responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and the maturity of AI capabilities.
The pay range for this role is $160,000 to $190,000 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including:
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
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Full time
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No shift premium (United States of America)
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