Balchem Corporation · 4 weeks ago
Director, AI and Digital Transformation
Montvale, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $180K/yrBalchem Corporation develops specialty ingredients that enhance health and well-being. The Director, AI and Digital Transformation will lead the digital technology strategy across various functions, align technology initiatives with business objectives, and promote innovation through effective digital strategies.
Food and BeverageNutrition
Responsibilities
Collaborate with senior executives and functional teams to incorporate digital technologies, data analytics, and AI into Balchem’s organization
Develop and implement Balchem’s AI strategy
Oversee the introduction of automation and AI-based tools to minimize manual work
Manage the product lifecycle for digital AI solutions, including ideation, roadmap creation, stakeholder coordination, and ongoing improvements
Prioritize initiatives based on projected benefits and alignment with Balchem’s goals
Monitor initiative delivery to ensure adherence to timelines, scope, and measurable objectives
Determine potential use cases for digital transformation and AI within the organization
Conduct ROI assessments to inform stakeholders and support investment decisions
Utilize AI and machine learning to analyze and enhance business processes, reduce manual tasks, improve productivity, and optimize customer interactions
Lead change management efforts across the enterprise to encourage the adoption of new technologies
Work with functional teams to provide training, communication, and support systems that maintain value
Offer guidance regarding risks and advantages associated with digital and AI technologies to continuously enhance Balchem’s AI Use Policy
Ensure all activities comply with established Balchem’s AI Use policies
Set and monitor KPIs to assess the effectiveness of digital and AI initiatives
Establish and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to promote cross-functional cooperation and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
Proven success guiding organizations through complex change management and digital adoption
Commitment to continuous improvement, with the ability to adapt strategies and approaches in response to emerging technologies, evolving best practices, and organizational needs
Strong communication and storytelling skills to articulate AI's impact to diverse audiences
Preferred
Master's or MBA
Experience implementing enterprise-scale AI or digitalization projects
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Company
Balchem Corporation
Founded in 1967, Balchem is committed to making the world a healthier place by delivering trusted, innovative, and science-based solutions to the nutrition, health, and food markets.
Founded in 1967
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1986-06-13IPO
Leadership Team
Michael R. Sestrick
Chief Technology Officer
Danielle Polanco, SHRM-CP, aPHR
HR Business Partner
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