Arvato ยท 7 hours ago
Project Manager 1 1
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expArvato is seeking a Senior Manager, Innovations to drive and design customer-facing AI, robotics, and warehouse automation solutions. This role is responsible for leading innovation programs from ideation through pilot and industrialization, ensuring measurable business impact and customer value.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end innovation lifecycle for AI, robotics, and warehouse automation initiatives (concept โ pilot โ rollout)
Identify, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies including:
AI / Machine Learning (forecasting, computer vision, predictive analytics)
Robotics (AMRs, AGVs, robotic picking, sortation)
Warehouse automation systems (AS/RS, conveyors, goods-to-person)
Own the customer innovation roadmap aligned with business strategy and operational priorities
Act as the primary innovation partner for strategic customers, understanding their pain points and translating them into technology-driven solutions
Lead customer workshops, innovation labs, and executive presentations
Partner closely with Operations, IT, Engineering, Finance, and Procurement to ensure feasibility and ROI
Manage cross-functional teams delivering complex innovation programs
Develop business cases, ROI models, and KPIs to measure success
Ensure scalable, secure, and compliant solutions across multiple sites
Support change management, training, and adoption across operations
Evaluate and manage relationships with technology vendors, startups, and integrators
Lead RFPs, pilots, and proof-of-concepts with external partners
Stay current on industry trends and competitive innovation landscapes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, IT, or related field
5+ years of experience in innovation, automation, AI, robotics, or digital transformation, preferably in logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or e-commerce
Proven experience delivering warehouse automation or AI solutions at scale
Strong understanding of warehouse operations and end-to-end supply chain processes
Experience managing cross-functional, international teams
Strong business acumen with the ability to build and defend ROI cases
AI & Machine Learning applications in operations
Robotics & warehouse automation technologies
Customer-centric solution design
Program & portfolio management
Executive-level communication and storytelling
Change management & adoption leadership
Data-driven decision making
Vendor and partner management
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, IT, or related field
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
Employee Assistance Program.
Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
Commuter benefits.
Employee engagement activities.
Company
Arvato
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10001+ employees
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