Exec Dir, Global Product Management - Data & AI Products

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Ingram Micro is the business behind the world’s brands reaching nearly 90 percent of the world’s population. Our market reach, diverse solutions portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart. We have approximately 27,000 associates committed to serving our more than 161,000 customers and 1,500 vendor partners worldwide. Learn more at www.ingrammicro.com.

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Come join our team where you’ll make technology happen in surprising ways. Let’s shape tomorrow - it’ll be a fun journey!

This is a hybrid position in our Irvine, California corporate headquarters or can be remote with frequent on-site travel.  Position may also require occasional travel to other locations, including international travel.

The role:

As the Executive Director, Data and AI Products leading Product Management you will serve as a pivotal leader within the Chief Product Officer's team leading strategy to deliver an integrated foundation of advanced Data Science and AI capabilities deeply embedded into the Ingram Micro’s global distribution platform Xvantage™. Your primary responsibilities include:

• Develop and present comprehensive Data and AI product vision and strategy proposals to company leadership, outlining value, potential impact, and implementation roadmap.
• Define and drive company-wide AI innovation, governance, policies, and guidelines, forming strong partnerships with Data, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance teams.
• Collaborate with product, data, and engineering teams to translate AI strategies into detailed specifications and actionable roadmaps with measurable impact.
• Build, grow, and manage a team of AI specialists and enthusiast Product managers, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and results-oriented mindset.
• Conduct regular market analysis to stay updated on ML & AI trends and competitors, guiding strategic decisions and refining product roadmaps to stay ahead of the curve.
• Regularly report to the executive team and key stakeholders on actionable AI initiatives, providing insights into progress, timelines, and expected returns.
• Drive partnerships and collaborations externally and with internal stakeholders to enhance AI capabilities across the entire product portfolio and strengthen market positioning.
• Spearhead the development of inspiring multi-year Product Roadmaps, aligning closely with overall strategy and collaborating with Engineering, UX, Operations, Data, and AI teams.
• Collaborate with country business leaders and cross-functional teams to define a global product roadmap that aligns with company priorities.
• Lead Product Managers to engage with key customers across all segments, prioritizing a deep understanding of both internal and external needs.
• Cultivate a culture of growth and inclusivity by supporting and coaching Product leaders on essential skills and representing the team's progress with executive presence.
• Oversee multiple parallel work streams in a fast-paced, agile environment, ensuring alignment with business priorities and deadlines while continuously improving execution standards.

What you bring to the role:

• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful strategy for Data & AI oriented product roadmap and solutions in a business context.
• Strong technical acumen, with the ability to translate complex Data, ML & AI concepts into actionable business items and product artifacts.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with experience in recruiting and nurturing deeply technical and business savvy talent and guiding teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Understanding of the SaaS business model, market dynamics, and experience with how data and AI can be leveraged to create competitive advantages and new business opportunities.
• Hands-on experience collaborating with engineering, data, UX and operations teams to scope, define, detail, and prioritize product requirements.
• Proven track record of developing and launching successful software products at global scale.
• Master’s degree (PhD’s preferred) in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in a complex international environment, driving Data and ML/AI driven innovations with globally dispersed product management teams.
• 5+ years of experience managing high-performing technical product teams, and proficiency in talent management, including talent identification.
• Experience