AI Operations Director

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an AI Operations Director based in United States.

This role serves as the operational backbone of an enterprise AI Office, translating high-level AI strategy into clear execution frameworks, governance structures, and measurable business impact. You will act as a key partner to senior leadership, ensuring alignment across AI, product, engineering, and business teams while maintaining visibility across a complex AI portfolio. The position requires a strong blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with the ability to bring structure to ambiguity and drive clarity in fast-moving environments. You will design and manage operating cadences, executive reporting, and portfolio governance to support faster and higher-quality decision-making. This is a highly cross-functional role focused on turning AI ambition into disciplined execution and real enterprise value. You will also continuously improve how the organization tracks, prioritizes, and delivers AI initiatives at scale.