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Senior Manager Industrial AI

United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Jan 2026

About the role

WHAT FLEXWARE DOES

Flexware Innovation is a leading technology integrator that helps forward thinkers in manufacturing and related industries build comprehensive and long-lasting solutions with ease.Founded in 1996 and based in Indiana, our teams of talented engineers leverage technology to solve real business problems with teams of engineers focused on industrial controls, manufacturing systems integration, software development, business intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Our passion is helping our customers build solutions that stand the test of time by creating solid architecture and helping customers avoid costly design mistakes.But we’re not just invested in technology – we’re also invested in people. Our internal promise to our Flexdogs is to have a positive and lasting impact on our families by providing a healthy and engaging work environment. Our environment is fun, family-friendly, energetic, and was nominated for TechPoint’s Mira Award for “Company Culture of the Year” in 2017, four Powderkeg awards in 2019, and 5 Powderkeg awards in 2022.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Manager Industrial AI to lead our Industrial AI consulting and implementation practice. Reporting to the Vice President of Digital Transformation and Industrial AI, this role combines strategic consulting leadership with deep technical expertise in AI applications for manufacturing and industrial operations. The successful candidate will drive business growth, shape service offerings, lead client engagements, manage a team of practitioners, and establish thought leadership in the industrial AI domain.Strategy & Service Development

Partner with the Vice President to define and evolve the industrial AI services strategy, aligned with Hitachi's AI vision and Flexware's Smart Manufacturing service portfolio
Design industry-specific industrial AI service offerings in collaboration with vertical industry leads, addressing use cases such as predictive maintenance, quality optimization, process control, digital twins, and autonomous operations
Identify market opportunities and competitive positioning for industrial AI services
Evaluate and recommend industrial AI technology vendors and strategic partners

Client Engagement & Delivery

Lead senior-level consulting engagements, including industrial AI strategy development, maturity assessments, roadmap creation, and business case development for manufacturing clients
Direct industrial AI implementation projects encompassing data strategy, architecture design, technology selection, solution configuration, and deployment
Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with C-suite and senior operational leaders at client organizations
Ensure delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and successful business outcomes across all engagements

Business Development & Sales

Drive revenue growth through active pursuit of industrial AI opportunities with new and existing clients
Lead proposal development, client presentations, and commercial negotiations for complex service engagements
Build and manage sales pipeline, forecasting, and account planning for the industrial AI service line

Team Leadership & Development

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of industrial AI consultants and technologists
Establish quality standards, methodologies, and best practices for industrial AI engagements
Manage project staffing, resource allocation, and team utilization
Recruit and onboard talent to scale the industrial AI practice

Financial Management

Manage revenue targets and profitability metrics for the industrial AI service line
Develop pricing strategies and commercial models for consulting and implementation services
Optimize service delivery efficiency and margin performance

Thought Leadership & Market Presence

Develop and publish thought leadership content including whitepapers, case studies, and articles on industrial AI topics
Represent Flexware at industry conferences, client events, and speaking engagements
Contribute to marketing materials and intellectual capital that differentiates Flexware's industrial AI c