Job title: AI Strategy & Value Realization Lead

Country/Corporate/Region:

Global (position based in Holcim EMEA DC)

Function:
GDS

Department:

GDS

Directly reporting to:
Head of Digital Transformation & AI

Other reporting lines:

Job Level:
Middle Manager

SUMMARY OF THE JOB

As the AI Strategy and Portfolio Manager, you serve as the strategic architect of the organization's artificial intelligence ecosystem. You are responsible for centralizing the management of AI initiatives, ensuring they align with global corporate strategy and digital transformation objectives. Your role encompasses the entire lifecycle of AI investment—from initial strategy formulation and portfolio prioritization to governance oversight and the final realization of business value. You act as the primary interface between technical implementation teams and executive stakeholders to drive a cohesive, value-driven AI roadmap.

MAIN ACTIVITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

AI Strategic Leadership & Value Realization

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Roadmap Orchestration:



Convert the overarching AI vision into a structured program of work, steering project lifecycles from initial ideation and Proof of Concept (PoC) through to large-scale production deployment.

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Portfolio Management: Direct the integral AI portfolio to ensure that high-impact initiatives are effectively prioritized and remain aligned with organizational domains.

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Resource Allocation: Manage project budgets, vendor partnerships, and internal delivery capacity to optimize the execution of the global AI roadmap.

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Value Realization: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track AI adoption rates, operational efficiency improvements, and tangible business impact.

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Ecosystem & Partnerships: Cultivate strategic partnerships with startups, Venture Capital (VC) firms, and academic institutions, while managing investor relations concerning AI innovation and the project portfolio.

AI Governance & Oversight

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Governance Oversight: Provide strategic

📌 AI Strategy (España)
🏢 Holcim
📍 España