CPG Gen AI Capability Lead

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Location: New York

We are looking for a Gen AI Capability Lead with deep expertise in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) domain. This role will drive AI-driven transformation across the CPG value chain—enhancing supply chain efficiencies, improving consumer engagement, and enabling data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of AI/ML expertise, business acumen, and CPG industry knowledge to develop and deploy innovative AI solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & AI Adoption

• Define and lead the Gen AI strategy within the CPG domain, aligning with business objectives.

• Partner with CPG leaders to identify high-impact AI use cases (e.g., demand forecasting, personalized marketing, dynamic pricing, supply chain optimization).

• Drive thought leadership on emerging AI trends and their applications in CPG.

Solution Development & Implementation

• Design and develop AI-powered solutions tailored to CPG challenges, leveraging LLMs, predictive analytics, and automation.

• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business teams to create scalable AI models.

• Ensure responsible AI deployment with a focus on ethics, bias reduction, and compliance.

Stakeholder & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Act as the bridge between AI/ML teams and business leaders, translating business needs into technical solutions.

• Engage with sales, marketing, supply chain, and R&D teams to drive AI adoption.

• Work with technology partners and vendors to evaluate AI tools and platforms.

Data & Insights-Driven Decision Making

• Leverage AI to extract actionable insights from consumer behavior, market trends, and operational data.

• Optimize AI-driven pricing, promotions, and category management strategies.

• Enable AI-powered customer experiences, including chatbots, recommendation engines, and predictive analytics.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Domain Expertise (CPG)

• Deep understanding of the CPG industry across retail, e-commerce, and supply chain.

• Experience with AI-driven solutions in demand forecasting, inventory management, and consumer analytics.

• Knowledge of omnichannel retail, direct-to-consumer (DTC) strategies, and trade promotions.

AI/ML & Technical Expertise

• Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and machine learning models.

• Hands-on expertise in AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face.

• Familiarity with data platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), MLOps, and AI governance.

• Understanding of computer vision, deep learning, and AI-driven automation is a plus.

Business Acumen & Leadership

• Strong experience in leading AI transformation within large-scale enterprises.

• Ability to develop AI-driven business cases and communicate ROI to stakeholders.

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s/PhD in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or Business Analytics.

• Experience working with AI in a CPG company, retail, or consulting firm.

• Prior experience in AI-driven digital transformation initiatives.

Pay:

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.  The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  At Fractal, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $150,000 - $234,000. In addition, for the current performance period, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Benefits:

As a full-time employee of the company or as an hourly employee working more than 30 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans in accordance with the plan documents, which may be amended from time to time.  You will be eligible for benefits on the first day of employment with the Company.  In addition, you are eligible to participate in the Company 401(k) Plan after 30 days of employment, in accordance with the applicable plan terms.   The Company provides for 11 paid holidays and 12 weeks of Parental Leave. We also follow a “free time” PTO policy, allowing you the flexibility to take time needed for either sick time or vacation.

Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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