We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.
Are you ready to pioneer AI solutions that solve the industry's most complex challenges? As the Global Head of Specialized AI, you'll spearhead Covestro's technological revolution, reporting directly to our Chief AI Officer. This strategic role demands an exceptional blend of deep AI expertise and commercial instinct to develop bespoke AI solutions that address our most critical business challenges. You'll orchestrate high-impact AI initiatives across the entire value chain—from operational excellence and product innovation to process optimization and predictive capabilities. We're looking for a visionary leader who can transform sophisticated AI techniques into measurable business outcomes, cultivate an innovation ecosystem, and cement Covestro's position as the AI pacesetter in the chemical industry—directly driving substantial EBITDA growth and sustainable competitive advantage.
In addition to our diverse benefits, you can expect an attractive starting salary between €128.400,00/year and €160.500,00/year plus a variable component for a full-time position. The starting salary is based on your qualifications and professional experience.
With great motivation and full commitment, you will take on the following tasks in detail:
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As Head of the Specialized AI department, you will lead the definition, development, and implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions tailored to specific business challenges across Covestro's global operations
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You will lead several team and high-profile individual contributors
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You will be part of the global AI leadership team, ensuring coherent AI strategy implementation and ethical considerations
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You will create an environment allowing both human and machine intelligences to collaborate and thrive
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You will spearhead the development and implementation of specialized AI models in key areas including computer vision, time series modelling and deep learning
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You will ensure high availability of these models allowing them to be trusted partners for all Covestro
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You will actively engage with external research facilities, universities, vendors, and start-ups to extend the impact of the specialized AI team and maintain Covestro's position at the forefront of AI innovation
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You will expand the internal network and champion specialized AI applications throughout the company, ensuring these solutions become integral components of decision-making and operational processes at all organizational levels
The following points characterize you:
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Advanced degree (preferably Ph.D.) in Math, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field
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Over 10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 8 years in leadership roles in specialized AI domains
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Strong business acumen and results-oriented approach, including the willingness to take calculated risks and the determination to achieve and exceed EBITDA targets through innovative specialized AI solutions
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Demonstrated long-term experience in developing and implementing specialized AI solutions in an international corporate environment, preferably in the chemical or manufacturing industry
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Deep expertise in multiple specialized AI domains such as computer vision, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems
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Proven track record of leading and scaling AI teams and successfully delivering high-impact AI projects in large organizations
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Open-minded personality and an approachable team player (m/f/d) comfortable with working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
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Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex AI concepts to diverse audiences, including C-level executives
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Fluent English skills, both written and spoken, as well as willingness and ability to travel internationally
For any preliminary inquiries, please contact Marek Sierant at marek.sierant@covestro.com.
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Perfection? Not required!
The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem!
We'll tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities.
Apply now!
We look forward to receive your application! Become #1ofUs!
Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot.
We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits.
Specifically, it means for us: flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all.
Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here:
https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits
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Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Covestro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Covestro and has not been reviewed or approved by Covestro.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — The company publicly commits to pay equity and a transparent compensation structure, signaling consistency across roles and levels. Competitive pay for manufacturing, engineering, and operations is frequently highlighted alongside solid benefits.
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Retirement Support — U.S. offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and additional retirement contributions, plus an employee stock purchase program. The retirement setup is repeatedly described as especially strong, with examples of automatic contributions and generous matching.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holiday observance are standard, complemented by two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Supplemental parental leave and adoption assistance add depth to family support.
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Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, cosmetics and health, as well as in the chemical industry itself. The company is committed to becoming fully circular and is striving to become climate neutral by 2035 (scope 1, 2 and 3). Covestro generated sales of EUR 14.4 billion in fiscal 2023. At the end of 2023, the company had 48 production sites worldwide and employed approximately 17,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents). Data protection information: https://www.covestro.com/en/social-media-privacy-statements
