Head Ai Strategy & Governance

BJ's Wholesale Club

Marlborough, MA, US
Base: $245,000.00-$340,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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10+ years technology strategy experience
3-5 years focused on ai initiatives
Enterprise ai strategy and roadmap development
** BJ's Wholesale Club is seeking a Head of AI Strategy & Governance who will lead the development and implementation of AI strategies across the organization. The role involves establishing governance frameworks, driving AI adoption, and ensuring operational excellence in AI initiatives while collaborating with various business functions. **

Job Summary

  • This role leads the organization's efforts to mature how AI is used, governed, and adopted across all business functions while reporting directly to the CIDO.
  • The successful candidate will define the enterprise AI strategy, lead the AI Council, and champion operational excellence to ensure high-value AI initiatives are executed efficiently.
  • BJ's Wholesale Club offers a comprehensive benefits package including weekly pay, free memberships, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) match for team members.

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** BJ's Wholesale Club is seeking a Head of AI Strategy & Governance who will lead the development and implementation of AI strategies across the organization. The role involves establishing governance frameworks, driving AI adoption, and ensuring operational excellence in AI initiatives while collaborating with various business functions. **

Salary

Base: $245,000.00-$340,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including 401(k) match and stock purchase plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years technology strategy experience
  • 3-5 years focused on AI initiatives
  • Enterprise AI strategy and roadmap development
  • AI Council leadership and governance
  • Cross-functional coordination with data and engineering
  • Agentic AI and productivity tools knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Strong storytelling and executive communication skills
  • Experience in matrixed organizations
  • Change management and organizational readiness expertise
  • Ability to translate technical concepts to business impact
  • Highly self-motivated and organized work style

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
  • 10+ years in technology strategy or digital transformation
  • 3-5 years focused specifically on AI or data-driven initiatives
  • Proven ability to influence senior leaders without direct authority

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