At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead AI initiatives to transform commercial operations and supply chain with measurable impact.
- Company: Join Danaher, a leader in life sciences and an inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with global teams to tackle complex challenges and drive impactful solutions.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in life sciences while driving innovation and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: 12+ years in AI leadership, strong strategic and execution skills.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 £ per year.
This job is with Danaher, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Abcam, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives - and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
Progress happens together. At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together. That’s why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society.
We are seeking a hands-on strategic and results-driven Senior Director of AI and Data Strategy to lead the development and execution of artificial intelligence initiatives within Abcam. This position excludes scientific R&D and drug discovery responsibilities and instead focuses on enabling commercial excellence and supply chain resiliency through advanced analytics, generative AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation.
The individual leader will drive enterprise-scale AI adoption focused on operational efficiency, demand forecasting, customer engagement, revenue optimisation, inventory management, and business process transformation. This position reports to the Chief Digital Officer and is a key member of the global Abcam Digital Department. The Senior Director will work closely with executive leadership, Commercial, Supply Chain, IT, Data & Analytics, Finance, and Operations teams to identify high-value opportunities, implement scalable AI capabilities, and establish governance frameworks that ensure responsible and measurable AI adoption, data strategy and execution. As such, this is a hybrid position with a requirement to attend Abcam locations on a weekly basis.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop and execute an enterprise AI roadmap focused on Commercial Operations and Supply Chain transformation with measurable impact
- Lead AI initiatives across sales, marketing, customer success, market intelligence, and commercial analytics
- Drive intelligent automation and generative AI adoption to enhance workflows, sales enablement, customer communications, and knowledge management
- Define and deliver the enterprise data strategy, including governance, integration, and data standards
- Identify and prioritise high-impact AI use cases (e.g. forecasting, customer insight, pricing, inventory optimisation, logistics, sales effectiveness)
- Establish AI governance frameworks aligned with regulatory, privacy, cybersecurity, and quality requirements
- Partner with IT and Data teams on AI architecture and tooling, while managing vendors and strategic technology partnerships
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
- 12+ years of leadership experience in AI, RPA, and digital transformation
- Proven experience delivering AI or advanced analytics solutions in supply chain and/or commercial environments
- Experience within B2B and/or FMCG industries
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
- Strong influencing capability with executive stakeholders and ability to challenge and collaborate at all levels
- Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
Senior Director of AI and Data Strategy in Soham employer: Danaher Corporation
Danaher Corporation is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring continuous growth in their technical skills while enjoying the autonomy of on-site work. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive team environment, Danaher stands out as a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful careers in technology and service.
