WHY JOIN BEALLS?
Come join a team rich in tradition that is ready to adapt and evolve with the ever-changing retail landscape! We are a debt-free, billion-dollar organization with over 600 retail stores across 23 states. With an eye to the future, we continue to enter new markets and expand our customer base!
We invest in our associates with training and development and build careers through collaboration, strong relationships, and supportive leadership. Our company practices, business outcomes, and culture will continue to be strengthened by our associates working together in the same location here in Florida.
Stable and fiscally savvy, Beall’s has long been an organization that represents tradition, integrity, and sustainability. We are led by servant leaders who are genuinely grateful for our contributions every day. Our associates strive to exceed expectations and drive results through empowerment and ownership. Come join a team that brings a people-first approach to doing business!
AI Specialist
FUNCTION:
The AI Specialist supports the development, testing, and adoption of artificial intelligence solutions that improve business processes, productivity, and decision-making. Reporting to the Director of AI, this role applies technical skills, analytical thinking, and curiosity in a collaborative corporate environment. The AI Specialist assists with data preparation, model evaluation, prompt development, documentation, and cross-functional AI initiatives that support responsible and practical AI applications.
INTERACTION:
· Reports to the Director of AI
· Partners with Technology, Data & Analytics, Store Operations, Merchandising, Finance, Human Resources, and other business teams to support AI use cases and implementation efforts
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES [Essential Functions]:
AI Development & Support
· Assist in developing, testing, and refining AI solutions, automations, and prompts that support business objectives.
· Prepare, organize, and validate data used for AI and machine learning initiatives.
· Evaluate AI outputs for quality, accuracy, consistency, and business relevance.
· Support the documentation of AI processes, workflows, and best practices.
· Research emerging AI tools and capabilities and share recommendations with the team.
Business Analysis & Implementation
· Work with business partners to gather requirements and identify opportunities for practical AI applications.
· Assist in pilot projects, user testing, and feedback collection for new AI-enabled tools and processes.
· Help monitor results, measure adoption, and identify improvement opportunities after implementation.
Responsible AI & Governance
· Follow established guidelines for data privacy, security, and responsible AI use.
· Assist in reviewing outputs for bias, risk, and policy alignment.
· Maintain clear documentation to support transparency, repeatability, and compliance.
· Escalate issues or concerns to leadership as appropriate.
Collaboration & Professional Growth
· Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams to support project goals.
· Communicate findings, observations, and recommendations clearly in verbal and written formats.
· Participate in training, mentoring, and ongoing learning to build technical and business knowledge.
· Contribute ideas that improve team processes, experimentation, and innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
· Foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analysis, automation, or generative AI concepts gained through education, projects, internships, or related experience.
· Understanding of prompt development and evaluation concepts.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
· Ability to learn quickly and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred
· Internship, capstone, academic research, hands-on project work, or related experience in AI, analytics, automation, or software development.
· Experience using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, or similar platforms.
· Exposure to tools or frameworks such as Python, SQL, Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, cloud-based AI services, or other automation and data visualization tools.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
· Interest in retail, consumer business, or applying AI to improve business operations and associate experiences.
· Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for emerging technology.
For more information, check out:
www.beallsinc.com
www.bealls.com
www.homecentric.com
www.beallsflorida.com
Bealls Inc. is a privately held company, rich in tradition,still owned by the founding family . Founded in 1915, Bealls includes over 530 stores and www.beallsflorida.com. Bealls is the destination of choice for casual lifestyle and priced right apparel and home merchandise. Bealls Department Stores and BeallsFlorida.com, are owned and operated by Beall's Department Stores, Inc and Beall's Westgate Corporation. Bealls Outlet Stores, and Burkes Outlet Stores are owned and operated by Bealls Outlet Stores, Inc. , Burkes Outlet Stores L.L.C. , and Burkes Westgate Corporation .
Your Future
Beall's, Inc. is the parent company of Beall's Department Stores, Inc., Beall's Outlet Stores, Inc., Burke's Outlet Stores, LLC, and Beall's Home Outlets. Headquartered in Bradenton, Florida, Beall's, Inc. performs the Distribution, Finance, Information Systems, and Human Resources functions for its retail subsidiaries allowing those companies to concentrate on merchandising, marketing and operations. Beall's, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer exciting opportunities for professional growth in a highly competitive field.
Your Workplace
Beall's employees are encouraged to set and reach their goals; they are empowered to attain high levels of success. The Beall's family of stores is committed to the support and encouragement of each employee. Our tradition includes training and promotion from within. Our strength rests on individual employees reaching their potentials. The contributions of many contribute to the common goal of providing the best customer service possible, every day.
Our criteria for selecting candidates include work experience, education and extra-curricular activities. Beall's believes in equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, cultural background or physical characteristics. A diverse workplace benefits everyone and we uphold a tradition of service to our diverse community of customers. In addition, Beall's has a long-standing commitment to a safe, drug-free and smoke-free work environment.