Senior Product Program Manager AI Pay Range: $80.00 $109.67 per hour Overview A leading global toy and entertainment company is seeking a Senior Product Program Manager AI to drive the strategy, planning, and execution of enterprise AI initiatives. This role will oversee a portfolio of AI programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives while delivering measurable value across the organization.
The ideal candidate combines strong program leadership, stakeholder management, and hands-on experience implementing AI solutions within large-scale, cross-functional environments. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Stakeholder Management
Align and manage enterprise-wide AI product development initiatives
Define, track, and communicate business value from AI programs
Partner with business units to identify opportunities through ideation sessions, workshops, and innovation programs
Evaluate and prioritize AI use cases to support business goals
Drive development of AI-enabled business models and present recommendations to senior leadership
Program Leadership
Lead end-to-end delivery of AI programs, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and budgets
Act as the primary point of contact for AI program activities across stakeholders
Project Planning & Execution
Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, milestones, resources, and risk mitigation strategies
Ensure successful execution across all phases of the program lifecycle
Risk & Issue Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting program delivery
Implement corrective actions to maintain continuity and performance
Change Management
Develop and execute change management strategies to drive adoption of AI solutions
Provide training and support to stakeholders and end users
Budget & Resource Management
Manage program budgets with a focus on cost efficiency and transparency
Optimize resource allocation across multiple initiatives
Qualifications Required:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of experience in IT program management, including SaaS and cloud implementations
Proven experience leading large-scale AI or data-driven programs
Strong understanding of AI/ML fundamentals and enterprise AI applications
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or similar platforms
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex environments
Preferred:
Masters degree or relevant certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL)
Experience with generative AI and agent-based AI systems
Familiarity with AI governance, compliance, and risk considerations
Background in consumer products, toy, or entertainment industries
Key Skills
AI Program Management
Product Strategy & Roadmapping
Stakeholder Engagement
Agile / Scrum Methodologies
SaaS & Cloud Implementations
Risk & Change Management
Generative AI / Machine Learning
Additional Information
This role operates within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a continuous learning mindset