AI Innovation Lead MED

Work experience Specialist Type of position Full-Time Job Family Information Technology Digital Solutions & Development > Digital Solutions > Autonomous Flows Advisors About the Team The AI Innovation Program sits within Digital Development Platform and is responsible for accelerating AI-driven transformation across Vestas. We work directly with frontline operations, business functions, and Digital Solutions teams to identify opportunities, reimagine ways of working, and rapidly translate ideas into measurable business value. As an AI Innovation Lead, you will act as a transformation catalyst, helping business leaders and frontline teams rethink how work gets done through AI, automation, and data-driven innovation. You will guide cross-functional innovation efforts from spotting opportunities to validating value, ensuring solutions are adopted, scalable, and able to deliver lasting impact. This role combines business transformation, stakeholder leadership, innovation strategy, and AI enablement. You will question established ways of working, bring diverse stakeholders into alignment, and deliver meaningful results across the organization. Responsibilities As an AI Innovation Lead, you will play a key role in accelerating the AI transformation across Vestas by: Managing end-to-end AI Innovation runs from opportunity identification through value validation, business adoption, and scaling recommendations Partnering with business leaders, frontline teams, and Digital Solutions to identify high-value opportunities and translate strategic priorities into practical execution plans Facilitating the redesign of workflows, processes, and operating models by challenging legacy practices and identifying opportunities for automation and AI-enabled improvements Defining business objectives, success metrics, and adoption measures for AI initiatives Building stakeholder alignment across complex matrix organizations while building support without formal authority Leading the rapid experimentation efforts, pilot execution, and solution validation to ensure initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes Acting as a trusted advisor to business leaders by providing external perspectives, and thought leadership on AI-driven transformation Build organizational capability by coaching AI Innovation Leads and transferring the AI innovation method to business and technology stakeholders Qualifications Master's degree in Digital Innovation, Engineering, Technology Management, Information Systems, Business, or a related field Minimum 6 years of experience leading digital transformation, business transformation, innovation management, operational excellence, product discovery, automation, or AI-enabled delivery Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives and guiding organizational change within large matrixed environments Practical knowledge of AI, automation, data-informed decision-making, and digital transformation principles Experience working with senior leaders to bring together diverse priorities in support of common objectives Experience evaluating operational challenges and translating business needs into scalable technology-enabled solutions Fluent communication skills in English, both written and spoken Applies strategic and business-oriented thinking to identify opportunities where AI and innovation can create measurable value Manages stakeholders well and promotes cooperation across teams and functions Translates complex business and technology concepts into clear, actionable recommendations Uses structured problem-solving and analytical approaches to assess opportunities, risks, and transformation strategies Supports organizational transformation through teamwork, guidance, and leadership focused on adoption Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset toward emerging technologies, AI, and innovation trends Balances strategic vision with execution excellence to deliver tangible business outcomes Establishes trust and promotes collaboration across diverse, global, and cross-functional teams

What We Offer
Purpose. An opportunity to contribute to climate action and support future generations through AI-driven transformation and innovation. A highly visible role working directly with business leaders, frontline teams, and Digital Solutions to shape how AI creates value across Vestas. A highly visible role working directly with business leaders, frontline teams, and Digital Solutions to shape how AI creates value across Vestas. Growth. Gain exposure to complex business challenges, executive stakeholders, and large-scale transformation efforts while building skills in AI-enabled business innovation. Collaboration. A trusted, diverse, and highly collaborative environment where learning, experimentation, and knowledge sharing are encouraged. Work-life balance. A healthy work-life balance with flexible working options and opportunities to work across multiple business domains. DEIB StatementAt Vestas, we recogn