Your JobWe are seeking a dynamic and visionary Data AI Transformation Leader to shape the next phase of Molex s data and AI journey This leader will bring strategic thinking innovation mindset and deep technical acumen to accelerate data maturity and drive enterprise-wide AI adoption in Molex You will operate as a thought partner to Molex business leaders and collaborate closely with the Data Analytics Delivery Leader to ensure strong alignment between strategy and execution This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of AI innovation data product strategy and business transformation while cultivating strong executive presence and team leadership in a global setting Our Team Molex India Data AI team drives innovation by transforming data into strategic insights empowering smarter business decisions We champion enterprise-wide AI adoption accelerating Molex s journey towards data maturity and digital excellence Our team collaborates closely with business leaders to align data strategy with execution delivering measurable impact With a passion for innovation and deep technical expertise we shape the future of Molex through cutting-edge Data AI solutions What You Will Do Strategic Innovation Thought Leadership Co-own the strategic roadmap for Molex s Data AI portfolio in partnership with delivery leadership and business stakeholders Drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI ML capabilities MLOps data governance and advanced analytics frameworks Translate Molex s business goals into transformational data strategies and scalable solutions Serve as a change agent to unlock new business models using AI generative AI and intelligent automation Champion best practices around data product thinking data mesh and next-gen architecture principles Introduce leading-edge concepts to enable smarter faster and more impactful decision-making Transformation Delivery Shape and prioritize high-value AI use cases across business functions manufacturing supply chain finance etc Build collaborative partnerships with business IT and capability teams to design and incubate future-ready solutions Operate in a 2-in-a-box model with the Molex D A Delivery Leader to align execution with long term vision Team Leadership Executive Presence Define and implement strategies for optimizing the performance of the current KCC Molex Data AI team including talent recruitment skill development resource allocation and capacity planning Establish a product mindset empowering the team to lead innovation and take ownership moving away from traditional service provider roles Build a culture of transparency collaboration and challenge enabling feedback loops and continuous improvement Exhibit solid executive presence in cross-functional settings represent the Bangalore D A team in leadership forums ensuring strategic alignment and stakeholder confidence Inspire and mentor team members cultivating a future-ready leadership bench Who You Are Basic Qualifications 15 years of experience in Data Analytics including robust AI ML expertise and enterprise transformation Proven track record of driving enterprise-level AI transformation initiatives preferably in manufacturing supply chain or industrial domains Strong team leadership skills - with the ability to inspire mentor and align cross-functional teams toward shared outcomes Excellent communication skills and a structured analytical thinker who can connect data science with business impact Experience in building and leading cross-functional global teams ideally in a matrixed enterprise Understanding of cloud-native AI platforms such as AWS Azure ML Databricks Snowflake Cortex GCP Vertex AI Exposure to governance frameworks for responsible AI including model interpretability fairness and compliance Demonstrated executive presence able to confidently present technical concepts to senior leaders and influence strategic decisions Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in AI GenAI and data science What Will Put You Ahead Significant experience in leading Data AI teams within large global organizations A track record of driving successful technological transformations and leading teams through innovation and digital transformation Experience in cloud technologies enterprise architecture and large-scale software development projects grown from hands-on experience in the past Strong understanding of the technical talent market and ability to strategically address workforce needs At Koch companies we are entrepreneurs This means we openly challenge the status quo find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate s knowledge skills abilities an d geographic location If you have questions please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy Who We Are At Koch employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company Additionally everyone has individual work and personal needs We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results