enVista

Director, AI Enablement& Productivity

enVista • $174K — $213K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in technology, digital transformation, or related fields.
  • 3+ years leading AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Experience translating emerging technologies into business outcomes.
  • Proven track record in managing cross-functional programs.
  • Strong understanding of generative AI and machine learning.
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience in driving organizational change.

Responsibilities

  • Evolve continuous improvement for an AI-enabled environment.
  • Embed AI considerations into Kaizen events and process improvement.
  • Partner with leaders to translate business opportunities into improved workflows.
  • Guide teams in identifying AI opportunities versus traditional methods.
  • Develop practical AI-enabled continuous improvement methods and tools.
  • Build capability among continuous improvement leaders to incorporate AI.
  • Facilitate high-value Kaizen events and strategic problem-solving efforts.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401K match.
  • Annual performance bonus opportunities.
  • Professional development programs.
  • Supportive work environment focused on innovation.
Full Job Description


Job Description:

Must reside within a commutable distance to both Brea, CA and Irvine, CA, as the office location will be relocated from Brea to Irvine in approximately Q1 2028. This is not a hybrid or remote opportunity and requires onsite presence 4 days per week.


Envista is seeking a dynamic Director, AI Enablement & Productivity to drive AI-enabled business transformation and continuous improvement across the enterprise. This is a high-potential role for a results-driven change agent who thrives in fast-moving, matrixed environments and enjoys shaping how an organizationoperatesand grows. This leader will advance our continuousimprovementmethods, tools, and ways of working in an increasingly AI-enabled environment.

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, technology, people, and business transformation. It combines transformationexpertisewith a strong continuous improvement mindset to help teams rethink how work gets done. The leader will embed an AI lens into Kaizen events, problem solving, process improvement, and operational excellence initiatives. This role will partner closely with operating companies, functional leaders, continuous improvement practitioners, IT, and other technical teams to drive adoption and organizational change.

Envista Business System (EBS) is our enterprise approach to driving performance, scaling improvement, and building capability. This leader will accelerate Lean thinking, Kaizen culture, strategy deployment, and cross-functional problem solving through an AI-first lens.


Key Responsibilities

  • Evolve continuous improvement for an AI-enabled environment.Identifyopportunities to strengthen tools, processes, frameworks, and methods by incorporating relevant AI concepts and capabilities.
  • Bring an AI lens to continuous improvement and problem solving.Embed AI considerations into Kaizen events, value-stream work, problem solving, and processimprovementso teams consider not only how to improve existing work, but how work could be done differently.
  • Help shape the 'how.'Partner with operatingcompanyand functional leaders to translate business opportunities into improved ways of working using continuous improvement methods, process redesign, and, whereappropriate, AI.
  • Guide AI opportunity discovery.Help teams distinguish where AI can materially improve an outcome from situations where traditional process improvement,automationor other approaches are moreappropriate.
  • Develop AI-enabled continuous improvement methods and practices.Create and refine practical approaches, playbooks, facilitation techniques, and tools that practitioners can use consistently across the enterprise.
  • Build organizational capability.Develop the skills and confidence of continuous improvement leaders and practitioners to incorporate AI thinking into everyday improvement and problem-solving activities.
  • Facilitate and lead high-value opportunities.Participate directly in selected Kaizen events, strategic problem-solving efforts, and transformation initiatives where AI could materially change the solution space or resulting operating model.
  • Translate opportunity into action.Clarify the business problem, desiredoutcomesand process changes, then partner with IT and other technical teams todeterminetheappropriate deliveryapproach where technology isrequired

Job Requirements:

  • 8+ years of experience in technology, digital transformation, management consulting, product, innovation, organizational transformation, ora relatedfield.

  • 3+ years of experience leading AI, automation, digital transformation, data, or enterprise technology initiatives.

  • Demonstrated experience translating emerging technologies into practical business outcomes.

  • Experience leading cross-functional programs in complex organizations.

  • Strong understanding of generative AI, AI agents, machine learning, automation, and the broader AI ecosystem.

  • Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

  • Strong executive presence andstakeholder-managementskills.

  • Demonstrated experience driving organizational change and technology adoption.

  • Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Ability to travel globally as needed

Preferred

  • Experience developing enterprise AI strategies or AI transformation programs.

  • Experience implementing or scaling generative AI solutions.

  • ExperienceestablishingAI governance or responsible AI frameworks.

  • Experience building enterprise learning or enablement programs.

  • Experience working with AI platforms, copilots, agentic systems, LLMs, or AI-enabled business applications.

  • Experience managing technology vendors and strategic partners.

  • MBA, advanced technical degree, or equivalent experience.

  • Experience with Lean, Kaizen, value-stream mapping, root-cause problem solving, operational excellence, and/or structured business systems such as EBS, DBS, TPS, or Shingo.

Target Market Salary Range:


Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.


For Field Sales roles, the salary range listed reflects base pay only and does not include incentive pay opportunities under the applicable sales compensation plan


$174,500 - $213,300

Operating Company:

Corporate

About enVista

enVista is a global software solutions and consulting services firm headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. The company provides consulting, implementation, and managed services in supply chain, transportation, retail, and IT. enVista's services include supply chain strategy, transportation management, warehouse management, labor management, and IT services. The company has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about enVista
Size
11,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$33.3 million
Founded
2002
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
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