The Lubrizol Corporation

Senior Manager, AI, Decision Science & Statistics

The Lubrizol Corporation$138K — $165K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 8+ years leading AI, data science, or digital transformation in technical environments.
  • Demonstrated success in building high-performing teams during business transformations.
  • Experience with scaling AI and machine learning solutions.
  • Strong grasp of AI value creation in manufacturing or supply chain settings.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build a high-performance culture combining scientific rigor and AI innovation.
  • Lead organizational change with clear priorities and effective practices.
  • Champion statistics and AI to tackle complex business challenges.
  • Drive AI capability building and responsible tech adoption across the enterprise.
  • Own the strategy for the Q.LIFE® Product Development Platform's evolution.
  • Identify and lead AI initiatives to enhance operations and supply chain efficiencies.
  • Develop and inspire a multidisciplinary team to achieve business objectives.

Benefits

  • Work in a respected multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway.
  • Culture emphasizing accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career mobility.
  • Engage in meaningful work with a focus on sustainable chemical solutions.
Full Job Description
Location: Wickliffe, Ohio (Preferred) | Hazelwood ( Derbyshire), UK | Deer Park, Texas | Barcelona, SpainTravel: Moderate (10-15%)Work Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day flexible)

What You Will Do

Lead Culture Change and Team Transformation
  • Build a high-performance culture that combines scientific rigor, AI innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead organizational change through clear priorities, accountability, and effective delivery practices.
  • Foster strong partnerships across global teams, functions, and external collaborators to drive business impact.


Lead Statistics, Data Science, and Enterprise AI Enablement
  • Champion the use of statistics, data science, and AI to solve complex business challenges and accelerate innovation.
  • Drive enterprise-wide AI capability building and responsible technology adoption.
  • Partner with leaders across the organization to develop future-ready AI skills and unlock new opportunities for growth and performance.


Lead Innovation and Modernization of Product Development Platforms
  • Own the strategy and evolution of the Q.LIFE® Product Development Platform, advancing AI-enabled innovation across Lubrizol.
  • Lead the development, governance, and scaling of AI and machine learning solutions that deliver measurable business value.
  • Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, universities, and research organizations to accelerate innovation and capability development.


Expand Enterprise AI Impact Across Operations and Supply Chain
  • Identify and lead high-value AI initiatives across manufacturing, operations, quality, and supply chain functions.
  • Translate emerging technologies into practical solutions that improve productivity, decision-making, and business performance.
  • Help shape Lubrizol's enterprise AI strategy and future direction.


Talent & Resource Development
  • Lead, develop, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of statisticians, data scientists, AI specialists, and digital transformation professionals.
  • Build organizational capability through strategic hiring, coaching, succession planning, and talent development.
  • Align resources and priorities to deliver business objectives and enable long-term growth.


Skills and Experience That Make a Difference
  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
  • 8+ years' experience leading AI, data science, analytics, or digital transformation initiatives within technical or industrial environments.
  • Proven success building and developing high-performing teams while leading large-scale business transformation.
  • Experience scaling AI and machine learning solutions from concept through to production.
  • Strong understanding of how AI and advanced analytics create value across product development, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain environments.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.


Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward
  • Experience within specialty chemicals, advanced materials, manufacturing, or related industries.
  • Experience partnering with technology providers, universities, or research organizations.
  • Experience leading global teams and cross-functional transformation programs.


Your Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid office environment, leveraging digital tools, enterprise data platforms, and collaboration across global teams. You will engage with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, R&D, and business leaders, to deliver scalable AI-driven solutions in a safe and inclusive environment.

Benefits that Empower You
  • Work in a respected, industry-leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
  • A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and global career mobility
  • Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions


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About The Lubrizol Corporation

The Lubrizol Corporation is a provider of specialty chemicals for the transportation, industrial, and consumer markets. These products include additives for engine oils and other transportation-related fluids, additives for industrial lubricants, and additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. The company also produces specialty materials for the plastics, coatings, and pharmaceuticals markets. Lubrizol operates in more than 100 countries and has manufacturing facilities in 17 countries.
Learn more about The Lubrizol Corporation
Size
8,600 employees
Industry
Founded
1928

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