Deputy General Manager AI Lab Godrej Industries Group

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About Godrej Industries Group (GIG) Godrej Industries Group (GIG), is a vibrant group of listed Godrej companies. It has a clear focus on Chemicals, FMCG, Real Estate, Agriculture and Financial Services, a set of diverse industries, most of which are defining new Indias growth story. At GILAC we seek to achieve this growth through fostering an inspiring place to work, while inculcating shared value through a philosophy of Good & Green. As a part of GIG, Godrej Industries Group (GIG) is in the business of oleo-chemicals, surfactants, finance & investments, and estate management. In the past few years, the group has also focused on increasing its global footprint in developing economies like Latin America, Indonesia and Africa through its FMCG arm Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL). GCPL is a leader among the Indian-born FMCG companies with leading Household and Personal Care Products. The real estate arm, Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) brings the groups philosophy of innovation and excellence to the real estate industry. It aims to deliver superior value to all stakeholders through extraordinary and imaginative spaces created out of deep customer focus and insight. The agri-business arm Godrej Agrovet Ltd (GAVL) of GILAC is dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. The company operates in animal feed, oil palm, agri inputs, hybrid seeds, and poultry in which it is a leader. Godrej Capital (GC) is the vertical that aims to finance your dreams. We understand whats important to you, and taking the Groups legacy of trust, we bring to you financial solutions to secure your future, creating moments of joy. www.godrejgroup.com Designation: Deputy General Manager AI Lab Location : Mumbai, India Job Purpose As a Deputy General Manager (DGM) at the Godrej AI Lab, you will play a pivotal role in leading high-impact AI programs across group businesses. You will drive the development and deployment of advanced AI solutions, foster strong stakeholder partnerships, and manage a focused team of AI engineers and executives. This position demands a combination of strategic leadership, strong execution capabilities, and a sound understanding of AI technologies. Youll work closely with business teams, IT, and external partners to deliver outcomes that matter. Roles & Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of AI initiativesfrom business problem framing to scaled deployment. Partner with business leaders to define priorities, scope solutions, and drive adoption. Manage and mentor a team of AI engineers and senior executives to ensure execution quality and timely delivery. Translate business challenges into technically feasible and measurable AI use cases. Guide solution design, vendor evaluations, and platform/tooling choices. Ensure integration and alignment across business, data, IT, and external stakeholders. Monitor project progress and impact metrics, proactively addressing risks or delays. Contribute to the broader AI maturity journeysupporting enablement, communication, or upskilling efforts as needed. Stay informed on the evolving AI landscape to bring relevant innovations into the organization. Educational Qualification Education: Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical discipline. MBA or certifications in AI/Gen AI are a plus. Experience 7+ years of experience in digital transformation, AI/ML, data science, or technology-led business roles. Strong Experience in AI and Gen AI Good track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Demonstrated ability to manage teams and influence cross-functional senior leaders. Experience working with external tech partners and system integrators Skills Solid understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, platforms, and applications. Ability to translate business needs into technically sound solutions. Strong project and stakeholder management skills; proven ability to lead in a matrixed setup. Strategic and analytical mindset with a bias for execution. Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills. Comfort with ambiguity and a proactive, problem-solving approach. An inclusive Godrej Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. Its not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you. If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.,