Director, AI and Data

Job Description

Director, AI and Data

Posting

Start Date:

2/2/26

Job Location (Short):
Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60631 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA,

Requisition

Onsite or Remote:
Onsite Position

Komatsu is seeking a Director, AI & Data to lead enterprise-wide AI and data transformation initiatives across our North American organizations. This role will shape strategy, governance, and advanced analytics capabilities that enable smarter decisions, scalable innovation, and long-term business value. The Director, AI & Data serves as a strategic partner to business and functional leaders, embedding AI, analytics, and data-driven insights into operations, planning, and performance measurement.

This leader will also build and mentor a high-performing team while championing responsible AI, data ethics, and governance.

• Lead the enterprise AI and data strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and long-term transformation goals
• Define and manage an enterprise AI and data roadmap, architecture, and operating model
• Embed advanced analytics and AI capabilities into core business processes including forecasting, predictive analytics, and intelligent automation
• Establish and operationalize data governance, stewardship, and standardization practices across the enterprise
• Partner closely with IT, business units, and functional leaders to modernize data platforms and infrastructure
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists, engineers, and analytics leaders
• Champion ethical AI practices, data privacy, and compliance standards
• Promote data literacy and AI enablement across functions to drive adoption and value realization
• Monitor performance and continuously refine AI and data initiatives for scalability and efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field required.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in data and analytics leadership roles, including 5+ years leading enterprise data/AI initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML technologies, cloud data platforms, and data engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated success driving data and AI transformations at scale in complex organizations.
• Expertise in ethical AI, data privacy, and compliance standards.
• Strong skills in communication, leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Hiring Range:
  This role pays $193,000-$250,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
• Company Benefits:
  Komatsu provides an extensive benefits package including health benefits, 401k, paid time off, employee assistance programs, disability benefits, life insurance, and learning and development programs.
• Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:
  Komatsu is committed to diversity and inclusion and strives to advance a sustainable future that creates value together.
• Company Information:
  Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for multiple markets. For more information, visit
• EEO Statement:
  Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.