Protiviti is looking for Business Performance Improvement - Supply Chain & Operations (Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence) Manager in Atlanta, GA. This local job opportunity with ID 3863328567 is live since 2026-10-02 08:16:19.

Overview

In this role you will guide clients in leveraging AI to optimize manufacturing and supply chain performance. You'll partner with CTOs and operations leaders to turn data-driven insights into tangible improvements, while building lasting client relationships and leading delivery. You will shape AI-enabled solutions across production, maintenance, quality, and logistics, driving measurable value and scalable outcomes. This opportunity combines strategic problem-solving with hands-on execution in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Compensation / Benefits

• hybrid work model
• competitive salary
• annual bonus and/or stock opportunities
• medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off including holidays and PTO/Sick leave

Responsibilities

• Own AI use cases end to end, from value framing to measurable outcomes
• Lead client workshops and end-to-end process improvement projects with ROI analysis
• Develop data strategies ensuring clean, governed data for AI/ML use
• Establish AI governance with human-in-the-loop checks and clear decision criteria
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Partner across production, maintenance, quality, logistics, planning, and procurement to drive continuous improvement
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams; manage performance and deliverables
• Drive business development through proposals, scoping, and opportunity capture
• Translate issues and risks for executives and stakeholders
• Build professional relationships with senior executives and client personnel

Key requirements

• 5+ years in Consulting, Manufacturing, Operations Technology, Manufacturing AI, Digital Twins, or related fields
• Direct exposure to plant floor operations; broader warehousing/logistics experience a plus
• Ability to translate data into business value and communicate to management
• Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, NVIDIA, Microsoft Data Foundry) and Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Excel, Power BI, Azure/Fabric)
• Strong project management and leadership skills; proven client relationship experience
• Professional certifications (CPM, CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, PMP, Six Sigma) strongly preferred

• leadership
• communication
• client relationship building
• AI tooling and governance
• OT data, PLC data analysis
• Manufacturing AI/ML techniques