AI Transformation Program Manager

About the role

Powerfleet is seeking an experienced AI Transformation Contractor to support the execution and operational management of the company’s enterprise-wide AI-First Transformation program. This role will serve as a key execution partner within the Business Transformation function, helping drive structure, accountability, governance, and momentum across one of the company’s most strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Transformation Program Execution
• Support the day-to-day execution of Powerfleet’s AI-First Transformation program across multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Help drive program governance, execution discipline, milestone tracking, and operational follow-through.
• Maintain and manage program documentation, dashboards, action logs, dependency trackers, and transformation reporting.
• Ensure key deliverables, risks, and dependencies are visible, actionable, and progressing on schedule.
• Partner with transformation track owners to identify and resolve execution blockers quickly and effectively.
• Support ongoing program health reviews and escalation processes.
• Cross Functional Coordination
• Drive recurring transformation meetings, stand-ups, and steering committee sessions to track progress and action items.
• Coordinate across Engineering, Product, Customer Success, Internal AI Adoption, and Change Management teams.
• Facilitate follow-up activities and ensure accountability for commitments, decisions, and deadlines.
• Surface risks, gaps, and cross-functional conflicts early while helping drive alignment toward resolution.
• Support leadership in maintaining strong execution velocity across the transformation portfolio.
• Executive Reporting & Communication
• Prepare executive-level updates, status reports, presentations, talking points, and transformation summaries.
• Help maintain a consistent transformation narrative internally across leadership teams and stakeholders.
• Aid in the creation of materials for monthly program reviews, leadership meetings, all-hands updates, and shareholder-facing communications.
• Support the development of operational reporting and KPI visibility for transformation progress.
• Process & Operational Improvement
• Help establish and reinforce transformation of operating rhythms, governance standards, and decision-making processes.
• Implement standardized templates, workflows, tracking mechanisms, and program management practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve execution efficiency, communication flow, and operational transparency.
• Support the adoption of AI-first operating principles and scalable transformation practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Familiarity with AI, SaaS, software, data, IoT, or technology-driven organizations, and experience driving transformation programs within these environments.
• 7+ years of experience in program management, transformation, PMO, business operations, consulting, or strategy execution roles.
• Experience supporting complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives with multiple stakeholders and workstreams.
• Strong organizational and operational management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience supporting executive-level reporting.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and operate effectively in fast-moving environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with modern project and program management tools such as Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
• Comfortable working across global teams and occasionally supporting meetings aligned to U.S. Eastern Time.
• Preferred:
• Experience supporting AI transformation, digital transformation, or enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Previous experience in SaaS, AIoT, platform, or publicly traded technology companies.
• Exposure to AI governance, AI adoption programs, or enterprise AI operationalization.
• PMP, Prosci, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent program management or transformation certification preferred.
• Experience supporting executive steering committees or enterprise PMO functions.

Contract Details

• Contract position
• Remote opportunity with preference for candidates located in the United States, United Kingdom, or Europe
• Global collaboration across multiple regions and business functions
• Potential opportunity for extended engagement based on business transformation priorities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Powerfleet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we’re proud to be a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.