Industrial Systems and AI Integration Expert (Remote US)

About the role

Gartner is hiring a Senior Director, Analyst for its Manufacturing sector, working remotely in the US. The role shapes the future of manufacturing by helping AI systems integrate with physical devices such as robots, vehicles and machines, using sensors and actuators to perceive, decide and act in real-world environments. As a Senior Director, you lead within Gartner's Business and Technology Insights sector, producing research and acting as a trusted advisor to clients.

Key responsibilities

• Create research content for Manufacturing CIOs and AI leaders, develop new research ideas and analyze client challenges to identify root causes
• Research and predict manufacturing vendors and trends, including Magic Quadrants, Critical Capabilities and Strategic Roadmaps
• Advise manufacturers on digitalization and AI readiness, strategy, use cases, business case, architecture, design and vendor selection
• Deliver presentations for Gartner events and client briefings, and support research and sales
• Review research content for quality and timeliness, mentor junior team members and represent Gartner's methodology

Required profile

• 12+ years of experience in Manufacturing IT, with expertise in core manufacturing systems and preferably deterministic, production-grade AI use cases
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred
• Proven background in designing, deploying and integrating MES, IIoT, enterprise integrations (ERP, data warehouses, PLM, quality systems) and deterministic AI applications (decision support, rule-based optimization, DSLMs, computer vision, edge computing, robotics)
• Executive presence, strong collaboration and organizational skills, and willingness to travel up to 25%

Required skills

• High-quality research, writing, analytical and presentation skills
• Ability to explain complex concepts simply and present to internal and external clients
• Strong business and financial acumen, learning agility and ability to work in matrixed, multicultural environments

What we offer

• Base salary estimated between 172,000 and 202,500 USD, with an annual bonus or uncapped sales incentive plan
• Generous PTO, 401k match up to 7,200 USD per year and the option to buy company stock at a discount
• Hybrid work, with virtual work when productive