About this role
This role will lead Yum!’s enterprise-wide AI strategy, driving adoption, innovation, and transformation across brands and functions. This leader will oversee the AI Academy, advance AI-first enablement, and guide the development of scalable AI solutions that enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and business performance. Working closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, this role will shape AI investment priorities, champion responsible AI adoption, and deliver measurable business impact.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in AI, digital transformation, product leadership, or related fields.
- Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-scale transformation programs with high complexity, ambiguity, and cross-functional interdependencies.
- Experience managing and developing teams, including direct leadership responsibility.
- Strong capability to define strategy, structure complex problems, and execute at scale through diverse cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in evaluating AI technologies, governing risk, and driving safe, responsible AI adoption.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a proven ability to engage C-suite leaders and guide strategic decision-making.
- Deep understanding of AI platforms, emerging technologies, enterprise security, and compliance frameworks.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Nice to have: Experience building enablement programs, learning platforms, or automation systems.
Salary Range: $195,200 - $243,900 annually + bonus eligibility and stock-based compensation. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.