Manager AI Strategy – Implementation

SWISS KRONO GROUP

Manager for AI Strategy & Implementation at Swiss Krono Group shaping AI strategy and turning bold ideas into action. Collaborating with top management and diverse teams in a hybrid environment.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeLucerne • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Azure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

AI Concept & Strategy: Capture and analyze AI needs from top management and marketing teams. Spot tech trends (GenAI, Agents, etc.) and identify new opportunities for the Swiss Krono Group.
Rapid Prototyping: Develop agile concepts, run quick feasibility studies (PoCs/MVPs), and deliver ‘quick win’ solutions that move the needle.
Project Management: Coordinate with external partners, agencies, and tech providers. Independently test and validate new AI tools (Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, etc.).
Implementation: Lead the rollout of AI solutions, ensuring smooth adoption across the organization.
Knowledge Sharing: Build internal AI capabilities through demos and best-practice sessions.
Compliance: Ensure all AI activities meet data protection and internal compliance standards. Administer AI platforms and interfaces for the company.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: University degree (Business Administration, Business Informatics, Data Science) or similar. Ambitious graduates welcome!
Background: Either business-focused with a passion for tech/AI, or tech-driven with a solid grasp of business processes and marketing/sales.
Experience: Initial hands-on experience with Generative AI (GenAI) and basic knowledge of agentic AI and workflow automation. Familiarity with AI platforms (Google AI, OpenAI/Microsoft Azure, etc.) is a plus.
Skills: Strong analytical and conceptual thinking. Digital mindset with the ability to explain complex tech in simple terms. Basic knowledge of agile project methods. Awareness of data protection, IT security, and AI regulations (EU AI Act).
Attitude: Self-motivated, curious, and success-driven. Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented. Quick to grasp and implement new ideas. Excellent communicator and team player. Open to innovation and change. Resilient and flexible.
Languages: Fluent in English, German is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Impact: Direct access to executive management and the chance to shape AI strategy at a global scale.
Growth: Fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn, experiment, and grow your skills.
Collaboration: Work with top-tier partners, tech vendors, and diverse teams across the organization.
Innovation: Be at the forefront of AI adoption, driving real change and delivering measurable results.
Culture: Open-minded, hands-on, and supportive team culture that values new ideas and personal development.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Generative AIagentic AIworkflow automationagile project methodsdata analysisfeasibility studiesproof of conceptsminimum viable productsAI implementationdata protection

Soft Skills

analytical thinkingconceptual thinkingcommunicationteam playerself-motivatedcurioussolution-orientedproactiveresilientflexible