Strategic Sourcing and AI Transformation Project Manager

Lumen Technologies is a trusted network for AI, transforming how businesses connect and scale in an AI-driven world. The Strategic Sourcing and AI Transformation Project Manager will lead high-impact projects aimed at modernization and operational efficiency within the Global Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead projects from initiation through closeout, including scope definition, business requirements, schedules, risks, dependencies, and success metrics
• Developing business cases and coordinating across functions to ensure that investments deliver maximum value
• Oversee process mapping and recommend workflow improvements, platform updates, systems and AI or automation opportunities
• Manage multiple concurrent initiatives with varying complexity, timelines, and stakeholders
• Apply appropriate delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) based on project needs and maturity
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic priorities
• Coordinate project intake, assessments, and approvals throughout the project, inclusive of enterprise governance tools processes and policies (e.g., AI governance, IT systems, ect)
• Partner with AI Governance, Security, Privacy, Legal, Procurement, and Technology teams to ensure compliance with ethical, regulatory, and risk management standards
• Track specific KPIs such as adoption, business impact, risk mitigation, and operational readiness
• Act as the primary point of contact for business, technology, and functional stakeholders
• Facilitate working sessions, decision forums, and executive updates to drive alignment and timely decisions
• Translate business needs into clear project plans and actionable deliverables
• Proactively manage change impacts and support adoption across impacted teams
• Maintain accurate documentation including project plans, status reporting, and executive dashboards
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes, tooling, and templates
• Contribute to the evolution of project management practices, especially for AI and emerging technology initiatives

Requirements:

• 5+ years of related project or program management experience, delivering cross‑functional initiatives
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and dependencies
• Strong communication, facilitation, and executive‑level presentation skills
• Experience working with process, systems, or technology‑enabled transformation efforts
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and driving structure in evolving environments
• 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain and P2P functions and systems
• Experience leading or supporting AI, automation, analytics, or advanced technology initiatives
• Familiarity with AI governance concepts such as risk assessments, privacy impacts, security reviews and AI principles
• Experience working in large, matrixed organizations
• PMP, Agile, or similar project management certification and/or experience