AI Business Partner - Global Retail

A global retail firm seeks an AI Business Partner in Hong Kong to align stakeholders and deliver strategic end-to-end data, analytics, and AI initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

As AI Business Partner, you will lead end-to-end AI initiatives in a global retail setting, aligning stakeholders, structuring delivery, bridging business and tech, and driving adoption and measurable value.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of high-impact AI and analytics initiatives (Generative AI, Agentic AI solutions) from problem framing to adoption and handover across global business
• Structure complex programmes into clear workstreams with defined ownership, metrics, and governance
• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive alignment, decisions, and influence without direct authority
• Drive prioritisation and strategic trade-offs, balancing business goals with technical feasibility
• Bridge business and technical teams with AI literacy, translating complex concepts into actionable solutions while coaching teams and fostering a scalable culture

Candidate profile:

To excel in this role, you bring experience in AI and analytics programmes, strong stakeholder management, retail insight, adaptability, and clear communication to drive collaboration and outcomes.

• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional programmes across data, BI, analytics, or AI
• End-to-end programme lifecycle expertise from design and scoping to delivery and value realisation
• Retail industry familiarity (e.g., category management, trading) preferred
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across regions, with the ability to operate without authority
• Structured problem-solving, clear communication, adaptability in ambiguity, and fluency in English (Cantonese proficiency preferred)

About the company:

A leading multinational retail and consumer business operates across diverse markets, known for its scale, innovation, and customer-centric approach. It offers a collaborative, forward-looking environment with strong investment in digital transformation, flexible work practices, and continuous learning to support long-term career growth.

Keywords: AI, data, analytics, Gen AI, stakeholder management, global retail

What’s next?

Drive the future of AI in retail—make your impact where it matters most.