As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Group Director of AI is responsible for driving research, consulting and change management initiatives related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) across Quad. This role will place a heavy emphasis on partnering with each business unit to identify, test, and implement AI-driven technologies that deliver measurable business results. By working directly with business leaders and leading a team of AI experts, this individual will ensure AI is leveraged to optimize processes, improve customer experiences, and create new revenue opportunities. A central focus of the role is consulting across Quad to identify opportunities for EBITDA enhancement by both increasing revenues and reducing costs. This role ensures Quad maintains a leadership position in the marketplace by embedding AI solutions that drive enterprise-wide transformation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Scope:

The Group Director of AI will collaborate closely with business leaders and stakeholders across all Quad divisions. This individual will directly lead a team of AI experts and regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI solutions with operational priorities and financial objectives. Additionally, they will engage external vendors, academic institutions, and industry partners to identify emerging technologies and best practices. As a thought leader, this role will provide strategic consulting to internal stakeholders and clients on AI opportunities, risks, and transformational strategies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as Quad’s strategic AI leader, providing vision, guidance, and consulting on AI initiatives that directly impact EBITDA through revenue growth and cost optimization.
• Partner with leaders from each business unit to identify, test, and implement AI-driven solutions tailored to operational and financial priorities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of AI experts, setting priorities, coaching, and ensuring strong collaboration across business units.
• Lead cross-functional discovery and strategy sessions to uncover opportunities for AI adoption across all areas of Quad.
• Conduct rigorous research and analysis of market trends, emerging technologies, and vendor solutions to assess feasibility, scalability, and business impact.
• Develop and oversee implementation roadmaps for AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Drive organizational change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption and integration of AI solutions.
• Collaborate with Finance and Business Operations teams to model financial outcomes and quantify value creation from AI initiatives.
• Lead or oversee pilots and proof-of-concept programs to validate AI applications and prepare them for enterprise-scale deployment.
• Provide executive-level consulting and education on AI applications, ethics, compliance, and governance.
• Build and scale an internal AI consulting capability, guiding solution architects, analysts, and business consultants as the function grows.
• Act as Quad’s AI evangelist, representing the company at industry events, conferences, and client engagements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• MBA preferred, or 10 years of business management experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in AI, automation, digital transformation, or related technology leadership roles.
• Proven track record of consulting and change management at the enterprise level.
• Extensive experience in driving revenue and cost-saving initiatives through technology adoption.
• Demonstrated experience in building, leading, and scaling technical or AI-focused teams.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Industry-recognized certifications in AI, business consulting, or change management preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional executive communication, consulting, and leadership skills.
• Deep understanding of AI, automation, and digital transformation strategies.
• Ability to connect concepts to tangible action and results.
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to link AI solutions to measurable financial outcomes.
• Skilled in organizational change management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Adept at identifying opportunities and translating complex AI concepts into actionable business strategies.
• Strong team leadership and talent development capabilities.

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