Cellares
Senior Manager, Enterprise AI
TLDR
Lead the execution of Cellares’ enterprise AI strategy, operationalizing AI across systems and collaborating with teams to deploy impactful AI solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Execute the enterprise AI roadmap aligned with IT and business transformation goals
Translate AI strategy into prioritized, outcome-driven use cases across manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and enterprise functions
Drive adoption of AI across IT and business workflows with measurable ROI
Define and implement scalable AI architecture leveraging Azure, Databricks, and enterprise data platforms
Evaluate and deploy AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, LLM platforms, and custom AI agents
Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems including SAP S/4HANA, Tulip MES, LabVantage LIMS, and Veeva QMS
Design and deploy AI-driven solutions for: Digital manufacturing optimization (yield, scheduling, deviations), Supply chain planning and forecasting, Quality and compliance automation, IT operations and service management, & Enable agentic workflows (“digital employees”) to automate repetitive processes
Establish AI governance aligned with GxP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements
Partner with InfoSec, Quality, and Legal to ensure responsible AI practices
Define guardrails for data usage, model monitoring, and human oversight
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, TechOps, and Business teams
Work closely with Enterprise Architecture, Data, and Integration teams
Collaborate with external partners and system integrators
Define KPIs and track adoption, efficiency gains, and cost savings
Communicate AI outcomes to executive leadership
Build dashboards and reporting for AI performance and ROI
Mentor team members and build AI capabilities within IT and business teams
Drive AI literacy and training programs across the organization
Support GCC (India) team build-out for AI and data capabilities
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Information Systems, or related field
7+ years of experience in enterprise IT, data, or AI/ML roles
2+ years leading AI, automation, or data initiatives at scale
Experience in architecting and deploying enterprise AI agents
Experience with GenAI/LLMs and enterprise AI platforms
Strong understanding of enterprise systems (SAP, MES, LIMS, QMS)
Experience in regulated industries (biotech, pharma, manufacturing) preferred
Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure preferred), Databricks, and data architecture
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to translate AI concepts into business value
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth/entrepreneurial mindset
This is Cellares
Cellares is the first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO) and takes an Industry 4.0 approach to mass manufacturing the living drugs of the 21st century. The company is both developing and operating integrated technologies for cell therapy manufacturing to accelerate access to life-saving cell therapies. The company’s Cell Shuttle integrates all the technologies required for the entire manufacturing process in a flexible and high-throughput platform that delivers true walk-away, end-to-end automation. Cell Shuttles will be deployed in Cellares’ Smart Factories around the world to meet total patient demand for cell therapies at global scale. Partnering with Cellares enables academics, biotechs, and pharma companies to accelerate drug development and scale out manufacturing, lower process failure rates, lower manufacturing costs, and meet global patient demand.
The company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California with its commercial-scale IDMO Smart Factory in Bridgewater, New Jersey. The company is backed by world-class investors and has raised over $355 million in financing.
Leveling will be based on overall experience, education, and demonstration of knowledge throughout the interview process.
Cellares is pioneering the field of cell therapy manufacturing as the first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO) focused on harnessing Industry 4.0 technologies. Its innovative Cell Shuttle platform automates and integrates the entire production process, enabling companies in academia, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals to accelerate the delivery of life-saving therapies while reducing costs and operational failures.
Senior Manager