Manager, Business Transformation (AI)

TL;DR

Manager, Business Transformation (AI): Leading and executing strategic business and digital transformation initiatives with an accent on reshaping operating models, leveraging advanced AI/GenAI, and cultivating continuous improvement. Focus on driving measurable business results, building stakeholder consensus, and optimizing processes using data-driven methodologies.

Location: Hybrid work in Chicago - 20 S. Wacker

Salary: $116,600–$194,300

Company

hirify.global is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, enabling global market impact and career building through innovation.

What you will do

• Contribute to designing and implementing comprehensive strategies to reshape operating models, processes, technology, and culture.
• Identify, develop, and lead Enterprise Transformation and digital transformation projects.
• Actively lead and execute digital transformation projects, including evaluating, implementing, and scaling GenAI, AI agents, and advanced automation solutions.
• Influence and guide teams through organizational evolution, nurturing collaboration and addressing concerns.
• Build powerful alliances and influence stakeholders across all organizational tiers, building consensus.
• Leverage data and advanced analytical tools to inform critical decisions, track progress, and demonstrate tangible improvements.
• Uncover inefficiencies and improve existing processes using methodologies like LEAN/Six Sigma.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
• Proven, hands-on experience in business transformation, change management, and process improvement, typically in a managerial capacity.
• Strong leadership qualities, exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex business challenges and develop innovative, data-driven solutions.
• Demonstrated experience applying and scaling technology for digital transformation, including GenAI, AI agents, Gemini, Automation Anywhere RPA, Appian, and Mendix.
• Knowledge of project management principles like Agile, PMP, or certifications in LEAN/Six Sigma are advantageous.

Culture & Benefits

• A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
• Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) and an active pension plan.
• Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off, and a mental health benefit.
• Work in a hybrid model based out of Chicago.
• An equal-opportunity employer committed to acknowledging and valuing unique experiences and skills.