VP, Analyst - AI Strategy for Supply Chain Leaders (Remote US)

About the role     We are seeking a seasoned   supply chain   executive with experience   in leadership roles across the supply chain – plan, source, make, deliver --   to serve as a Gartner Analyst and thought leader. Bringing expertise   across the full set of supply chain activities ,   in   this role   you will   identify and analyze trends   impacting the supply chain, help Chief   Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) define both their functional strategy and technology strategy, adopt   best practices   for managing a best-in-class supply chain , and act as a trusted advisor to CSCOs. The role will   be responsible for   authoring pragmatic and provocative content, and providing insights and recommendations to clients through webinars, in-person   presentations   and client meetings.     Who   you are :     Analytical thinker with the ability to process information quickly     Skilled in written communication    A lifelong learner – constantly curious    Enjoy helping clients   accomplish   their most critical priorities    Self-motivated and effective at managing work independently    Excellent collaborator with colleagues    Ability to quickly build rapport and gain client trust     Confident presenter with   a high level   of executive presence      What   you will   do:      Deep understanding of AI and how advanced AI technologies are fundamentally transform supply chains Proven track record and hands-on application of implementing AI technologies and driving business outcomes within supply chain operations. ​Exceptional presentation skills geared specifically toward C-suite and senior executives, with the proven ability to establish immediate credibility, handle spontaneous questions, and concisely explain complex AI concepts to Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs). Including events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings     Proven experience working with, evaluating, or partnering with technology companies and vendors that provide AI solutions, ensuring a strong grasp of the AI vendor landscape and capabilities. Research, analyze and predict   supply chain function  and technology trends and innovations     Create compelling, high-quality research reports, white papers, and thought leadership content that provides clients with actionable insights     Identify technology trends that drive optimization across the supply chain Develop frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to help organizations successfully implement solutions    Build external credibility as an industry expert to   represent   Gartner research and insights    Provide sales support to help drive engagement with prospects and clients    Actively   participate   in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers within the Gartner research community    What you will need:      Bachelor's degree or equivalent; Graduate degree preferred   15+ years of relevant field or industry experience   Expertise   in   a supply chain role in the manufacturing   industry, including an understanding of key challenges, opportunities,   trends   and competitive dynamics    Understanding of artificial intelligence and how   new technologies   are changing supply chains    Demonstrable executive presence; can   immediately   establish   credibility with executives and other stakeholders    Strong communicator; able to explain complex concepts concisely and simply in writing     Comfortable presenting in-person or via   webinar   to   a range of audiences   Ability to engage with clients and respond effectively to spontaneous questions     Strong organizational skills: ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables    Excellent independent research skills    Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges     Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%    Preferred qualifications:    Direct experience in   supply chain management roles    Expertise   in AI and emerging technologies and their business applications ; experience in implementing AI within the supply chain   Prior experience at a research and advisory firm, consulting organization, or similar role    #LI-DJ2 #LI-Remote Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. 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