Team Lead IT Data & AI Governance

We are expanding our team and are seeking a Team Lead Data & AI Governance (m/f/d) for our headquarters in Frankfurt am Main. Leading global IT Data & AI Governance at the intersection of technology, regulation, and business value. The role drives the definition, implementation, and enforcement of governance frameworks across KION's Big Data & AI landscape - ensuring analytics and AI solutions are compliant, trustworthy, quality-assured, and scalable, while preserving speed and fostering innovation. Acting as a trusted expert, the role partners with global business and IT stakeholders to deliver sustainable, revenue-generating AI solutions across KION's worldwide footprint. **We offer:** ============= * **A company with a bright future:** As a listed M-Dax company, we already employ more than 42,000 people in over 100 countries and are thus significantly driving the future of intralogistics while pursuing a clear sustainability strategy  * **Moving forward together:** Standardized and documented feedback process with international career opportunities and individual training opportunities * **Individual benefits:** Modern IT equipment (also for the home office) & mobile devices, Employee Assistance Program - holistic support program for individual crisis situations, "Deutschlandticket" or parking space, option to lease a company bike, exclusive benefits/discounts for employees * **Our basics:** flexible working hours, part-time models, option for flexible mobile working from home, attractive remuneration package, company pension scheme, canteen.  **Tasks and Qualifications:** ============================= **Key responsibilities:** * Own and evolve global IT Data & AI Governance covering data quality, metadata, lineage and model transparency, as well as the AI/agent solution portfolio. * Translate regulatory requirements (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR, Data Act) into practical implementation standards and controls. * Integrate governance into analytics and AI delivery processes (by design), including CI/CD, DataOps and MLOps workflows. * Define control mechanisms, review processes and KPIs for data and AI quality and compliance. * Enable self‑service governance via tooling, automation and clear guidance/playbooks. * Ensure consistent governance implementation across KION’s Analytics, AI and GenAI platforms. * Collaborate closely with Data Protection, Legal & Compliance, IT Security and Works Council to ensure alignment with global laws and internal policies. * Lead, coach and develop the global team of platform and governance experts. **What we are looking for:** * Master's degree in computer science, data science, information management, law and technology, or a related discipline * Proven experience (7+ years) in AI, data governance, data management, or IT compliance, preferably within a large enterprise environment * Understanding of data and AI platforms, familiarity with GenAI architectures (RAG, LLM APIs, AI agents) is a plus * Knowledge about AI/ML governance, model risk management, or responsible AI programs * Proficiency in navigating international AI and data privacy regulations, standards, and emerging legislative requirements * Ability to craft clear governance guidelines, policy documents, and playbooks consumable by both engineers and business stakeholders * Hands-on experience governing data and AI solutions in corporate environments and operationalization in technical teams * Structured, independent, and analytical way of working, as well as a high willingness to learn * Mindset of a governance enabler: Experiences in driving adoption of governance frameworks while preserving speed and innovation * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences * Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges * Very good knowledge of English, German is a plus. **Does this sound interesting?**  We look forward to receiving your online application! Your contact person is **Anne-Christin Fritzsche.**