Manager, Machine Learning

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on AI Operations & Asia AI Execution Manager with a dual mandate. Approximately 80% of the initial role will lead the AI Operations and Support function, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of AI/ML systems in production. Approximately 20% will focus on AI execution in Asia, initially for KFC in one to two priority markets. The leader will oversee a 24/7 operations team across Vietnam and Colombia, establish playbooks and SLAs, and partner closely with Data Scientists, AI Engineers, and Machine Learning Engineers on support strategies.