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Engagement Manager – CPG + Retail

New York, NY (Office presence in Downtown Manhattan preferred)

We are seeking highly experienced independent contributors with strong client‑facing experience in AI, Data & Analytics consulting to support strategic growth initiatives across the CPG‑Retail sector. This senior individual‑contributor role focuses on technical sales support, AI/analytics consulting, client advisory, solution shaping, executive stakeholder engagement, and pre‑sales and delivery collaboration.

• Client Advisory & Technical Sales
  Partner with sales and account leadership teams to drive strategic AI and analytics conversations with enterprise CPG/Retail clients. Lead discovery workshops, executive discussions, and solutioning sessions. Translate business priorities into scalable AI, data, and engineering solutions. Shape proposals, statements of work, and strategic transformation roadmaps. Support large deal pursuits, RFP responses, and client presentations.
• AI, Data & Analytics Consulting
  Advise clients on modern AI/ML, GenAI, data engineering, cloud, and analytics architectures. Bring strong understanding of enterprise AI use cases across Revenue Growth Management, Demand forecasting, Supply chain analytics, Retail execution, Customer analytics, Marketing effectiveness, Pricing & promotions, Personalization, and Trade promotion optimization. Provide practical guidance on operationalizing AI at scale.
• Executive Stakeholder Management
  Build credibility with CIO, CDO, CTO, Data & Analytics, Digital, and Business leadership teams. Act as a trusted strategic advisor during complex client engagements. Navigate cross‑functional enterprise environments with strong executive presence.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration
  Work closely with Fractal’s consulting, engineering, data science, and delivery teams globally. Help bridge business strategy with technical execution. Mentor junior teams where needed during pursuits or advisory engagements.

• ~10+ years of experience in Enterprise AI/Data consulting, Technical pre‑sales, Analytics consulting, Solution architecture, Client‑facing engineering leadership.
• Strong experience serving enterprise CPG and/or Retail clients.
• Prior experience with top‑tier consulting firms, enterprise AI companies, analytics firms, hyperscalers, or digital transformation organizations preferred.

• Generative AI & LLM ecosystems
• Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics
• Data Engineering & Modern Data Platforms
• Cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• MLOps / AI Ops
• Enterprise architecture and scalable AI deployment
• BI & visualization ecosystems
• Data governance and enterprise data strategy

• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills.
• Strong storytelling and business translation capabilities.
• Ability to independently lead client conversations.
• Strong commercial acumen and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments.

• Experience working with Fortune 500 clients.
• Hands‑on practitioner experience of the domain is a must have.
• Existing relationships within CPG/Retail ecosystems is a plus.
• Experience supporting enterprise transformation pursuits.
• Strong understanding of enterprise operating models and digital transformation.

• Full‑time position
• Client‑facing techno‑functional contributor
• Based in the New York / Tri‑State area preferred.
• Hybrid travel model depending on client needs.

• Operate autonomously.
• Go deep technically when required.
• Communicate effectively with both executives and technical teams.
• Bring credibility in front of enterprise clients.
• Balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.

Up to $180,000 plus discretionary bonus. Compensation is based on experience, skills, and business needs.

Full‑time employees and those working >30 hrs weekly are eligible for health, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Benefits commence on the first day. Eligibility for 401(k) plan begins after 30 days. 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks of parental leave, and a flexible PTO policy are provided.

Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.