Overview
Expleo is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking
Global Practice Head Retail Industry to spearhead our next wave of innovation and growth in the retail sector. This is a strategic, high-impact leadership role focused on drivingAI-led retail transformation , building future-ready solutions, and scaling our global presence. We are looking for avisionary leader with deep retail domain expertise and a strong understanding of emerging technologies , especially AI/ML, automation, and data-driven retail models. ResponsibilitiesStrategic Practice Leadership: Define and evolve a future-ready vision for the global Retail practice, aligning closely with Expleogrowth strategy and technology roadmap.AI-Driven Retail Innovation: Lead the development of AI/ML, data science, and predictive analytics solutions for critical retail use cases like personalization, demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and autonomous operations. Drive the creation of differentiated offerings and IP that empower clients to modernize their software, enhance customer experiences, optimize costs, and reduce dependency on third-party aggregators.Business Growth & Market Impact: Collaborate with Sales, Pre-Sales, and Account Teams to win strategic deals, open new market segments, and expand our footprint across global retail clients.Solution & IP Development: Lead the creation of next-gen retail solutions, frameworks, and IP that showcase Expleodifferentiation in digital commerce, AI-driven CX, and smart supply chains.QSR and E-commerce Expertise: Develop industry-specific solutions for QSR chains and e-commerce platforms, focusing on areas like order management, digital storefronts, last-mile delivery, and omnichannel customer engagement.Thought Leadership: Represent Expleo at global forums and webinars, publish insightful content on disruptive trends, and shape our voice on AI-led retail evolution.Practice Building: Attract, mentor, and scale a high-performing global team of domain consultants, solution architects, and retail innovation specialists.Cross-functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with delivery, technology, AI, data, and design teams across geographies to craft integrated value propositions. Qualifications15+ years of experience in the Retail industry, with proven leadership in driving domain-led consulting and digital transformation initiatives.Prior experience as aPractice Head, Industry SME, or Digital Leader in a consulting, tech, or innovation-driven services firm. Essential skills15+ years of experience in the Retail industry, with proven leadership in driving domain-led consulting and digital transformation initiatives.Prior experience as aPractice Head, Industry SME, or Digital Leader in a consulting, tech, or innovation-driven services firm.Deep domain knowledge indigital commerce, AI/ML applications in retail, omnichannel strategy, customer experience, and modern supply chains.Strong grasp ofretail tech innovation trends generative AI, intelligent automation, data-driven merchandising, and CX engineering.Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and commercialize industry solutions, drive pipeline, and enable go-to-market success.Excellent global stakeholder management and leadership skills.Exposure tomulti-geography delivery models and ability to lead cross-cultural teams BenefitsA global stage tolead innovation in AI-powered retail transformation .Opportunity to work withvisionary clients and cutting-edge platforms .High visibility with Expleosenior leadership and the chance to shape global retail strategy.A culture that valuesbold ideas, speed of execution, and impactful delivery
