AI Business Automation Specialist
About the role
We are seeking an experienced AI Automation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of AI-powered systems, workflows, and automation initiatives across the organization. This is a highly autonomous role suited for someone who can identify opportunities, design solutions, and execute projects independently. You will work closely with leadership to streamline operations, improve decision-making, increase revenue opportunities, and reduce inefficiencies through practical AI and automation solutions. Success in this role will be measured not only by operational efficiencies but also by tangible business outcomes such as revenue growth, customer retention, improved inventory management, and reduced operational costs.
What you'll do
- Assess business processes across retail, hospitality, and distribution operations and identify automation opportunities
- Build and execute an AI and automation roadmap, plus governance, documentation, and best practices for adoption org-wide
- Design, build, and maintain automated workflows that integrate business systems and eliminate repetitive manual tasks
- Build AI-powered tools and assistants using ChatGPT, Claude, and other platforms to support day-to-day operations
- Develop knowledge management systems and AI-enabled internal resources
- Build dashboards and reporting frameworks to track automation performance, ROI, and business impact
- Drive revenue and cost impact — improve forecasting and inventory visibility, reduce stockouts, and boost customer engagement through automation
- Partner with executives and department leads to translate business challenges into practical AI and automation solutions
- Train teams on new systems and drive adoption of AI capabilities across the organization
Requirements
- 3–5 years of professional experience in AI, automation, systems implementation, business process improvement, or related fields
- Formal qualifications in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Experience working within established companies and structured business environments
- Proven experience building automation solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes
- Strong understanding of AI technologies, large language models, and automation platforms
- Experience with workflow automation tools such as Zapier, Make, Power Automate, or similar platforms
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and build systems from the ground up
- Experience working remotely with international teams
- Comfortable working remotely while periodically traveling for business requirements
- Willing and able to spend several months on-site in Timor-Leste during the first year of engagement
- Excited to build strong cross-functional relationships through direct engagement with teams on the ground
About Hunt St
At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be formally employed through an Employer of Record (EOR) arrangement. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote, so you’ll be able to work from home.
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