Category

Operations & IT Infrastructure

Job Id

429431

Req Id: 429431

Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we’re building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day.

We believe in empowering people. That’s why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you’re inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what’s possible, you belong on #TeamBell.

At Bell, data science experts like you are shaping the future. You'll create, apply and work with algorithms that learn and analyze data, just like the human brain. By leveraging AI and machine learning technologies, you'll help us deliver better experiences and service innovations to Canadians.

Plus, through our partnerships, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside other AI professionals to advance your career and make a lasting impact.

Role Purpose

The Senior Consultant, Funnel Management plays a critical role within Bell’s AI organization, responsible for managing the end-to-end AI initiative funnel and supporting governance, prioritization, and executive decision-making. This role ensures AI initiatives progress with discipline, transparency, and alignment—from early intake and business case development through approval, execution, and value tracking.

Long Description

Gouvernance de l'IA et gestion de l'entonnoir

• Assurer la gestion quotidienne de l'entonnoir des initiatives d'IA, de la réception des demandes jusqu'à l'exécution.
• Gérer toutes les demandes (intakes) et le processus de bout en bout pour l'ensemble du portefeuille Bell AI Fabric.
• Coordonner la réception, la priorisation et l'ordonnancement des initiatives d'IA en fonction des priorités de l'entreprise.
• Maintenir la visibilité sur l'état des initiatives, les risques, les dépendances et les points de décision.
• Veiller à l'application uniforme des étapes de gouvernance et des critères d'état de préparation (readiness).

Gouvernance et soutien à la prise de décision

• Soutenir l'exécution du cadre de gouvernance de l'IA par la préparation de documents et d'analyses.
• S'assurer que les initiatives répondent aux exigences d'approbation et d'état de préparation avant de passer à l'étape suivante.
• Assurer le suivi des décisions de gouvernance, des conditions et des actions requises pour garantir l'alignement de l'exécution.
• Agir à titre d'agent de liaison entre les responsables des initiatives et les comités de gouvernance.

Documents pour la haute direction

• Élaborer et tenir à jour des aperçus de portefeuille, des résumés et des présentations de haut niveau pour la haute direction.

• Traduire des données financières, opérationnelles et techniques complexes en informations claires facilitant la prise de décision.

• Soutenir la préparation des soumissions destinées à la direction et liées à la stratégie d'entreprise.

• Coordination intersectorielle et avec les parties prenantes

• Coordonner les contributions des différentes unités d'affaires, de l'exploitation de l'IA, des finances, des produits et des ventes.

• Repérer les dépendances croisées entre les initiatives et escalader les risques ou les désalignements.

• Soutenir l'alignement entre l'état de préparation opérationnelle et l'exécution de la mise en marché (go-to-market).

Suivi du portefeuille et de la valeur

• Collaborer avec les finances pour faire le suivi des analyses de rentabilité approuvées et des hypothèses de financement.
• Surveiller le rendement prévu par rapport au rendement réel et signaler les risques rapidement.
• Maintenir une documentation prête pour l'audit et assurer le contrôle des versions.

Critical Qualifications

AI Governance & Funnel Management

• Own day-to-day management of the AI initiative funnel from intake through execution
• Manage all intakes and the end-to-end process across the AI Fabric portfolio.
• Coordinate intake, prioritization, and sequencing of AI initiatives aligned to enterprise priorities
• Maintain visibility into initiative status, risks, dependencies, and decision points
• Ensure consistent application of governance stages and readiness criteria

Governance & Decision Support

• Support execution of the AI governance framework through preparation of materials and analyses
• Ensure initiatives meet approval and readiness requirements prior to advancement
• Track governance decisions, conditions, and follow-ups to ensure execution alignment
• Act as liaison between initiative owners and governance forums

Executive & Leadership Materials

• Develop and maintain executive-level portfolio views, summaries, and premier decks
• Translate complex financial, operational, and technical inputs into decision-ready insights
• Support preparation of leadership and corporate strategy submissions

Cross-BU & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate inputs across Business Units, AI Operations, Finance, Product, and Sales
• Identify cross-initiative dependencies and escalate risks or misalignment
• Support alignment between operational readiness and go-to-market execution

Portfolio & Value Tracking

• Partner with Finance to track approved business cases and funding assumptions
• Monitor forecasted versus actual performance and surface risks early
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and version control

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Strategy, Engineering, or related field
• 6–9 years experience in governance, portfolio management, consulting, or complex program environments
• Strong analytical, organizational, and executive communication skills
• Experience operating in matrixed, cross-functional organizations

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 05/20/2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

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Created: Canada, ON, Mississauga

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