[Hiring] Applied AI Analyst @Taylor Corporation

Role Description

Taylor Corporation is looking for an Applied AI Analyst to join their team! The Applied AI Analyst turns business data into decisions and business problems into working solutions. This role combines data analytics, solution development, and applied AI by:

• Analyzing data across sales, marketing, supply chain, and operations.
• Building and deploying AI and automation solutions.
• Evaluating emerging technologies for adoption.
• Applying AI governance and security standards.
• Helping teams adopt AI tools and measure results.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business data to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights supporting strategic initiatives across various business functions.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical solutions using Power BI, SQL, and Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into practical analytics, AI, and automation solutions.
• Develop, test, deploy, and support AI-driven and automated solutions, including agents, document and data extraction workflows, integrations, and human-in-the-loop processes.
• Rapidly prototype MVPs, move viable solutions into production, and iterate based on user feedback and business outcomes.
• Evaluate emerging AI models, agent frameworks, and automation platforms through hands-on proofs of concept and recommend where they should be adopted, further evaluated, or deferred.
• Evaluate solutions for accuracy, reliability, risk, and data quality while applying applicable AI governance, security, and data-handling requirements.
• Work closely with management to prioritize analytics, AI, and automation opportunities based on business value, effort, feasibility, and risk.
• Present findings, recommendations, and solution outcomes to stakeholders and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Train and support users on enterprise AI tools such as Copilot, and track adoption, utilization, and business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field; master’s degree in a related technical or quantitative field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, automation, AI/ML, software development, or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, data analysis, and business intelligence tools.
• Working knowledge of generative AI concepts, including large language models, prompting, agents, model limitations, evaluation, and responsible AI considerations.
• Hands-on experience applying AI or automation technologies through professional work, coursework, research, or substantial projects.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business problems into practical analytical, AI, or automation solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Requirements

• Experience building solutions with generative AI, LLM APIs, agents, or AI-enabled workflows.
• Experience with Power Platform, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, or comparable AI and automation platforms.
• Experience with APIs, system integrations, workflow automation, and structured data such as JSON or XML.
• Experience taking analytics, automation, or AI solutions from prototype through production.

Benefits

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000.
• The actual base salary offered depends on various factors, including qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, certifications, and location.
• Comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

Company Description

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services, and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small.