AI Specialist

WHY JOIN BEALLS?

Come join a team rich in tradition that is ready to adapt and evolve with the ever-changing retail landscape! We are a debt-free, billion-dollar organization with over 600 retail stores across 23 states. With an eye to the future, we continue to enter new markets and expand our customer base!

We invest in our associates with training and development and build careers through collaboration, strong relationships, and supportive leadership. Our company practices, business outcomes, and culture will continue to be strengthened by our associates working together in the same location here in Florida.

Stable and fiscally savvy, Beall’s has long been an organization that represents tradition, integrity, and sustainability. We are led by servant leaders who are genuinely grateful for our contributions every day. Our associates strive to exceed expectations and drive results through empowerment and ownership. Come join a team that brings a people-first approach to doing business!

AI Specialist

Function

The AI Specialist supports the development, testing, and adoption of artificial intelligence solutions that improve business processes, productivity, and decision-making. Reporting to the Director of AI, this role applies technical skills, analytical thinking, and curiosity in a collaborative corporate environment.

The AI Specialist assists with data preparation, model evaluation, prompt development, documentation, and cross-functional AI initiatives that support responsible and practical AI applications.

Interaction

• Reports to the Director of AI
• Partners with Technology, Data & Analytics, Store Operations, Merchandising, Finance, Human Resources, and other business teams to support AI use cases and implementation efforts

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES [Essential Functions]

AI Development & Support

• Assist in developing, testing, and refining AI solutions, automations, and prompts that support business objectives.
• Prepare, organize, and validate data used for AI and machine learning initiatives.
• Evaluate AI outputs for quality, accuracy, consistency, and business relevance.
• Support the documentation of AI processes, workflows, and best practices.
• Research emerging AI tools and capabilities and share recommendations with the team.

Business Analysis & Implementation

• Work with business partners to gather requirements and identify opportunities for practical AI applications.
• Assist in pilot projects, user testing, and feedback collection for new AI-enabled tools and processes.
• Help monitor results, measure adoption, and identify improvement opportunities after implementation.

Responsible AI & Governance

• Follow established guidelines for data privacy, security, and responsible AI use.
• Assist in reviewing outputs for bias, risk, and policy alignment.
• Maintain clear documentation to support transparency, repeatability, and compliance.
• Escalate issues or concerns to leadership as appropriate.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams to support project goals.
• Communicate findings, observations, and recommendations clearly in verbal and written formats.
• Participate in training, mentoring, and ongoing learning to build technical and business knowledge.
• Contribute ideas that improve team processes, experimentation, and innovation.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analysis, automation, or generative AI concepts gained through education, projects, internships, or related experience.
• Understanding of prompt development and evaluation concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred

• Internship, capstone, academic research, hands-on project work, or related experience in AI, analytics, automation, or software development.
• Experience using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to tools or frameworks such as Python, SQL, Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, cloud-based AI services, or other automation and data visualization tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Interest in retail, consumer business, or applying AI to improve business operations and associate experiences.
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for emerging technology.

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