Data Science Manager

Are you a Data Scientist who craves an exciting start-up environment but are looking for the stability of an established corporation? If so, keep reading!

We are partnering with a global retailer in the Phoenix area to find a Data Science Manager to help spearhead their analytics &data science team.

This Data Science Manager will optimize pricing, deliver promotion strategies, guide assortment optimization, and develop merchandising and marketing strategies. This is a management position which will oversee 4-7 direct reports while remaining hands-on in day-to-day analytics projects.

This is a rare, exciting opportunity to grow with and help shape a newly formed analytics group within a successful global corporation.

The ideal candidate needs to have:

• 4+ years of experience in advanced analytics and expensive experience developing predictive models
• Proficiency in R, Python, SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI
• Previous experience managing direct reports and high-profile analytics projects in a Lead or Managerial role
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are essential for interfacing with key stakeholders and building relationships across the organization
• An entrepreneurial spirit with a “roll-up your sleeves” mentality
• Master’s in a quantitative field (applied statistics, computer science, mathematics, data science, etc.) a plus
• Previous retail industry experience a plus, but not required

This role does require a hybrid work schedule of 3 days a week in office and up to 25% travel. A relocation package is available for those who would be willing to relocate to the Greater Phoenix area.

Keywords: Statistics, Data Science, R, Python, SQL, Statistical modeling, regression modeling, analytics, retail analytics, demand forecasting, manager, pricing, modeling, promotions, merchandising, marketing, machine learning, data visualization, PowerBI, Tableau, analysis