Manager, Data Science (REMOTE)

Company Description

Job Description

Our Global Data & Analytics (D&A) team is the nucleus of gathering and analyzing data to guide strategic business decisions for our brands. Our D&A associates collaborate with partners from various business functions, providing insights that encourage our teams to push boundaries and remain ahead of retail trends.

We are currently looking for a Data Science Manager to lead our enterprise-focused data science team. This role involves supervising the conception, development, and implementation of data science solutions across crucial areas such as supply chain, planning, and pricing. This spans network optimization, transportation and fulfillment optimization, DC logistics, visibility, transparency, demand forecasting, and price optimizations.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Guide and manage a team of 3-4 data scientists or data analysts.
• Be responsible for the ideation, development, and implementation of data science solutions in supply chain, planning, and pricing areas.
• Create and execute data science solutions to enhance supply chain functions, including transportation, logistics, network optimization, visibility, transparency, and others.
• Direct data science initiatives relating to demand forecasting and inventory optimization such as identification of demand signals, refining demand forecasting models to support effective inventory management.
• Lead price optimization projects to increase revenue and profitability, including carrying out price elasticity analyses and developing markdown optimization tools.
• Offer thought leadership in the field of data science and AI, keeping the team updated with industry developments.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify new opportunities for data-driven solutions, aligning data science efforts with organizational goals; define and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and measure the performance of data science products.
• Assess machine learning components with 3rd-party tools, evaluate their performance and make recommendations to guide procurement decisions.
• Communicate complex models and data-driven insights to non-technical stakeholders.

What Do You Need To Bring?

• A Bachelor's degree (post-graduate preferred) in disciplines related to data science, data analytics, mathematics, engineering, or other STEM fields.
• 6-8 years of experience in data science, focusing on supply chain operations and management; retail environment a plus; 2-3 years of team management experience.
• Sound knowledge of various data science models and their business applications (regression, clustering, classification, optimization, recommendation, NLP, etc.); understanding of demand forecasting & inventory optimization models is a plus.
• Experience in developing and implementing data science products in cloud environments (Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, etc.)
• High proficiency in data processing and modeling languages such as SQL, Python or R.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and creativity to devise innovative solutions to complex supply chain issues.
• Basic understanding of data engineering and MLOps concepts.
• Ability to simplify complex technical topics and distill them for a business audience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in an agile environment.

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer with five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to customers from children to millennials: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks, and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we support our associates, customers, and communities on their unique journeys to self-discovery. Because each journey is unique, we strive to foster an inclusive culture where everyone is free to share ideas. 

Our Values

We lead with purpose and put our people first, demonstrated by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, flexible schedules, generous Paid Time Off, as well as educational and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities, and additional time off for community service.

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a range of benefit programs designed to suit you and your lifestyle. A&F is dedicated to offering straightforward, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that match our company culture and values, and most importantly, you! We also offer competitive incentives to reward our associates' commitment to advancing our global business:

• Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Work-From-Anywhere Policy
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Merchandise Discount
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Associate Assistance Program
• Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Access to Carrot to support your unique parenthood journey
• Access to Headspace dedicated to creating healthier, happier lives from within
• 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities; we believe in promoting from within
• A Global Team that Celebrates You for Being You

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Note (For Colorado, New York, California, and Washington): The recruitment pay range for this position is $150,000 - $160,000. Factors that may be considered in determining your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience, work location, comparison to other employees in similar roles, or market demands. The range may be adjusted in the future.