Associate Director, Data Science

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Bellevue, WA
156K-255K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Healthtech • Pet • Retail • Pharmaceutical
At Chewy, our mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere.
The Role
The Associate Director, Data Science will lead the Supply Chain Replenishment Science team, developing and implementing models for supply chain optimization using data science techniques. Responsibilities include collaborating with various supply chain functions, developing algorithms, and driving process improvements to enhance supply chain metrics.
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Our Opportunity:

Chewy is growing at a rapid pace. Our approach of thinking about our customers first and ability to move fast has created an opportunity to rethink and redesign our supply chain optimization frameworks from ground up. If the opportunity to create a best in class supply chain network, make a large business impact, and deliver large scale savings intrigue you, we will want to talk to you.

Chewy's Supply Chain Research and Planning Team is seeking an Associate Director, Data Scientist to join the growing Supply Chain Replenishment Science team. Combining a background in Supply Chain with a deep understanding of data science, you will be a part of a team driving the strategic planning and research initiatives for replenishment optimization. This includes identifying the right inputs to optimize our procurement strategies, and developing the various input models from ground up. Chewy’s Supply Chain team operates in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and new opportunities. You will be responsible for designing and implementing solutions and technologies which will handle the growing business needs and play a key role in redefining what it means to be a world-class Operations Research organization.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and implement models and algorithms to solve complex supply chain problems using machine learning, reinforcement learning, and operations research technologies
  • Deep dive large supply chain data to explain change, develop insights, and provide recommendations
  • Partner with Supply Chain’s functional areas (with Demand Planning, S&OP, Transportation, and Supply Planning) to develop to optimize our Supply Chain across the board
  • Implement process improvement initiatives that drive improvements to the metrics and streamline the Supply Chain

 

What You’ll Need:

  • An advanced degree (M.S., PhD, or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying machine learning and/or reinforcement learning models in cloud environments
  • 2+ years hands on experience in developing and deploying operations research models
  • Practical experience in inventory optimization highly preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in leading and managing science or advanced analytics teams
  • Python and SQL mastery
  • Ability to use collaborative programming tools (Git, Confluence, etc.)
  • Ability to translate complex data sets and research into simple business recommendations
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing requirements

Bonus:

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
  • E-com, Retail or startup experience is a plus



Compensation & Benefits:

Our salary range for a Associate Director Data Science position is $156,000.00 - $255,000.00. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k, and a new hire and annual equity grant.

 

We offer different types of insurance, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.

 

Salaried-exempt team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.




Chewy is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].


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The Company
Bellevue, WA
20,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

At Chewy, our mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. We view pets and pet parents as family, and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Behind the scenes, our talented teams are made up of innovators, delighters, big-thinkers and of course, passionate pet people—creating a place where you'll be empowered to build, growand unleash your fullest potential.

Launched in 2011, we offer the personalized service of a neighborhood pet store alongside the convenience and speed of e-commerce. Customers love shopping our wide selection of products of more than 100,000 products (including our Private brands and prescription Rx food and Rx medication products), which we offer at competitive prices, fast 1-2 day shipping and around-the-clock convenience that only e-commerce can offer.

Chewy’s commitment to customer service is the core of our brand, and our customers love us for it. We “WOW” pet parents through 24/7 assistance, advice and encouragement every day of the year. We make pet parenting easy with our convenient Autoship subscription program—which allows our customers to schedule their orders, so they never run out of their pet food, supplies and medication they need.

As an e-commerce company, product innovation drives our operations, and our team is constantly striving to find new and better ways to improve our customers’ experience. From an easy­-to­-navigate website and highly rated mobile apps, to detailed order tracking and personalized “Pet Profile” features, we are transforming the way pet parents shop.

Why Work With Us

We're proud to be one of the fastest growing e-commerce companies of all time.

With growth comes the exciting opportunity to be a part of a world-class organization of engineering, product, and design team members, responsible for driving our latest innovations and designing "out-of-the Chewy box" experiences.

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