Signet Jewelers Akron , OH 44301
Posted 1 week ago
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Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People - and the love their actions inspire - are what drive us. We're not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we're especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we're inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you - rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!
Director Data Science
Remote
POSITION SUMMARY:
Signet is creating a best-in-class data & analytics team that to drive innovation in decision sciences bringing data, advanced analytics AI and ML together to fuel growth and help business leaders meet Signet's strategic objectives. The Director of Data Science will lead a team of highly talented and innovative data scientist in support of developing cutting edge data and analytics products to support decision sciences across all retail functions and brands. We are looking for someone who is excited about re-imagining the jewelry buying experience and harnessing the collective power of data, advanced analytics, data science, AI/ML and digital technologies. This leader will be in integral part to developing a culture of data led decision making, extensive use of AI and ML technologies and will serve as a data science evangelist in support of multiple strategic endeavors. As a major part of Signet's future growth strategy this position will have high exposure to executives and business leaders and room to grow.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Required:
Years of Job-Related Experience Required:
Technical/Other Skills Required:
Excellent understanding of statistics and statistical methods including but not limited to experimental design and hypothesis testing, multi-variate regression, cluster analysis, decision trees, CHAID, ANOVA, forecasting, etc.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Alteryx, and Tableau and advanced quantitative and statistical techniques. Data management and strategy.
Demonstrated experience developing and deploying AI and ML models to drive value by improving decision making or customer experiences. Retail experience preferred.
Excellent skills at data visualization and reporting
Demonstrated experience and familiarity with most retail analytic techniques including but not limited to, customer segmentation, life-time value, attrition modeling, media mix analysis, multi-touch attribution, price optimization, sku level forecasting, test and learn concepts, markdown optimization, etc.
Strong working knowledge of databases, data modeling and modern cloud-based data architectures
Strong working knowledge of data and analytic tools and programing languages including but not limited to SQL, Python, Map Reduce, SAS, R, SageMaker, S3, Git etc.
Familiarity with ecommerce analytic tools such as Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics as well as other ecommerce personalization tools such as Adobe Test and Target, Dynamic Yield, Sales Force Experience Cloud, etc.
Demonstrated ability create insights from data and to communicate actionable opportunities at an executive level
Demonstrated ability to effectively share technical information, communicate technical issues and solutions to all levels of business
Strong financial and analytical acumen to make strategic recommendations
Demonstrated strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and can identify primary and secondary objectives, prioritize time and communicate to team members and clients
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, business planning and vendor management
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Competitive healthcare, dental & vision insurance
401(k) matching after one year of employment
Generous time off + company holidays
Merchandise discount
Learning & Development programs
Much more!
Signet Jewelers