The Shortage Data Scientist I will support the Director of Shortage Analysis in leveraging internal and external data to understand the drivers of merchandise shortage across the company. They will be a subject matter expert in measuring the impact of investments to reduce shortage and a key contributor to determining how best to allocate resources to reduce shortage.
The Shortage Data Scientist will maintain a database of all shortage focused projects and track their expected and realized impact. They will be responsible for analyzing the impact of initiatives as well as other shortage trends to develop actionable insights. They will also help inform testing setups and ROI calculation for shortage initiatives.
This person will support the Director in preparing to present shortage trends and findings following each inventory cycle. They will schedule and organize the applicable executive meetings and coordinate with cross-functional partners to organize materials. They will also prepare materials to communicate their findings in a clear and actionable manner to executive leadership.
A Day In The Life:
Maintain, clean and organize disparate datasets including a database of all shortage focused initiatives.Track and measure the targeted and actual impact of each shortage improvement initiative over time, leveraging AB testing and predictive modeling.Perform analyses on shortage trends and leverage data visualization tools to identify actionable insights and address executive questions on shortage drivers.Develop materials for post-PI executive results meetings to clearly communicate new trends and learnings following each inventory cycle.Schedule and support post-PI executive results meetings administratively.Act as a subject matter expert of the impact of shortage initiatives, consulting on testing design and rollout proposals, capital requests and any other areas needed.You'll Come With:
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a STEM or data driven field. Training in data science preferred.
2-5 years of experience in data science and analytics. 1-2 years of AB testing and predictive modeling experience preferred. Retail experience preferred.
Experience in using multiple data sources to model complex business situations.
Experience cleaning, organizing, and maintaining disparate datasets
Proficient in R or Python
Proficient in data visualization tool such as PowerBI or Tableau
Experience organizing, tracking, and monitoring the progress of complex initiatives.
Strong written and verbal communication with emphasis on strong inter-personal skills.
Experience working with multiple levels of management and in cross-functional environments.
Proven ability to work independently to drive projects to completion.
Retail experience with shortage focus preferred.
Expert Excel skills. Proficient with PowerPoint.
This position is a hybrid role & candidates must be able to be onsite in Burlington, NJ.
Scope and Impact:
Accountable for tracking, measuring, and reporting the impact of shortage reduction initiatives.Responsible for analyzing shortage trends and performing ad hoc analyses to understand the drivers of shortage.Responsible for consulting on AB testing and ROI forecasting to be used for shortage investments.This position has a significant role in ensuring executive leadership is informed of shortage trends and opportunities and that investments in shortage are data driven.
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
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