Data Scientist - Demand Planning

Role Purpose:

The Data Scientist will support the Demand Planning team by leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling within O9 to improve forecasting accuracy and optimize decision-making. This role will enhance data visualization, automate processes, and drive data-driven insights to support strategic planning.

Accountabilities & Impact:

• Research, design, build, deploy, and validate new and existing univariate and machine learning models and predictive analytics for advanced forecasting in supply chain demand planning that will drive our customers growth from insights that are allow for better decision making​
• Conduct thorough EDA to understand data patterns, detect anomalies, and identify key factors influencing supply chain dynamics. Utilize statistical and visualization tools to summarize and communicate findings effectively.​
• Use latest advancements in Forecasting techniques (Univariate and AI/ML) to solve business problems​
• Apply a variety of univariate and machine learning techniques (clustering, regression, ensemble learning, neural nets, time series, optimizations etc.) to their real-world advantages/drawbacks.​

Skills & Experiences Needed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science or related; 2-5 years experience
• Experience in time series forecasting in scale using heuristic based hierarchical best-fit models using algorithms like exponential smoothing, ARIMA, prophet and custom parameter tuning​
• Technical skills include Python, Python IDE’s like PyCharm or Jupyter, Pyspark, Machine Learning, SQL
• Understanding of alcohol industry demand variability, seasonality, and business drivers

Compensation:

Compensation offered to prospective Team Members has taken internal equity into consideration and can vary depending on a positions’ location. The final agreed upon wage may vary based on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the individual.

• Competitive annual salary from $110,000 to $140,000, based in Chicago, IL
• Bonus plan designed to recognize company performance and individual contributions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• Company matching 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off including annual leave, paid sick time and holidays
• Extensive opportunities for training, development, and career growth

At Mark Anthony, we live by our 5 Core Values every day:

Sense of Urgency

• We value sense of urgency because we are a fast-paced company in a fast-paced industry
• You act as if there is no tomorrow and get it done today

Authenticity

• We value authenticity because we need to stay real
• You are authentic, diplomatic, respectful, thoughtful and you always have the best intentions

Simplicity

• We value simplicity; why use 50 words when you can use 5?
• You thrive in ambiguity, are comfortable with change and bring simplicity to complex situations or grey area

Humility

• We value humility; there is no room for egos here
• You’re not stubborn, you listen, take feedback/direction and respond quickly to changing direction. We are a team that supports each other

Trust

• We value trust because unless we are both trusted and trusting, we will not succeed as a team
• You put trust in others and do your best to never let anyone down

At Mark Anthony, we believe every team member shares the responsibility of understanding how each of our roles and actions impact Quality, Food Safety, Safety and Continuous Improvement. This collective mindset is the cornerstone of our success as a leader in the consumer beverage space and requires us to mutually build and improve robust processes that guarantee unmatched customer satisfaction and safety

Salary : $110,000 - $140,000