Lead Network Engineering

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Description

We are seeking a seasoned Data Scientist with front-line operational and/or industrial engineering experience to turn complex data into actionable insights. In this role, you will enhance forecasting and predictive models to support tactical and strategic planning across multiple lines of business.

You bring expertise in time series forecasting, demand modeling, and machine learning, along with experience in supply chain, logistics, or transportation. Highly data-driven, you excel at identifying trends, integrating operational and customer insights, and developing accurate, stable, forward-looking forecasts that enable effective capacity planning and strong service performance.

Responsibilities

Demand Forecast

Develop and implement predictive forecasting models to support both tactical and strategic planning

Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) by collaborating with operational teams to translate operational conditions, customer insights, and volume trends into forward-looking demand forecasts that drive resource planning, productivity, and service targets

Operational Data Analysis

Analyze operational data to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights

Develop visualizations (charts, graphs, dashboards) to present insights to stakeholders

Conduct custom analyses to answer specific business questions and support decision-making

Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with internal and external experts to enhance existing processes

Share best practices and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.

Experience

10 or more years of experience in data science, engineering, or analytics roles within supply chain, logistics, or transportation industries

Experience with commercial optimization solvers such as CBC, IBM CPLEX, or Gurobi for solving mathematical optimization problems.

Strong understanding of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning (e.g., regression, decision trees, clustering, time series forecasting).

Proficiency in Python or R, with experience using libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.

Knowledge of SQL and experience in data extraction from databases and APIs.

Strong skills in data visualization using tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, or Tableau.

Exposure to cloud computing platforms such as AWS is a plus.

Familiarity with Git, and GitHub for version control and collaborative coding.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs.

POSTING DETAILS

Location: 530 - Corporate

Working Conditions: Office Environment

Reports to: Manager Engineering Supply Chain

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