Job title:                                Associate Data Scientist I 

Department / Division:     Demand Planning Analytics / Supply Chain 

Salary Range:                      $67,374 - $87,190  

Location:                               Ada, MI 

*Note: This position is a hybrid remote/office role, and you must be able to report in-person to Ada on Tuesdays through Thursdays as part of our collaboration days*

What do we need: 

 We need an Associate Data Scientist I with experience in predictive modeling and machine learning to help enable and optimize value creation and insights for our Supply Chain organization.  We seek a high-energy Data Scientist ready to support our global team. 

What’s special about this role: 

 As an Associate Data Scientist, you will help generate data models for forecast accuracy modeling and metric management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement opportunities.  You will evaluate and experiment with opportunities to incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning into Amway’s demand planning process.  

You will support our regional demand planning and affiliate marketing teams in generating data-driven, consensus-based forecasts for new promotions and item launches. If you are excited by the prospect of optimizing our next generation of advanced analytics capabilities, which in turn translates to implementing strategic enhancements to maintain our competitive edge in the industry, this may be the opportunity for you. 

Required qualifications: 

• Statistical data analysis experience in Data Science using various model techniques to complete data mining analysis 

• Experience performing data manipulation, statistical model development, model tuning, and deployment with Python and R languages 
• Demonstrated experience using various machine learning techniques, algorithms, and frameworks, including Vector Regression Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN), Gradient Boosting including LGBV and XGBoost, and Natural Language Processing (NLP) 
• BS/BA in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistical Science, or Information Sciences.  A Master’s in Data Science or Applied Data Science is a plus 

Skills to be successful in the role: 

• Effectively communicating and presenting complex technical data (both verbally and written) to influence all levels and global audiences 
• Self-directed and comfortable supporting the data needs of multiple teams, systems, and products 
• Continuously seeking and sharing new developments, advancements, and knowledge in relevant fields 

What’s special about this team: 

 The Supply Chain Analytics and Demand Planning Analytics business group provides the organization with high-quality, innovative data solutions in a focused, fast, and fun atmosphere.  The team seeks an Associate Data Scientist who can analyze and interpret complex data and extract and discover knowledge that will power data-driven analytics capabilities throughout the organization. This newly created role will report to the Manager of Demand Planning Analytics. 

This role is not eligible for sponsorship.