Director of Data Science (RITM0363167)

Overview

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. As America’s largest independent tire retailer, specializing solely in tires & wheels, we have over 1,100 store locations, and growing by nearly 1 store per week making us the 95th largest private corporation in the (2018). Our consistent growth over the last 59 years, as well as the loyalty of our customers and passion of our employees makes Discount Tire a great place to work.

Even more exciting, Discount Tire is predicting, embracing, and driving the changes expected in the Automotive Industry. Data and Analytics are seen as our competitive advantage. The Director - Data Science role will be responsible for continuing to grow and build upon the accomplishments of the analytics team, as well as lead the most complicated tasks. In this role, you will be actively involved in shaping the company strategy. We are leveraging a word class data environment, so that this position can help us to :

• Develop decision support and predictive solutions for customers and staff
• Leverage AI for pattern recognition and beyond
• Optimize business outcomes
• Gain insights from big data

General Description

The Director of Data Science will report directly to the Sr Director of Analytics and closely collaborate with an established analytics leadership team to define and deliver an analytics roadmap. The successful candidate will use their expert-level leadership and collaborative skills to influence the organization by helping implement a culture of mathematical rigor, experimentation and efficient & effective iteration that focuses on driving business performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Qualifications : Required

Preferred

Educational Requirements :

Master’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or Business Administration with equivalent experience.

Work Days :

Normal work days are Monday through Friday. Occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be necessary.

Work Hours :

Normal work hours are 8 : 00 to 5 : 00 Additional hours may be necessary.

Discount Tire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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