Manager of Data Science - Media Network (REMOTE)
Remote
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
OVERVIEW:
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we take a people-centric approach to everything we do. Our Athletes, how we refer to customers, and our Teammates, how we refer to our employees, are at the center of every decision we make so that we can provide transformational experiences online, in store, and in sport. When you join Technology at DICK’S Sporting Goods, you’re joining a true team that wins together. We help our Athletes and fellow Teammates better their best by innovating solutions to interesting business problems and empowering every Technology Teammate to be an innovator. And, while we work remotely from all over the United States, we provide virtual and in-person events for the team to hangout, from virtual escape rooms to cheering on the Pittsburgh Pirates at beautiful PNC Park.
JOB PURPOSE
Manage a team of data scientists and machine learning engineers in using data to develop machine learning/AI products that improve DSG business performance and suggest areas for and methods of improving operations within a product group. Translate the work of the Data Science function into findings for application by the broader business, including for use in strategic decision making and planning. Develop teammates within their team. Responsible for building the capability and role of data science across the enterprise. This role will focus in media optimization and Retail Media Network, so experience in those areas is a major plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Machine Learning, AI and Advanced Predictive Analytics
Support the creation of well-defined road maps that align data science projects with business needs, leading functional teams in the implementation and ongoing use of advanced machine learning software tools and functionalities.
Data Exploration
Support the performance and integration of advanced Machine Learning & Predictive analytics to promote understanding of different business areas or critical business challenges/opportunities.
Data and Analytics Strategy
Lead the implementation of data and analytics strategy by developing a data insights integration approach and process aligned to key business processes and decisions.
Performance Improvement through Business Intelligence
Support the ability of direct reports and the broader data science organization to create models or algorithms that identify patterns in structured and unstructured data. Manage data preparation in collaboration with different stakeholders/ internal clients in the business and ensure the collection of data in accordance with model standards.
Data Architecture
Implement all aspects of data architecture, turning event analytics, raw application data, and business systems into key business insights.
Functional/Technical Requirements
Elicit complex business requirements using a variety of methods such as interviews, document analysis, workshops, and workflow analysis to express the requirements in terms of target user roles and goals.
Data Management
Support key elements of the enterprise data management system. May include development or management for feature stores that power data science models.
Enterprise Business Analysis
Interpret the business need and identify solution recommendations to business problems at a business unit level. Lead the improvement efforts that are within span of control at this level.
Horizon Scanning
Explore and develop a detailed understanding of external developments or emerging issues and evaluate their potential impact on, or usefulness to, the organization.
Leadership and Direction
Communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision and values; motivate people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.
Performance Management
Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project / account team members and hold them accountable for achieving these; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team / personal objectives.
Budgeting
Contribute to the development of budget plans and/or deliver budget plans with guidance from senior teammates.
Organizational Capability Building
Use the organization's formal development framework to identify the team's individual development needs. Plan and implement actions, including continuing professional development specified by professional or regulatory institutions, to build their professional capabilities. Provide informal training or coaching to others throughout the organization in own area of expertise to enable others to improve performance and fulfill personal potential.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent level preferred
General Experience: Substantial general work experience together with comprehensive job related experience in own area of expertise to fully competent level. (Over 6 years to 10 years)
Managerial Experience: Experience of supervising and directing people and other resources to achieve specific end results within limited timeframes (13 months to 3 years)
Targeted Pay Range: $95,200 - $158,800. This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.