Manager - Data Science

Michaels Stores•Irving, TX

About The Position

The Manager – Data Science role is critical in helping to determine which CRM tactics most effectively drive long-term value with our customers. The ideal candidate will creatively apply advanced analytic techniques, ranging from DOE to predictive models and machine learning, that will both articulate business impact and optimize marketing spend. Clear communication of complex analyses and the ability to tell a story with data are critical to succeed in this role. At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL). EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers Federal FMLA Poster Federal EPPAC Poster At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com. We put people first We do the right thing We’re always improving our craft We hold ourselves accountable We’re better together At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com. Los Angeles County

Requirements

Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in relevant quantitative field required, Master’s preferred
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills Fluent in data fundamentals: SQL, data manipulation using a procedural language (R, Python), statistics, experimentation, and modeling
Proven track record of using data to provide actionable business results
Minimum Type of experience the job requires A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in data science for a consumer centric company
Proven experience partnering with business decision makers on advanced analytics topics
Expert-level experience with a wide range of quantitative methods that can be applied to business problems. This includes knowledge of modeling techniques and statistical concepts
Work as a self-starter, not waiting for direction from senior leadership

Nice To Haves

Preferred Education Advanced degree preferred in an analytical field (e.g. Statistics, Economics, Applied Math, Operations Research, Physics, Data Science fields)

Responsibilities

Strategic Thought Leadership Design and execute analytics projects to quantify impact from various marketing campaigns
Work with business partners to identify the challenges that needs to be quantified
Act as subject matter expert for all projects in which involved
Data Analytics Mine extensive database in support of business insights and measurement
Develop well-thought, actionable insights using advanced analytics techniques
Determine best approach for each analysis and articulate pros/cons of methodology
Ensure quality of data used in analysis and all presentation material
Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, from long-term projects to shorter, ad-hoc projects
Automate standard deliverables and reduce repetitive processes for self and team
Business Insights & Cross Functional Partnerships Manage internal client relationships and serve as the SME for analytics within the CRM function
Tell a story with data: gain buy-in from partners through the development and communication of compelling, easily understood analytics presentations
Provide strategic recommendations based on analyses tied to the organization’s goals that will drive business results
Effectively communicate with analytics team members and business partners with varying levels of understanding regarding analytics discipline
Staff Management & Development Manage a team of data scientists
Mentor analysts regarding analytics best practices, methodologies, and programming techniques
Develop objective staff development strategies, effectively growing the capability sets of team and guiding analysts on their career advancement
Other duties as assigned