Sr Manager Advanced Analytics Optimization
About The Position
As the digital arm for the world's largest food and beverage company, Nestlé IT & Digital Americas harnesses the power of data, analytics, and innovative technology to deliver transformative solutions and business resiliency for Nestlé businesses and iconic brands from Purina® to Nescafé®. We’re innovators, strategic collaborators, value multipliers, and digital business leaders committed to delivering results that create meaningful experiences and drive value, enabling Nestlé to win in the marketplace. By joining, you become part of a 150-year legacy and a global team of 270,000+. We invest in our people—their growth, development, and sense of belonging. This shared unity and purpose is what motivates individuals to join, stay, and advance their careers within Nestlé. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Position Summary As the Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics Optimization within Nestlé IT & Digital, you'll lead a team of experts who design, optimize, and plan Nestlé USA's supply chain network. This role sits at the intersection of technical depth and business influence, where you'll turn complex analytical outcomes into strategic recommendations for senior leaders while building and developing a high-performing team that's redefining how Nestlé USA approaches optimization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, business, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in applying mathematical optimization techniques to solve business problems
Nice To Haves
- Master's or PhD in engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, business, or a related field is preferred
- Experience in supply chain optimization, including areas such as network design, inventory planning, or manufacturing operations, is preferred
- Experience working within complex, global organizations, with knowledge of optimization engines and programming languages
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of optimization experts supporting Strategic Network Design, Inventory Optimization, and Network Planning, while championing best practices and training across Nestlé's global optimization community
- Guide the team in translating business needs into analytical models that drive continuous improvement within Supply Chain and Manufacturing planning and operations
- Influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders by turning analytical results into clear, compelling narratives and recommendations that drive business decisions
- Track and influence KPI’s that impact inventory and network performance, with a strong understanding of network flows, manufacturing, and operational drivers
- Manage relationships with key vendors and optimization platforms, making informed decisions around tool strategy, renewals, and adoption
- Accelerate the adoption of AI capabilities across the team, leveraging AI for faster model development, scenario modeling, and building interactive solutions that expand analytics beyond traditional processes
- Run the intake process of optimization projects, prioritize work, establish resource requirements, and maintain a pipeline of potential optimization engagements
Benefits
- 401k with company match
- healthcare coverage
- a broad range of other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
