Acts independently on behalf of the department to provides dynamic leadership at the enterprise level related to vast quantities of data, enterprise analytics, statistical modeling, and artificial intelligence (Al)/machine learning (ML) initiatives. Uses expert knowledge of data on customers, consumers, economy, external demand drivers, market, and competition (structured and unstructured) and internal business processes to develop advanced analytical solutions to ambiguous and very highly complex business problems. Breaks down ambiguous problems into manageable data science tasks, creating and executing data-driven solutions, and communicating results effectively to a diverse audience. Provides thought leadership, leading cross-functional teams, and making expert use of current and emerging technologies to derive actionable insights and recommendations for business partners and management. Breaks down highly ambiguous and complex problems into well-defined data science/analytics tasks that can be solved with data and modeling/analytical approaches. Creates and executes solutions from initial concept to fully tested production and communicates results to a broad range of audiences. Provides thought leadership and leads cross-functional and cross company teams in the more advanced descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive modeling, advanced statistical analysis, and other quantitative analysis of complex business situations. Makes expert use of current and emerging technologies to evaluate trends and develop actionable insights and recommendations to business partners and management. Makes expert use of data, statistical and quantitative analysis, explanatory and high-complexity predictive modeling, and fact-based management to drive decision-making. Leads cross functional projects and programs, formally preparing and presenting to senior management. Provides expert consultation to senior management on a regular basis. Routinely works on multiple highly complex assignments concurrently. Mentors less senior staff. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Masters degree* in data science, analytics, business, mathematics, economics, computer science or other quantitative fields such as engineering/operations research plus 4 years work experience in data science, analytics, business, mathematics, economics, computer science, or other quantitative fields such as engineering/operations research, in an analytical, quantitative, or technical role. The employer will alternatively accept a Ph.D. degree in data science, analytics, business, mathematics, economics, computer science or other quantitative fields such as engineering/operations research plus 1 year of work experience in data science, analytics, business, mathematics, economics, computer science, or other quantitative fields such as engineering / operations research, in an analytical, quantitative, or technical role, in lieu of a Master's degree plus 4 years of experience. The position requires experience with: Analytical/modeling language (e.g. Python, R, or SQL), and data visualization tools like Tableau, PowerBI, Spotfire; Python for Data Science and Analytics, PySpark; Expertise in Time Series Forecasting using models like Prophet, SARIMAX, LSTM, TFT, and Bayesian methods; Azure Databricks for ML/Automated Workflows, ML Ops; Econometric modelling; Program management, thought leadership & ability to generate use cases that solve business problems; Cross-functional/upstream stakeholder management including C-level executives.

Three (3) years of that experience or coursework should be gained in the following skills (skills can be gained concurrently with education): computer-aided decision support (utilize computer programs or packages to analyze data and support business decisions), or any analytical/modeling language (e.g. Python, R, SAS, or SQL), and data visualization tools like Tableau, PowerBI, Spotfire, etc. Subject matter expertise in descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive modeling knowledge and skills. Advanced problem-solving abilities. Subject matter expertise in analytical/modeling language knowledge. Advanced statistical analysis knowledge, and other quantitative analysis of complex business situations. Ability to communicate highly complex information in an understandable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences at all levels. Ability to regularly prepare and formally present recommendations to leadership. Strong project leadership skills. Ability to mentor lower levels. Directly related advanced degrees may offset experience requirements.*Employer will accept any foreign Master's degree program of at least 2 years.

This position will be hybrid in Collierville, TN and candidates must live within a 50 mile radius. This position is hybrid, meaning that employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several times per week.