Senior Data Scientist - HybridLocation: Charlotte, NC or Towson, MD
The Job: We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with theAbility to configure & test statistical forecasting in Kinaxis Maestro and with deep functional expertise in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain transformation within durable goods and industrial manufacturing environments.
The ideal candidate can translate business requirements into scalable forecasting, analytics, and AI/ML-enabled planning solutions. You'll get to:
- Analyze and improve current-state demand planning and statistical forecasting processes.
- Ability to configure & test statistical forecasting in Kinaxis Maestro.
- Support transformation of legacy planning methodologies into scalable, future-ready AI/ML-enabled planning capabilities.
- Configure, optimize, and maintain statistical forecasting models and forecasting profiles within planning systems.
- Develop and enhance forecasting models using Python and R, including statistical and machine learning approaches.
- Translate business planning requirements into data science and AI/ML solutions that improve forecast accuracy, responsiveness, and planner productivity.
- Recommend appropriate forecasting models and planning approaches based on time series behavior, demand patterns, and business context.
- Partner with planners and business users to incorporate both quantitative and qualitative forecasting inputs into planning processes.
- Collaborate with planning organizations, regional supply chain teams, and Centers of Excellence (CoE).
- Support forecasting governance, forecast accuracy measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, IT, Data Engineering, and Transformation teams to operationalize forecasting improvements.
- Contribute to long-term AI and advanced analytics roadmap development for supply chain planning.
The Person: You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- Hands-on experience with Snowflake, SQL Server and building visualizations using DAX in PowerBI is required.
- Master's degree required in Computer Science, Data Science, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Analytics, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Analytics, or Data Science within manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Experience within durable goods, industrial products, or manufacturing industries is required.
- Strong functional expertise in demand planning and forecasting processes across both legacy and modern planning platforms.
The Details:You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan.
And More: We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
- Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
- Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
- Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
- Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
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The Salary range for this position is $77,600.00 - $124,900.00
- This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
- The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
- The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.
