Area Lead - Data Science

Company Description

H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M:Learn more about H&M | H&M Careers (hm.com)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Data Science to lead and scale our AI initiatives across the enterprise. This individual will be responsible for driving data-driven strategies that enhance business decision-making, optimize operations, and personalize customer experiences. The Director of Data Science will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that data science initiatives align with H&M vision and drive measurable impact. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Lead and mentor a team of Data Science Managers, providing strategic guidance, setting performance goals, and fostering a collaborative and innovative environment  

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the strategic direction, aligning it with business goals and customer needs 

• Work with business domains on showing the art of the possible and guide them within the use of (gen)AI 

• Define high-level KPIs and targets for the area   

• Driving program enhancements and optimizing delivery outcomes 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative field 

• At least 8 years of experience within Data Science / AI or similar areas 

• A background in retail, supply chain or e-commerce is highly beneficial   

• Proven experience in leadership roles within data science or AI. Preferably experience in leading managers. 

• Proven track record of delivering measurable business impact through productionized AI solutions 

• Strong proficiency in forecasting, optimization and model testing strategies. 

• Knowledge on GenAI is up-to-date and having started implementing this is a plus 

• Experience with delivering ML and data science on cloud platforms (Google Vertex, AWS SageMaker or Azure ML) 

• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills   

What you need to succeed:  

• A passion for AI and its potential to drive business success  

• The ability to inspire and lead teams towards achieving technical excellence   

• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders   

• A commitment to staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies   

Additional Information

If you are a strategic thinker with a track record of leading successful data science projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI within our company.