Data Scientist

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities, and requirements:

• Develop advanced analytics and predictive models from design through implementation in the areas of pricing and promotion, marketing, merchandising, and other areas of the business as needed
• Utilize data mining and statistical techniques to derive business value from store, product, operations, financial, and customer transactional data
• Clearly and concisely explain complex analytical findings to non-analytical peers and business leaders
• Provide a strong analytical voice to the rest of the business and be an advocate for using analytics to solve problems and create business value 
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses as required
• Identify and explore potential improvements to our data & analytics infrastructure

• JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a quantitative focus (Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Math, Economics, etc.)
• Master’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a data science/advanced analytics role, or demonstrated ability to perform job functions via academic project/internship experience 
• Working knowledge of R, Python, or other analytical programming language
• Ability to query large data sets using SQL required and Spark experience is a plus
• Experience with cloud-based environments preferred
• Experience using Data visualization software such as Tableau or Power BI
• Working knowledge of statistical and machine learning techniques such as regression, time series forecasting, clustering, optimization, causal inference, etc.
• Ability to write production-level code in Python is a plus
• Experience with complex distributed Data Engineering and ML systems deployed at scale is a plus
• Experience with Azure Databricks, Git, CICD practices and Agile methodology is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate the business benefits of analytics
• Availability to travel on an occasional basis not to exceed 25%

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Complete physical activity inventory of the position includes:

• Sit for long periods of time.
• Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry.
• View computer monitor
• Hear and speak via telephone.
• Reach forward and/or overhead
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

• WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Working conditions inventory of the position includes:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range.
• The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas.
• Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision.

• JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

  This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, functions and qualifications required of the position.  The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties and will be evaluated, in part, on performance of the tasks listed in this job description.  As with all positions, the responsibilities and duties of this position may change.  The Company reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract for employment and either the incumbent or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

  Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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