Sr. Manager Data Science, Marketing
CarMax
Job Description
About this Job:
As a Data Science Sr. Manager of Marketing at CarMax, youll apply your passion and expertise in data, machine learning, and entrepreneurship to create data-science applications that enrich CarMaxs culture of innovation. You will be a leader in the analytic community collaborating to develop and execute the vision for Data Science in Marketing.
The Data Science Sr. Manager will serve as a technical team lead, working in a hands-on-capacity to:
- Develop vision, strategy, and roadmap to fully integrate Data Science into marketing programs
- Deliver model suite to optimize marketing investments and drive improvements to conversion
- Develop customized Media Mix Model to understand Marketing impact and optimize budget allocation
- Model site visitor value to improve targeting and maximize return of paid digital channels
- Employ a deep command of data science modeling techniques and statistics, leveraging a variety of technologies, programming languages, and cloud computing platforms
- Communicate with all levels throughout the organization to understand business opportunities, create new use cases for data-powered solutions, and influence adoption
- Develop the team: delivering high quality analytics, promoting best practices, fostering technical and professional development
- Mature our Data Science community of practice: lead and contribute to initiatives aligned to our vision, make tangible the return on investments, and champion efforts to bring the vision to life
Qualifications and Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Advanced Degree (Masters/Ph.D.) in quantitative discipline (Statistics, Math, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering)
- Strong analytical curiosity and passion for applying advanced modeling techniques in problem solving
- 4+ years of experience in the following areas:
- Python and other languages appropriate for large scale analysis of numerical and textual data
- Data mining, machine learning, statistical modeling tools and underlying algorithms
- Data Lake and cloud computing fundamentals, Relational databases, SQL
- Sound analytical thinker with a proven track record of providing actionable insights and clear strategic direction
- Ability to convey complex, technical subject matter in a clear and straightforward manner; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate through written and oral presentations with all levels of the organization
- Solid project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to train, mentor, and develop others
- Experience in Marketing or with Media Mix Modeling preferred, though not required
Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the either the Richmond, VA Home Office, the Dallas, TX Technology Hub or the Atlanta, GA CarMax Auto Finance Office and has a Hybrid work arrangementin office 2 days a week.
Work Authorization: A pplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.
About CarMax
CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas helped us become the nations largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.
Ouramazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences.Along the way,we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and areone of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.
CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application .
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CarMax
Richmond, Virginia