Director of Data Science – Sourcing & Supply Chain (Ref: 196538)
- eTail
- Remote
- contract
- $ 100.00 per hour
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about the roleAbout Us
As a premier external recruitment partner, we connect leadership with transformative opportunities in complex, consumer-focused ecosystems. Our client roster comprises leading retailers, global brands, and end-to-end supply chains seeking strategic data capabilities and AI-enabled decisioning. We operate as an independent voice for executive search, delivering high-impact leadership placements aligned with business outcomes and technology execution.
Job DescriptionIn partnership with a globally recognized retailer pursuing a comprehensive AI and data transformation across sourcing, supply chain, merchandising, and digital product creation, we are recruiting an executive to align business strategy with analytics delivery. The Director will steer a cross‑functional program to scale AI-enhanced product development, predictive cost modeling, and supply chain optimization, emphasizing strategic influence, visibility, and delivery leadership across distributed teams.
Key ResponsibilitiesBridge senior business stakeholders with data science and engineering squads, translating strategic imperatives into actionable programs.
Design and oversee a portfolio of AI and data initiatives that enable digital product development, cost modeling, and sourcing optimization.
Set priorities, shape roadmaps, and drive execution across onshore and offshore delivery resources.
Secure executive sponsorship and foster cross‑functional collaboration with sourcing, merchandising, and product leadership.
Maintain scalable, compliant, and auditable data science delivery within enterprise data platforms (primarily GCP).
Lead and grow distributed teams, including offshore talent, to deliver consistent program impact.
Advance AI governance, risk management, and ethical AI practices at scale.
Contribute to the long‑term design of the data organization and operating model.
RequirementsSenior leadership experience (Director level or equivalent) in Data Science, AI, Analytics, or Data Product environments.
Proven ability to manage senior executive stakeholders and guide enterprise transformation programs.
Deep understanding of ML, predictive modeling, AI/LLM technologies, and data science delivery workflows.
Experience with data engineering ecosystems and modern cloud platforms (GCP preferred).
Track record of leading distributed or offshore teams and delivering in ambiguous contexts.
Strategic communicator with demonstrated business impact and influence capabilities.
BenefitsCompetitive compensation with a contract‑to‑hire trajectory.
Path to permanent, senior leadership role for the right candidate, with base salary aligned to experience (~$250k–$310k).
Hybrid work arrangement with flexible location options.
Comprehensive benefits package typical of large organizations, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
OtherOur client is a globally recognized retailer embarking on a strategic AI and data transformation to modernize sourcing, supply chain, and product creation. This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to influence enterprise‑level change and to steer data and AI initiatives that drive real business outcomes across multiple functions.
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