decision scientist, Operations Research

Now Brewing – Decision Scientist, Operations Research! #tobeapartner
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only
celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
As a Decision Scientist on the Global Supply Chain (GSC) Network Optimization team, you will serve in an applied technical role leading analytical development and optimization efforts for our supply chain network. You will design, model and optimize end-to-end supply chain topology solutions encompassing manufacturing, sourcing, transportation, warehousing, and final mile delivery inclusive of within-coffeehouse impacts to drive resilience, cost efficiency, and service. Working cross-functionally with data engineers, data scientists, business experts, and external vendors, you will play a critical role integrating mathematical modeling and real-world operational decision-making to deliver results for our business, partners and customers.
As a decision scientist, you will…

• Formulate, develop, and deploy optimization, simulation, and mathematical models addressing:
• Distribution network topology, design and long-range planning to achieve cost and service objectives
• Multiechelon inventory flow
• Transportation routing, scheduling and mode optimization
• Final mile replenishment to our coffeehouses
• Evaluate unstructured questions from business teams and translate into data problems
• Apply statistical knowledge to create optimization models & predictive analyses
• Utilize systems thinking approach to conceive, plan, and build new data products
• Drive adoption of data products and insights across business teams by visualizing results and crafting effective communications to share discoveries
• Lead data science solutions as an embedded technical expert from beginning to end
• Build relationships with a wide-range of business partners and establish yourself and the team as subject matter experts in supply chain analytics
• Ability to work independently and through ambiguous situations to build relevant analytic solutions using quantitative approaches
• Strong presentation skills to be able to share insights and recommendations at a senior leadership level and also more detailed technical reviews with the analytics community
  

We'd Love To Hear From People With

• MS+ with concentration in quantitative discipline – Operations Research, Stats, Math, Comp Sci, Engineering, Econ, or similar discipline
• Strong background working with predictive and statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization and strong expertise in all phases of the modeling pipeline
• Experience building complex data sets from multiple data sources, both internally and externally
• Strong SQL, database and ETL skills required including cleaning and managing data
• Advanced competency and expertise in Python, R or some combination
• Experience with integer programming, local search heuristics, and related OR tools (e.g. Gurobi, CPLEX, XPRESS)
• Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities
• Ability to educate others on statistical / optimization modeling methods
• Self-starter, attention to details and results orientated, able to work under minimal guidance
• Proficient in communicating effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders
• Experience on Cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, preferred
• Experience with multi-echelon network design and inventory optimization, preferred
• Experience developing and fitting machine learning models, preferred
  

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
  

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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