Associate Director, Data Science

2 weeks ago


Orlando, Florida, United States Marriott Vacations Worldwide Full time

Relocation assistance may be available where applicable.

Position Summary

As a member of the professional staff, contributes specialized knowledge and skill in a discipline (Data Science, Operations Research) to support efforts and/or department objectives. Generally, working under limited supervision and as an individual contributor, this individual will be responsible in applying mathematic and analytical methods to solve complex decision-making problems, across the entire organization.

Job Summary

As a member of the Global Data & Customer Insights team for Marriott Vacations Worldwide, the Associate Director, Data Science will be responsible for leading the effort to pull together data across a variety of sources and create compelling visuals to share business insights. The Associate Director, Data Science may also supervise analysts focused on these efforts. We are looking for a dynamic, innovative individual with detailed oriented analytical and interpersonal skills to create and define actionable analytics solutions for key stakeholders. This individual should have an eye for detail and be able to independently troubleshoot problems and follow them through to remediation.

Candidate Profile

Requires significant understanding of all facets of data including cloud architecture, modeling, development, deployment, analysis, and BI methodology, along with requirements gathering, design, quantitative analysis, and insights discovery. Must demonstrate a strong quantitative aptitude for data. Must be comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced environment. Candidate must be collaborative while also being a self-motivated, creative problem solver.

Specific Expected Contributions

  • Identify and define complex problems within the organization that can benefit from operations research methodologies.
  • Gather relevant data from various sources and perform thorough data analysis to gain insights into the problem domain.
  • Develop mathematical models that accurately represent the problem, including constraints, objectives, and decision variables.
  • Design and implement algorithms and computational methods to solve the mathematical models efficiently.
  • Utilize optimization techniques such as linear programming, integer programming, and simulation to find optimal or near-optimal solutions.
  • Conduct scenario analyses and "what-if" studies to assess the impact of different strategies and assumptions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, analysts, and managers, to ensure that proposed solutions are practical and aligned with organizational goals.
  • Provide decision-makers with clear and concise recommendations based on the results of analyses and simulations.
  • Present complex technical concepts and findings in a clear and understandable manner to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Validate and verify models and solutions through sensitivity analysis and validation against real-world data.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and adjust as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Stay current with advancements in operations research methodologies and tools and explore innovative approaches to problem-solving. Performs other duties as appropriate.

Specific Candidate Profile

  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in operations research, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to tackle complex challenges.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java for algorithm development and implementation.
  • Solid understanding of mathematical modeling techniques and optimization algorithms.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and adapt to changing project requirements.
  • Previous experience in applying operations research techniques to real-world problems is a plus.
  • Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Experience in the timeshare industry is preferred.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture




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