Data Scientist

Description

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

The Data Scientist is primarily responsible for leading development initiatives to create or expand on AI and Generative AI modeling methodologies and applications to support multiple business areas including Marketing, Finance, MP&A, etc. In addition to methodology creation, the Data Scientist will be highly skilled at identifying relevant data sources, collecting data and developing feature datasets to be used in modeling initiatives. Furthermore, the Data Scientist will be expected to communicate findings and collaborate with business teams on activation strategies to implement results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as leading data science strategist to develop new methodologies, models and applications related to AI and Generative AI business use cases.
• Interact with brand partners with respect to modeling and analytics.
• Extract, cleanse, and transform data for predictive modeling.
• Develop and implement automated, production-grade predictive model pipelines.
• Develop complex queries and automated scripts using Python & SQL.
• Fully handle projects end to end from identifying business opportunities to developed POC to creating automated modeling pipeline.
• Work with business partners to incorporate and implement results into current and future strategies.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to various partners across the organization.
• Complete hypothesis tests, sample size, and power calculations.
• Stay current with business results, strategies, industry standards, and tried and tested methodologies.
  
  

Qualifications

• At least six (6) years of modeling and analytical experience in Python/R/SAS in a fast paced and professional environment required
• Advanced experience in pattern recognition, clustering, statistics, and predictive modeling techniques
• Proficient writing advanced SQL
• Proficient with Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning techniques
• Proficient in working with cloud data warehouses (Snowflake)
• Experience in retail, consumer packaged goods, and/or customer marketing
• Data visualization experience using Power BI, Tableau, Qlikview or similar technology
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic, research-focused environment with multiple concurrent projects
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics or relevant field required.
• Master’s Degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, or relevant field desired.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Lead with Curiosity & Humility
• Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
• Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
• Observe, Engage & Connect
• Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
• Deliver Business Results
  
  

Benefits

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount
• No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including an inclusive family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
• 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!
  
  

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.