Operations Research Advisor
About the role
A Principal in Data Science and Operations Research (DSOR) Enablement is a senior-level role responsible for leading the integration of advanced analytics and operations research methodologies across the organization, driving optimization of business processes and decision-making. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify strategic opportunities and implement data-driven solutions that align with organizational goals. With a deep understanding of both business operations and technical methodologies, they provide strategic direction, mentorship, and technical expertise, empowering DSOR practitioners to deliver impactful insights and solutions. They play a key role in influencing leadership through effective communication, ensuring that DSOR initiatives deliver impactful, value-driven outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and vision for the “startup” of the DSOR Enablement function
- Lead and inspire DSOR initiatives, driving innovative, data-driven solutions that optimize business processes and support growth
- Provide strategic guidance, setting clear priorities, and ensuring effective execution of DSOR projects from hypothesis to deliverable
- Mobilize and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and continuous improvement
- Support the design of user-centric products that align with business goals, enhancing decision-making and user engagement
- Communicate complex DSOR concepts clearly to stakeholders, influencing leadership and ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives
- Track progress and ensure accountability for project milestones, delivering impactful solutions that maximize the value of DSOR initiatives
- Author and propagate best practices for the DSOR discipline to facilitate a culture that advances DSOR globally
Minimum Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Data Science, Operations Research, Engineering, Business Administration, Business Analytics, or related discipline
- Advanced degree preferred
Minimum Experience
- Five to eight (5 – 8) years of experience in working with teams in analytics, data science, operations research, engineering or a related field
- Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and executing complex projects
- Practitioner or practitioner-adjacent experience in analytics, data science, operations research, or a related field inclusive of prototyping and rapid experimentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred locations include Memphis, TN; Pittsburgh, PA; or Plano, TX
Pay
- USA: $9,208.38/mo – $20,872.33/mo
- CO: $9,208.38/mo – $20,002.65/mo
- CA: $9,719.96/mo – $16,575.08/mo
- NJ: $9,719.96/mo – $15,551.93/mo
- ME, OH & VT: $9,719.96/mo – $17,393.61/mo
- MN: $9,719.96/mo – $19,132.97/mo
- IL & NV: $9,719.96/mo – $20,002.65/mo
- MD, NY, VA & WA: $9,719.96/mo – $20,872.33/mo
- MA: $10,231.53/mo – $20,872.33/mo
- RI: $11,254.69/mo – $19,132.97/mo
- CT: $11,254.69/mo – $20,002.65/mo
- DC & HI: $11,766.26/mo – $20,002.65/mo
- NYC: $11,766.26/mo – $20,872.33/mo