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The Farmer's Dog

The Farmer's Dog

501-1,000 employees

Fresh, human-grade dog food delivery service

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$100k - $125kAnnually

+ Equity Ownership

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
Data Structures & Algorithms
SQL
Requirements
  • You bring a minimum of 3 years of experience in a data science role.
  • You have a Master’s or PhD degree in Data Science, Operations Research, Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • You are an expert in Python, and are proficient in SQL for data extraction, manipulation. Experience in R is a plus.
  • You have a solid grasp of the fundamental mathematics of regressions. You have broad exposure to operations research and queueing theory. Experience in NLP is a plus.
  • You are familiar with A/B testing and statistical testing.
  • You have a proven track record of working very closely with a non-technical business department, translating ambiguous and challenging business problems into concrete and impactful products.
  • You possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and statistical modeling skills.
  • You are able to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment, are naturally curious and proactive self-starter, constantly on the lookout for new opportunities and solutions.
  • You are an owner, have excellent problem-solving skills and can prioritize tasks effectively.
  • You love dogs.
Responsibilities
  • Partnering with CX leadership, design, develop, and implement contact routing models to efficiently triage inbound tickets to optimize customer issue resolution and business performance.
  • Working in close collaboration with CX and Ops, refine and adapt workforce management models and demand forecasting models to accurately forecast staffing and inventory needs and minimize operations uncertainty.
  • Design and develop optimization models for network logistics and packaging to ensure high customer satisfaction and to reduce fulfillment costs.
  • Simulate and optimize key Ops algorithms to enhance operational efficiency and ensure applicability in real-world scenarios.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including CX, Ops, Data Engineering, Product, and Engineering to identify opportunities for improvements.
  • Analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights, make recommendations that inform business decisions, and communicate with stakeholders of all levels.
  • Guide decision making by communicating complex data concepts and findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders across the business.
  • Employ a forward-thinking, proactive approach, incorporating industry trends in data science and operations research, fostering a culture of constant experimentation and improvement.

The Farmer's Dog provides fresh, human-grade dog food that is delivered directly to pet owners' homes. Their service allows customers to create personalized meal plans for their dogs through their website. The food is prepared in the U.S. using high-quality ingredients and is free from preservatives and artificial additives, setting it apart from traditional dog food options. This subscription-based model ensures that pet owners receive regular deliveries, eliminating the need for store visits and reducing retail markups. The Farmer's Dog aims to improve pet health and well-being, as evidenced by customer testimonials reporting better weight management, increased energy, and fewer digestive problems in their dogs.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$168.1M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

29%

2 year growth

41%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The Farmer's Dog's potential valuation increase, as it seeks to raise hundreds of millions, indicates strong investor confidence and growth prospects.
  • Partnerships with veterinary associations like WSAVA and pet wellness centers like The Dog House Pet Salon enhance credibility and expand market reach.
  • Customer testimonials and significant health improvements in pets bolster the brand's reputation and customer loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • Raising significant capital could lead to pressure for rapid growth, potentially straining operational capabilities.
  • The premium pricing of fresh, human-grade dog food may limit market penetration to higher-income pet owners.

What makes The Farmer's Dog unique

  • The Farmer's Dog offers fresh, human-grade dog food, setting it apart from traditional pet food brands that use preservatives and artificial ingredients.
  • Their direct-to-consumer subscription model ensures food freshness and eliminates retail markups, providing better value and quality to customers.
  • Personalized meal plans tailored to individual dogs' needs enhance customer satisfaction and pet health, a unique selling point in the pet food market.

Benefits

Competitive compensation & equity packages

Health, dental, & vision

Parental leave

401k

Flexible PTO

Employee discount