Full-Time

Sr. Data Scientist

Posted on 8/29/2024

Zoro

Zoro

501-1,000 employees

E-commerce platform for industrial supplies

No salary listed

Senior

Chicago, IL, USA

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
Data Structures & Algorithms
SQL
AWS
Marketing
Data Analysis
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of progressive experience leading data science projects that have a direct impact on a company’s objectives.
  • 5+ years of experience utilizing data mining techniques, ML models to assist business decision making. Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks and strong knowledge of statistical, causal inference methods, parametric models, planning experiments and hypothesis testing.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist business decision-making through data mining and machine learning.
  • 5+ years of experience utilizing Python to work with large, varied datasets, developing and deploying predictive models on various computing environments.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders. Must be able to interact cross-functionally and drive both business and technical discussions.
  • Ability to translate complex business problems into project plans and solve them by analyzing large amounts of data.
  • 5+ years of experience in SQL and cloud-hosted data platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, etc.).
  • Domain knowledge and experience in building models for marketing. Specifically, experience with customer 360 views, customer retention efforts, evaluating marketing channels and campaigns.
Responsibilities
  • Lead data science projects from beginning to end: develop and refine the idea, create a project plan and methodology, collaborate with business partners, execute and provide recommendations for the company.
  • Collaborate with other data scientists to develop and implement algorithms, write code, evaluate relevant academic research and deliver outputs.
  • Advise the company about tools, data sources and best practices to facilitate digital marketing, pricing and web analytics.
  • Build predictive and inference models using Python to support business initiatives in the areas of customer acquisition, activation, engagement, retention or channel investment optimization.
  • Document code and data science processes that are critical to the company and develop strategies to ensure those processes are robust and fault-tolerant.
  • Communicate findings to business leaders and colleagues using data visualizations, presentations and written means.

Zoro.com is an e-commerce platform that sells industrial equipment, supplies, and tools to various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and education. The company operates in the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) market, providing essential products like plumbing supplies and vehicle maintenance tools. Zoro differentiates itself by offering a vast catalog at competitive prices and focusing on excellent customer service through a user-friendly online platform. Its goal is to ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining low costs and efficient product delivery.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canteleu, France

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for e-commerce MRO supplies boosts Zoro's market potential.
  • AI-driven inventory management can optimize Zoro's stock levels and reduce costs.
  • Partnerships with logistics firms enhance Zoro's shipping reliability and speed.

What critics are saying

  • Grainger's expansion could impact Zoro's market share in the MRO sector.
  • Grainger's sustainability focus may attract eco-conscious customers away from Zoro.
  • Supply chain issues could affect Zoro's partnership with Ultimation Products.

What makes Zoro unique

  • Zoro offers a vast catalog of over 1 million unique products.
  • The company focuses on competitive pricing and excellent customer service.
  • Zoro's digital-first approach ensures a seamless online shopping experience.

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Performance Bonus

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