Sr. Data Scientist

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

This role plays a key role with the development and visulaization of data and dashboards to identify opportunities and drive process improvements. Inidvidual will play a big part with identifing process and performance gaps causing misses to critical metrics and KPIs. Will also be responsbile for inventory optimization and dvelopment of Service Parts S&OP process.

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Reporting and Visualization: Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
- Data Sourcing and Integration: Capable of independently sourcing and integrating data from various internal and external sources to support comprehensive analysis and cross-validation efforts.
- Analytical Problem Solving: Identify and solve complex problems, focusing on areas of opportunity for efficiency within the organization using data and metrics.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data processes, reporting capabilities, and overall data maturity within the organization. Identify opportunities for automation and optimization of data workflows.
- Identify process and performance gaps causing misses to critical metrics and KPIs.
- Drive Inventory Improvements allowing organization to achieve Inventory Targets
- Seek out new innovations and present new strategies to continuously improve our inventory position
- Develop and lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process for Service Parts Planning
- Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.

- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Science, Data Analytics, or a related technical discipline
- 6+ years of experience in structuring, analyzing, and visualizing large data sets while support Service Operations. Experience with dbt, Databricks, a plus.
- Experience with development and implementation of machine learning models and AI algorithms to analyze datasets and derive actionable insights.
- Deployment of statistical methods to validate data and results to ensure the accuracy and reliability of findings.
- An ability to create dashboards or slide decks to tell a story using data including visualizations (HEX Workspace, Google Slides)
- Working knowledge of SQL and Python required
- Prior S&OP development and implementation
- Prior inventory management experience resulting in improved inventory turns.
- Previous experience with Servigistics, PTC Spare Parts Planning software.
- Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause investigations using data and visualizations
- Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects under strict deadlines within a transitioning environment from manual to automated processes
- Concise verbal and written communication; ability to synthesize information into key points
* Ability to stand or sit for 8-10 hours per day

• Salary Rate for California Based Applicants: $135,000 to $168,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
• Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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