Data Science & Analytics Manager

APM Terminals Gothenburg; McAlester (OK); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals Elizabeth is recruiting a Data Science and Analytics Manager to shape the terminal's analytics capability and turn complex operations data into decisions that boost safety, service, productivity, and cost performance.

The role offers end-to-end ownership of the analytics roadmap, from identifying high-value opportunities to developing and scaling live terminal solutions, with a focus on driving measurable improvements across vessel, yard, gate, rail, labor, and equipment."

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data science or related quantitative discipline.
• Proven success delivering analytics or ML solutions in complex environments.
• Strong Python and SQL expertise with data science libraries.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the terminal’s data science and analytics strategy, roadmap, and operating model.
• Partner with leaders to identify high-value problems, establish baselines, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Develop predictive, prescriptive, and optimization solutions across operational use cases.
• Lead analytics products through the full lifecycle from problem definition to deployment and monitoring.
• Establish KPI frameworks, reporting solutions, and self-service analytics capabilities.
• Translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

Skills

Python

SQL

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in data science or related quantitative discipline

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Business intelligence tools

Data engineering practices

MLOps

Job description

APM Terminals Step into the engine room of global commerce. At APM Terminals Elizabeth, you’ll be at the center of one of the busiest port complexes in North America. Every container you touch keeps freight moving through the Port of New York / New Jersey, supporting critical supply chains across the East Coast and beyond. This is a place where speed, scale, and precision come together. You’ll collaborate with high- performing teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where safety and operational excellence are the top priorities. Here, your impact is immediate—and global.

Why you’ll love it here

• Be part of a major gateway on the U.S. East Coast
• Experience high-volume, complex terminal operations
• Work with driven teams in a fast-moving environment
• Continuous improvement mindset – where curiosity is encouraged, root-cause problem solving is valued, and making things better every day is part of how we win

Data Science and Analytics Manager Based At APM Terminals Elizabeth, the Data Science and Analytics Manager will shape and lead the terminal’s analytics capability, turning complex operational data into decisions that improve safety, service, productivity, capacity, and cost performance. This role offers end-to-end ownership of the analytics roadmap, from identifying high-value opportunities through developing, deploying, and scaling solutions used in live terminal operations.

What We Can Offer

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement means every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers by continuously refining how we work. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work. Lead and define a high-impact analytics agenda that directly supports terminal performance and modernization initiatives. Work with rich operational data and influence daily decisions across vessel, yard, gate, rail, labor, equipment, and asset management activities. Gain exposure to operational and senior leadership teams while collaborating with regional and global analytics communities. Build and develop an emerging analytics capability while helping drive technology and operational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the terminal’s data science and analytics strategy, roadmap, operating model, and prioritized portfolio aligned with business priorities.
• Partner with operational and functional leaders to identify high-value business problems, establish baselines, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Develop predictive, prescriptive, and optimization solutions across operational use cases including productivity, capacity, forecasting, reliability, and planning.
• Lead analytics products through the full lifecycle from problem definition and data preparation to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Establish trusted KPI frameworks, reporting solutions, reusable data products, and self-service analytics capabilities.
• Translate complex analytical findings into actionable recommendations, scenarios, and decision-support tools for operational and senior leaders.
• Promote data quality, governance, responsible AI practices, and alignment with enterprise technology standards while building analytics capability across the organization.

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Leadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently put customers first, lead by example with respect for people, deliver results with integrity, and drive continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.
• Master’s degree in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, operations research, or a related quantitative discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven success delivering analytics, machine learning, optimization, or decision-support solutions in complex operational, industrial, logistics, transportation, supply chain, or asset‑intensive environments.
• Strong Python and SQL expertise, including experience working with common data science libraries and modern data environments.
• Experience taking analytical solutions from concept through production deployment, adoption, and performance monitoring while delivering measurable operational or financial improvements.
• Ability to communicate complex analysis clearly, influence stakeholders, and lead people, projects, vendors, and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms, business intelligence tools, data engineering practices, MLOps, and advanced analytics techniques such as forecasting, optimization, simulation, anomaly detection, computer vision, generative AI, large language models, or digital twins is advantageous.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and Port Access Card.

Salary: $130K - $150K

Location: Elizabeth, NJ (5 days in office)

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At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services.

By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community.

Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace.

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