Data Solutions - Manager Data Modeling and Data Science

dentsu; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Safe and sick time

Job summary

Dentsu is seeking a Manager, Data Modeling & Data Science to drive strategic analytics for clients from a remote Colorado location. You will lead a team of analysts, deliver advanced modeling, and translate insights into actionable client guidance.

You will work with Snowflake, SQL, Python, and R to build models, score campaigns, and produce production-ready analytics for multi-channel strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Statistics, Math, Economics or related quantitative field and 5+ years in analytics or data science.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Strong experience with Snowflake, SQL, R, Python; knowledge of AI tools like Claude is a plus.
• Ability to explain advanced analytics to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of analysts, guiding technical and career development.
• Integrate disparate datasets and prepare data for analyses.
• Apply data science methods to provide client insights and recommendations.
• Manage client communications and deliver data, analytics, and models on time.
• Develop and maintain code for analytics workflows (Snowflake/SQL/Python/R).
• Evaluate client needs and develop quantitative solutions for campaigns.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Data storytelling

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics/Math/Economics

Masters preferred

Tools

Snowflake

SQL

Python

R

XGBoost

Claude (AI tools)

Job description

The purpose of this role is to lead and manage customer analysis deep dives, execute the strategies outlined by senior leadership, and manage the day‑to‑day communication with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrates disparate datasets
• Conducts data preparation for analyses
• Manages and mentors a team of analysts, contributing to their technical and career development
• Applies data science methods to provide insights and recommendations to clients
• Maintains knowledge of new trends in the data science industry
• Independently manages data science projects and delivery to clients
• Develops and manages code used for analytics purposes
• Communicates findings and insights
• Ensures timely delivery of data, analytics, and models to support clients’ data licenses, database marketing initiatives, and campaigns
• Develops and/or edits R code, Python code for model builds, scoring and delivery
• Provides direction and manages the work processes and output of database marketing analysts
• Participates in creating relevant solutions for clients by evaluating client needs for quantitative analysis and in developing methods or processes for implementation
• Leverages knowledge and hands‑on work of data and statistical modeling techniques to provide suggestions or guidance to teams using tools like Snowflake/SQL/Python/R
• Provides hands‑on building and optimization of clients’ multi‑channel campaigns through model building, campaign scoring, and production using tools like Snowflake/SQL/Python/R
• Performs 3rd party data vendor evaluations for the data product leveraging qualitative and quantitative methods
• Manages project tasks, timelines and deliverables inclusive of model builds, deployment, campaign production activities, like scoring
• Acts as an advisor in the following techniques: Predictive statistical models, Customer profiling, Segmentation Analysis, Campaign Analysis & Scoring, Data Analysis and Mining, Co‑presenting modeling findings and campaign results to clients, Work independently with minimum supervision, and provides guidance to junior team members

Role Summary

The Manager, Data Modeling & Data Science will drive strategic business impact through advanced analytics and predictive modeling, serving as a trusted advisor to clients across multiple vertical portfolios. This role combines hands‑on technical excellence with strategy—designing sophisticated analytical solutions, owning quality assurance across all deliverables, and mentoring analysts. The Manager will act as the client’s analytical partner, translating complex marketing challenges into data‑driven strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Possess core database marketing knowledge such as understanding of company and client data, relational database concepts, and direct marketing concepts
• 5+ years in quantitative marketing/analytics/data science
• Advanced experience with Snowflake, SQL, R, Python, AI tools (Claude), logistic regression, linear regression, XGBoost machine learning, clustering
• Advanced experience using 3rd party data in combination with 1st party data for modeling, scoring, and campaign analytics
• Ability to explain/present complicated/advanced analytical methodology and results to non‑technical audiences
• Ability to execute advanced analytic tasks (including but not limited to developing/editing modeling code, modelling, segmentation, DOE, forecasting, etc.) and create meaningful analytical outputs
• Ability to translate analysis insights into actionable recommendations and strategies for marketers
• Experience with applying statistical techniques such as regression, cluster analysis, factor analysis, to solve business problems
• Possess core analytical competencies such as ability to formulate an analytical problem, QC data and results, summarize key findings/insights, make actionable recommendations, and develop new and innovative analytical solutions to solve challenging business problems
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Statistics, Math, Economics or related scientific/quantitative field and at least five (5+) years of experience as a Data Analyst or related occupation. Masters+ preferred

Contract & Working Hours

Location: USA - Remote - Colorado

Brand: Merkle

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Temporary

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $65.79 - $87.77. The hourly pay rate for the successful candidate is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits & Perks

• Temporary employees are eligible for paid holidays in accordance with dentsu policy, as well as safe and sick time
• This position is not eligible for any other benefits or other compensation

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Company Culture & About Dentsu

About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way.

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