Manager Data Science

Ahold Delhaize Distribution & Transportation; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize Distribution & Transportation is seeking a Manager II of Modeling & Capacity Planning to lead advanced analytical modeling and capacity planning across the supply chain. You will develop linear and nonlinear optimization models to improve material flows, network efficiency and service levels, while partnering with Transportation, Distribution, Finance and IT to enable data-driven decisions.

The role requires 7+ years in optimization or capacity planning, with 3+ years leading

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations research, supply chain management, applied mathematics, statistics, CS, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred (e.g., Supply Chain, Analytics, Operations Research, CS, Statistics)

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced quantitative models and capacity planning efforts to optimize material flows, capacity utilization, network efficiency, service levels and cost.
• Develop custom optimization tools in Python using Gurobi and run scenario analyses to evaluate trade-offs under demand variability and capacity constraints.
• Apply ML/AI techniques (predictive models, clustering, computer vision, forecasting) to drive proactive planning and optimized execution.
• Collaborate with Operations, Transportation, Warehousing, Inventory Planning, Finance and Technology to align modeling outputs with business priorities.
• Define and monitor capacity/ planning KPIs; build reporting and visualization to communicate insights to leadership.
• Mentor and develop analysts and planners, ensuring modeling standards and timely delivery of insights.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Optimization modeling

Machine learning

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (quantitative)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

Gurobi

Pandas

Job description

The Manager II, Modeling & Capacity Planning, is responsible for leading advanced analytical modeling and capacity planning efforts to support end-to-end supply chain performance. This role leverages quantitative modeling (linear and non‑linear optimization, MILP, deep learning), machine learning algorithms, and AI techniques (computer vision, classification techniques, imputation) to translate complex operational data into actionable insights that optimize material flows, capacity utilization, network efficiency, service levels, and cost. The position plays a critical role in shaping supply chain strategy by developing linear and non‑linear models to fulfill demand by providing savings to the company. By partnering closely with Supply Chain Operations (Transportation and Distribution), Supply Chain Analytics, Finance, and Technology teams, this leader ensures data‑driven decision‑making that supports scalability, resilience, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Network Modeling & Tool Development

• Develop custom optimization tools in Python using Gurobi to solve complex problems in transportation routing, inventory optimization, origin destination pairings. Design and execute scenario analysis to evaluate trade‑offs related to demand variability, labor and asset capacity, network changes, and service‑level commitments. Provide recommendations that balance cost, service, and operational risk.

Applied Machine Learning Techniques & Advanced Analytics

• Implement ML and AI techniques in supply chain use cases: predictive models, clustering techniques, computer vision, deep learning, and forecasting algorithms.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in supply chain modeling and advanced analytics, delivering tools and insights that enable proactive planning and optimized execution.

Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development

• Support the creation of strategic roadmaps for network growth, modernization, and optimization initiatives.
• Develop standardized evaluation models for expansion, network redesigns, and transportation optimization projects.
• Conduct scenario planning and forward‑looking analyses to guide investment and operational decisions.

Capacity Planning Models

• Develop, maintain, and enhance capacity planning models that predict volume flows, resource requirements, and operational constraints across the supply chain network.

Operational Insights & Optimization

• Analyze supply chain performance trends to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Translate insights into actionable recommendations aligned with business objectives.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Transportation, Warehousing, Inventory Planning, Finance, and Technology teams to align modeling assumptions, KPIs, and planning outputs with real‑world constraints and strategic priorities.

Performance Measurement & KPIs

• Define, monitor, and refine capacity and planning KPIs. Develop reporting and visualization tools to communicate performance, risks, and opportunities to leadership.

Testing & Validation

• Design and execute stress tests, simulations, and what‑if analyses to validate models and quantify the impact of planning decisions.

People Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead, coach, and develop analysts and planners, ensuring consistent modeling standards, analytical rigor, and timely delivery of insights.

Technology & Data Partnership

• Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity, improve data pipelines, and support system enhancements that enable scalable modeling and planning solutions.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field required.
• Master's Degree preferred (e.g., Supply Chain, Analytics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Statistics)

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive experience in optimization, network design, supply chain analytics, capacity planning, or forecasting.
• 3+ years of experience leading advanced quantitative models or decision‑support tools.

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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