Senior Manager, Optimization Analytics & AI Strategy

Nestlé S.A.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA IT & Digital Americas seeks a Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics Optimization to lead a team of optimization experts designing and planning Nestlé USA's supply chain network. The role blends technical depth with strategic influence, turning complex analytics into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

You will drive Strategic Network Design, Inventory Optimization, and Network Planning, champion AI adoption, manage vendor relationships, and build a high-performing team that

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading advanced analytics capabilities with strategic leadership.
• Strong ability to bridge analytics and business stakeholders.
• Experience in supply chain optimization preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop optimization team across Strategic Network Design, Inventory Optimization, and Network Planning
• Translate business needs into analytical models for optimization
• Influence senior leaders with clear narratives and recommendations
• Track KPIs affecting inventory and network performance
• Manage vendors and optimization platforms strategy and adoption
• Advance AI capabilities for faster model development and scenario modeling
• Run intake and prioritize optimization projects with pipeline management

Skills

Leadership

Advanced analytics

Optimization

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, business, or related field

Master's or PhD in related field preferred

Job description

Nestlé USA IT & Digital Americas seeks a Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics Optimization to lead a team of optimization experts designing and planning Nestlé USA's supply chain network. The role blends technical depth with strategic influence, turning complex analytics into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

You will drive Strategic Network Design, Inventory Optimization, and Network Planning, champion AI adoption, manage vendor relationships, and build a high-performing team that