Sr Data Scientist - Commercial

Hertz; Georgia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off Hertz Rentals

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

401(k) employer matching

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Reimbursement & Discounts

Voluntary Insurance Programs

Themed Park Tickets & Discounts

Job summary

Hertz Revenue Management is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist to join a team that optimizes revenue offers and builds proprietary optimization products. You will collaborate across Revenue Management, Pricing, Sales, Product, IT, and vendors to deliver end-to-end solutions.

The role requires 2-5 years in modeling/data science, a Master’s in a quantitative field, and strong data scripting skills (SQL, Python, R). Starting salary is $105K with benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field is required.
• 2–5 years of industry experience in modeling, data science or OR.
• Strong communication skills to advocate solutions across the enterprise.
• Experience with data scripting languages (SQL, Python, R) or stats/optimization software.
• Experience with big data: processing and presenting large data sets.
• Ability to work with large, unstructured data sets and deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify commercial opportunities to optimize Hertz revenue using data sources and models.
• Enhance analytical tools and develop new solutions based on large data sets.
• Own and deliver end-to-end solutions with stakeholders and IT.
• Promote long-term customer vision aligned with business strategy.
• Coordinate with business units, Finance, IT, and senior management to drive projects.
• Develop the Data Analytics Team and champion industry-leading solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Big data concepts

Multi-project management

Quantitative problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in operations research, statistics, computer science, or related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Gurobi

C++

Job description

Job Description

Hertz Revenue Management is seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious, and talented Sr. Data Scientist to join a team that is responsible for optimizing Hertz's revenue offers. The Sr. Data Scientist will collaborate on designing, delivering, and maintaining proprietary optimization products that result in improved customer offers and increased revenue for Hertz. The role partners across Revenue Management, Pricing, Sales, Product, Distribution, Operations Research, IT, and vendors to identify opportunities, define requirements, provide insights, prototype products, and deliver end-to-end solutions

• Identify commercial opportunities to optimize Hertz revenue that can be addressed by developing data sources, methods, tools and models, including time series forecasting, reinforcement learning, or optimization modeling
• Enhance existing analytical tools and develop new solutions/tools based on large data sets
• Own and deliver end-to-end solutions, including coordination with stakeholders and IT, implementation, and support
• Promote the long-term customer vision that supports Hertz's business strategy as the marketplace evolves, and new products are introduced
• Actively develop close relationships and coordinate with commercial business units, Operations Research, Finance, IT and senior management to ensure timely execution of Hertz Revenue Management sponsored projects
• Maintain a pulse on industry efforts, disruptive technologies, and champion solutions to further Hertz's position as industry leader
• Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understand the interrelationships between Fleet, Pricing, and Revenue Management, and the combined impact on the Hertz Customer experience
• Developing the Data Analytics Team
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

What You’ll Do

• Identify commercial opportunities to optimize Hertz revenue that can be addressed by developing data sources, methods, tools and models, including time series forecasting, reinforcement learning, or optimization modeling
• Enhance existing analytical tools and develop new solutions/tools based on large data sets
• Own and deliver end-to-end solutions, including coordination with stakeholders and IT, implementation, and support
• Promote the long-term customer vision that supports Hertz's business strategy as the marketplace evolves, and new products are introduced
• Actively develop close relationships and coordinate with commercial business units, Operations Research, Finance, IT and senior management to ensure timely execution of Hertz Revenue Management sponsored projects
• Maintain a pulse on industry efforts, disruptive technologies, and champion solutions to further Hertz's position as industry leader
• Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understand the interrelationships between Fleet, Pricing, and Revenue Management, and the combined impact on the Hertz Customer experience
• Developing the Data Analytics Team
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in operations research, statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field required.
• 2-5 years of industry experience in modeling, data science or operations research required.
• Highly proficient communication skills and ability to actively advocate for Hertz Revenue Management solutions across the enterprise
• Experience with data scripting languages (e.g. SQL, Python, R etc.) or statistical/optimization software (e.g. R, SAS, Gurobi, C++, etc.) required.
• Experience with big data: processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities of data required.
• Ability to understand and work with large, unstructured data sets
• Proven success in solving complex quantitative problems
• Must be able to work well with diverse groups in a time-sensitive team environment with minimal supervision, be results oriented and able to meet or exceed deadlines with attention to detail and follow through
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects through to solution delivery
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations research, statistics, computer science, or related science field.
• Experience with time series forecasting, reinforcement learning, machine learning, or optimization.
• Knowledge of revenue management theory or travel industry systems/data

The starting salary for this role is $105K; commensurate with experience.

What You’ll Get

• 40% off any standard Hertz Rental
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching.
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discountsli>
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
• Perks & Discounts -Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

About Us

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

US EEO STATEMENT

At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture - and our success and reputation as a company.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.

EOE, including disability/veteran