Strategic Data Scientist: Forecasting & Inventory

Hercules Industries; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

Hercules Industries is seeking a Data Scientist to identify, develop, and deploy data-driven solutions that transform operations. You will partner with leadership across supply chain, operations, and commercial teams to drive measurable business value through advanced modeling and actionable insights.

Responsibilities include designing predictive and prescriptive models for forecasting, inventory optimization, pricing, and process improvement; ensuring models are scalable and embedded into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, economics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–7+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or related field.
• Experience applying statistical modeling, machine learning, and optimization techniques.
• Experience working with large datasets and data visualization tools.
• Strong business acumen with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Proficiency in tools such as Python, R, SQL, and data visualization platforms.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy predictive and prescriptive models across forecasting and optimization.
• Explain model outputs in clear business terms to stakeholders.
• Embed analytics into core processes like SIOP, purchasing, and inventory.
• Collaborate with data engineering to ensure clean, reliable datasets.
• Identify opportunities for data-driven transformation with leadership.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data visualization

Statistical modeling

Optimization techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Hercules Industries is seeking a Data Scientist to identify, develop, and deploy data-driven solutions that transform operations. You will partner with leadership across supply chain, operations, and commercial teams to drive measurable business value through advanced modeling and actionable insights.

Responsibilities include designing predictive and prescriptive models for forecasting, inventory optimization, pricing, and process improvement; ensuring models are scalable and embedded into