Director of Advanced Analytics & Data Science

at  Hanesbrands Inc

OVERVIEW :

HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI) makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by consumers around the world for comfort, quality and value. Among the company’s iconic brands are Hanes, the leading basic apparel brand in the United States; Champion, an innovator at the intersection of lifestyle and athletic apparel; Bonds, which is setting new standards for design and sustainability; Maidenform, America’s number one shapewear brand; and Bali, America’s number one bra brand. HBI employs 48,000 associates in 29 countries and has built a strong reputation for workplace quality and ethical business practices. The company, a longtime leader in sustainability, has set aggressive 2030 goals to improve the lives of people, protect the planet and produce sustainable products. HBI is building on its unmatched strengths to unlock its #FullPotential and deliver long-term growth that benefits all of its stakeholders.
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced Director of Advanced Analytics & Data Science to lead our advanced analytics and data science team to drive transformative change that reshapes the way we operate, enhances our competitive edge, and enables us to rapidly adapt to the ever-evolving demands of our industry. This key leadership position plays a pivotal role in leading a team that is the nexus of expertise, strategy, and implementation of AI, ML, and data science capabilities and technologies. The primary focus of this role is to deliver disruptive capabilities and tools at scale with a relentless focus to eliminate, automate, and transform business processes that drive sales growth, optimize operations, and enhance profitability. The ideal candidate should possess a deep understanding of data science, AI, ML, analytical thinking, and a relentless drive to deliver business disrupting capabilities.
Responsibilities

DISRUPTIVE CAPABILITIES:

Drive the development and deployment of disruptive AI, ML, and data science capabilities and tools that fundamentally change the way we work, driving data driven decisions and efficiencies within the organization
Build a scalable infrastructure and team to support the growth of data science, AI, and ML capabilities within the organization including sales, product, marketing, supply chain, finance, and human resource functions
Ensure relentless focus on operationalizing optimization, including the elimination, automation, and transformation of business processes, leading to greater efficiency and cost savings within the organization
Qualifications
Minimum Education/ Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Analytics, or related field with 10+ years relevant work experience including prior management
Preferred Education/ Experience: Master’s in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Analytics, or related field with 8+ years experience or 4+ years relevant experience can be substituted for Bachelor’s degree
A minimum of 10 years of relevant data science, analytics, or a related experience with a track record of delivering actionable results
A minimum of 5 years of leadership and effective data science team management
Demonstrated delivery of business value through sales growth, cost reduction, and cash generation
Job Specific Competencies
Data Fluency
Written/verbal communication and listening
Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Results orientation
Adaptability
Core Values
Play to Win - We expect to win, working together to drive results. We push ourselves to simplify and innovate. When we fail, learn from it. We will break with the past when necessary to move forward.
Act Like Owners - We take action. We build relationships across functions so we can see the company holistically and seek out opportunities for improvement. We’re willing to sacrifice in one area if that leads to our overall success.
Do What’s Right - We behave ethically. We are transparent. We share information about the factors influencing our actions. Our behavior aligns with our values. Our products make the world a better place.
Create Opportunity for All - With success comes opportunity. Everyone is respected and included. We provide opportunities for all associates to reach their Full Potential

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