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Manager, Data Science and Engineering

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Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Data Science & Engineering to lead our Budget Optimization, Forecasting, and Analytics initiatives in our Media & Advertising domain. There would also be an opportunity to impact our Audience strategy. This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive our advertising platform's evolution.

What You'll Do

  • Lead a team of data scientists and engineers in developing and implementing sophisticated budget optimization algorithms and forecasting models

  • Design and oversee the automation of audience segment creation, improving targeting efficiency and campaign performance

  • Drive the development of analytical solutions that optimize advertising spend and campaign ROI

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into our advertising platform

  • Establish best practices for data modelling, testing, and validation

  • Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence

Does This Sound Like You?

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in data science and analytics, with 3+ years in a leadership role

  • Proven track record in building and deploying machine learning models at scale

  • Strong expertise in budget optimization and forecasting methodologies

  • Experience with audience segmentation and automation technologies

  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and big data technologies

  • Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, XGBoost)

  • Knowledge and preferably experience with Operations Research technologies like statsmodels, CPLEX, Gurobi, AMPL, PuLP, GAMS

  • Knowledge of forecasting libraries like Facebook’s Prophet, ARIMA

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)

  • Understanding of digital advertising technologies and platforms

  • Experience with real-time bidding and programmatic advertising would be advantageous

Leadership Competencies

  • Strong project management and team leadership abilities

  • Excellence in communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to drive innovation while maintaining operational excellence

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

  • Performance-based bonus

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Hybrid work environment

  • Employee discount program

  • Health and wellness benefits

  • RRSP matching program

Impact You'll Make

  • Shape the future of retail media through data-driven innovation

  • Lead the development of next-generation audience targeting capabilities

  • Drive substantial improvements in advertising efficiency and effectiveness

  • Mentor and develop top-tier data science talent

Loblaw Digital is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Interested candidates please apply through our careers portal with your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.