Subway · 2 months ago
Vice President, Data Science
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expSubway is one of the world’s leading restaurant brands, and they are seeking a Vice President of Data Science to lead their strategic development and execution of advanced analytics initiatives. This role involves overseeing a high-performing team of data scientists and collaborating with cross-functional leaders to embed data-driven decision-making throughout the business.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingFranchiseRestaurants
Responsibilities
Define and lead the enterprise data science strategy, aligning with business goals across Marketing, Pricing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Technology. Focus on business performance, competitive landscape, and financial impact
Developing and implementing measurement solutions and predictive analytics across CRM and loyalty channels to increase customer retention and LTV
Build and scale pricing and promotional measurement solutions, including but not limited to price elasticity modeling, promo lift analysis, and scenario planning to help improve franchisee profitability and foresight to traffic and sales impacts
Evolve customer segmentation models, including clustering analysis to identify key cohorts and audience behaviors. In addition, layer in Customer LTV models to grow personalization and customer retention efforts
Structure propensity modeling across key customer cohorts to enable omni-channel personalization contact strategy and enhance customer engagement and growth through MarTech and digital campaigns
Build, mentor, and manage a team of data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
Oversee the development and deployment of scalable analytics products, ensuring technical excellence and business relevance
Partner with executive leadership to identify high-impact opportunities for advanced analytics and AI/ML applications
Drive thought leadership in the QSR industry by applying cutting-edge techniques in predictive modeling, personalization, optimization, and experimentation
Ensure robust data governance, model lifecycle management, and ethical AI practices
Communicate insights and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders, influencing key decisions with data-driven narratives
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on Subway’s business. Establish Data Science long term road map inclusive of ownership and people leadership
Initial Focus Areas
Enterprise sales forecasting and performance decomposition
Price and promotional elasticity modeling
Coupon/FSI/discount lift analysis
Store segmentation and predictive modeling
Personalization and offer optimization
AI-driven customer journey analytics
Strategic experimentation and testing incrementality
Forecasting traffic drivers and sales trends
Qualification
Required
Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field
15+ years of experience in data science, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing teams and strategic initiatives
Proven success in deploying production-level models and analytics platforms at scale
Expertise in AWS, Google Cloud, Python, SQL, Spark, and cloud platforms
Strong background in statistical modeling, machine learning, and experimental design
Strong understanding of QSR applications: price elasticities, promotional lifts, offer targeting, loyalty, site selection
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Familiarity with tools like GitHub, SageMaker, and DevOps practices
Strategic mindset with the ability to translate analytics into business impact
Preferred
Experience in QSR, retail, or consumer-facing industries preferred
Benefits
Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
Competitive Bonus
Mobility Allowance
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Holidays
Volunteering time
And Many More…..
Company
Subway
SUBWAY is a fast food restaurant franchise that sells submarine sandwiches and salads.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Subway has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.4B2024-05-30Debt Financing· $3.4B
2023-08-24Acquired
Leadership Team
Philippe de Grivel
CEO
Recent News
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