Data Scientist - Supply Chain

We’re seeking a Senior Data Scientist to provide advanced analytics and data science support for optimization initiatives, strategic planning, and high‑impact business decisions. In this role, you’ll lead complex data analysis, develop sophisticated models, and translate insights into actionable recommendations that maximize business value, primarily supporting the Supply Chain organization.

You’ll partner closely with Analytics leadership and collaborate across Business Units, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT to deliver accurate, timely, and influential insights—from operational teams to executive leadership.

Who we are…  

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere!  

What we offer…  

• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!   

• Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities   

• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety  

• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement     

• Paid holidays and paid time off    
• Work on high‑impact initiatives that directly influence business strategy
• Collaborate with diverse, cross‑functional teams
• Leverage modern data platforms and advanced analytics techniques
• Opportunity to shape and mature enterprise‑level analytics capabilities

What You’ll Do

• Partner with Analytics leadership to anticipate and address evolving business data and analytics needs
• Break down complex business problems into data‑driven analytical frameworks
• Clean, integrate, and assess large, complex internal and external datasets (market, customer, competitor, product, import, or company data)
• Ensure data accuracy and support enhancements to analytical tools within your area of expertise
• Design, develop, and maintain advanced analytical and statistical models
• Perform correlation, regression, time‑series, and exploratory analyses to uncover key business drivers
• Identify actionable insights that influence strategic and operational decisions
• Communicate findings clearly through reports, dashboards, and presentations for technical and non‑technical audiences, including executive leadership
• Standardize, optimize, and automate analytical processes
• Build and maintain supporting data and information structures
• Continuously improve data quality, workflows, and analytical tools

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Business, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Proven advanced experience in business data analytics with a strong record of delivering measurable results
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, cloud‑based computing, and programming using SQL and Python
• Hands‑on experience with:
• Machine learning (supervised and unsupervised methods)
• Applied statistical analysis (regression, inferential statistics, time series)
• Exploratory data analysis and clustering techniques
• Experience using BI platforms and data visualization tools
• Ability to adapt quickly to new analytical tools and technologies
• Experience with operational excellence, lean methodologies, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong collaboration, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Proven ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment
• Results‑oriented mindset with a strong bias for action
• Willing to travel up to 20% to various corporate, manufacturing and distribution sites

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related quantitative field
• Experience with Power BI, SAP, Salesforce CRM, and/or pricing tools such as PriceFX
• Demonstrated business acumen in manufacturing and/or food & beverage packaging industries

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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