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Director, Analytics and Decision Science

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Newark, NJJob$175–237K/yrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$175–237K/yr
Location
Newark, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Amazon is hiring a Director, Analytics and Decision Science. The Director, Analytics and Decision Science will lead and contribute to Audible's Analytics and Decision Science group, driving discussions and decisions with business partners through insightful analysis. This role involves delivering technical solutions, designing measurement frameworks, and developing experimental designs to improve business functions and track performance. The director will act as a trusted advisor, leveraging deep cross-functional knowledge.

Key focus areas include Design and lead hands-on decision science initiatives supporting Audible strategy and programs, Use causal inference methods to understand incremental impact of activity on business performance, and Learn and master intricacies of economics, understanding pain points and opportunities.

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Experience and Bachelor's Degree In Technology Or Mathematics. Important skills include Causal Inference Methods, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Strategic Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Decision Science. Preferred (not required): Working With C-Level Leaders.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Causal Inference MethodsExperimental DesignData AnalysisStrategic AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceDecision ScienceConsultingData-Driven Product DevelopmentBusiness RecommendationPythonRSQLTableauMicroStrategyStrategic ThinkingInsightful AnalysisConcise CommunicationOral CommunicationCommunicationDeveloping Compelling PresentationsDeveloping Compelling DocumentsManaging Challenging AssignmentsWorking With C-Level Leaders

Qualifications

5+ Years Strategic Analytics Experience5+ Years Business Intelligence Experience5+ Years Decision Science Experience5+ Years Consulting ExperienceDegree in TechnologyDegree in MathematicsAdvanced DegreeMBAMSPhDPrevious Experience in Large B2C Companies

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.

At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a leader and individual contributor of Audible’s Analytics and Decision Science group, you will drive discussion and decision with our business partners by explaining, predicting, scenarizing, prescribing insight-driven actions with/for both tech and non-tech audiences. You will deliver the right technical solution (analytics- or data-product) to influence, guide, and force-multiply (via automation) our business functions, increase their effectiveness and efficiency, and hold them accountable. You will help drive continuous improvement by designing and building measurement frameworks, and other communications conduits (presentations and documents) to track initiative and business performance, driving focus on results and execution. You will frame hypotheses and potential decisions into a testable structure and develop robust experimental designs. You will leverage deep cross-functional knowledge to be a trusted advisor across a wide range of issues.

Alternate locations available: This position can also be located in Audible's Berlin or London hubs.

ABOUT YOU

You are able to work with minimal instruction and oversight, conduct multiple high-stake tasks and projects simultaneously, and own deliverables end-to-end with limited dependencies on the work of others. You have the ability to think strategically, develop insightful analysis, and frame decisions, and communicate findings concisely to senior leaders in your and other organizations.

As a Director, Analytics and Decision Science, you will...

  • Design and lead hands-on decision science initiatives that support Audible strategy and programs. Use causal inference methods (experimentation and models) to understand the incremental impact of our activity on business performance

  • Learn and master the intricacies of our economics, understand pain points and opportunities, and provide solutions short-term and long-term

  • Develop an in-depth knowledge of all relevant data sources, business intelligence technologies, data science, and analytical tools available to maximize their potential. Ensure and own the accuracy, relevance, quality, and impact of your deliveries

  • Communicate crisply in both oral and written forms for different levels of audiences (Tech, non-Tech, manager to executive)

  • Develop compelling presentations and documents

ABOUT AUDIBLE

Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners’ imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.

Basic Qualifications

  • Experience in analyzing data to drive decisions

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the areas of Strategic Analytics, Business Intelligence, Decision Science, or Consulting in a digital environment or in a related field

  • Degree in technology, mathematics or a related field, speaks of a person who is comfortable in data-centric environments

  • Experience in developing data-driven products, and sharing business recommendation and their financial/customer impact with the stakeholders

  • Experience managing challenging assignments with aggressive schedules

  • Experience with programming languages (such as Python, R, etc.), SQL and visualization tools (Tableau, Microstrategy, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree, Business (MBA), MS, PhD or equivalent experience

  • Previous experience in large B2C companies a plus

  • Experience working with C-level leaders

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, NJ, Newark - 175,100.00 - 236,900.00 USD annually

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