(27/10/2025) Principal Data Scientist

Job Category Technology Key Responsibilities Lead Inventory and Pricing Optimization Initiatives Design and implement predictive and prescriptive models to optimize inventory placement demand forecasting pricing optimization clearance models etc Advanced Modeling Machine Learning Apply techniques such as time series forecasting probabilistic modeling optimization algorithms e g MIP and reinforcement learning to solve inventory and pricing-related problems Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with stakeholders across supply chain merchandising and technology to align machine learning analytics initiatives with business goals and operational constraints Innovation Thought Leadership Identify emerging trends and technologies in supply chain and pricing optimization evaluate and prototype novel and pragmatic solutions to complex problems Mentoring Leadership Provide technical mentorship to other data scientists and contribute to the overall impactful growth of the organization Effective Communication Have effective communication skills to convey complex quantitative analyses analytic methodologies and findings in a clear concise and actionable manner Operational Impact Translate data insights into actionable recommendations that directly influence decisions around inventory planning replenishment and distribution What We re Looking For PhD or Master s degree in a quantitative field from a reputed college e g Operations Research Statistics Computer Science 10 years of industry experience in data science with a strong focus on inventory pricing and supply chain optimization Deep understanding of inventory theory supply chain planning stochastic modeling forecasting and optimization techniques Proficient in Python SQL and one or more optimization libraries e g Gurobi Pyomo Strong background in ML model development and experience in implementing large models in production Experience with large-scale data platforms e g Spark Snowflake Databricks Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Experience in retail e-commerce or manufacturing supply chains Familiarity with WMS and or Network optimization tools Optilogic Llamasoft Experience working in Agile or cross-functional product teams Prior experience leading technical teams or projects About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce Fanatics Collectibles and Fanatics Betting Gaming allowing sports fans to Buy Collect and Bet Through the Fanatics platform sports fans can buy licensed fan gear jerseys lifestyle and streetwear products headwear and hardgoods collect physical and digital trading cards sports memorabilia and other digital assets and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties including major national and international professional sports leagues players associations teams colleges college conferences and retail partners 2 500 athletes and celebrities and 200 exclusive athletes and over 2 000 retail locations including its Lids retail stores Our more than 22 000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally About the Team Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer manufacturer and seller of licensed fan gear jerseys lifestyle and streetwear products headwear and hardgoods It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues teams colleges and associations globally - as well as its flagship site www fanatics com http www fanatics com Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online sports venue and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues teams colleges and sports organizations across the world-including the NFL NBA MLB NHL MLS Formula 1 and Australian Football League AFL the Dallas Cowboys Golden State Warriors Paris Saint-Germain Manchester United Chelsea FC and Tokyo Giants the University of Notre Dame University of Alabama and University of Texas the International Olympic Committee IOC England Rugby and the Union of European Football Associations UEFA At Fanatics Commerce we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do Build Championship Teams Obsessed with Fans Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit Determined and Relentless Mindset