Manager, Data Science Pricing Models

Marriott Hotels Resorts

Job Location:

Bethesda, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Applies advanced computational techniques in the development of business solutions to data-intensive problems in the hospitality industry. This rewarding position provides a career as part of a team that makes a direct revenue impact on Marriott hotels globally by providing tools that facilitate data-driven decision making in the disciplines of pricing revenue management sales and reservations. Works as part of a team that supports computationally-intensive data analysis and modeling efforts provides pricing and statistical modeling and technical expertise; provides production support for systems deployed at our hotels; performs undirected research on large volumes of data to reach business conclusions and recommendations; contributes complex programming and analysis in revenue management and sales systems; analyzes data and builds innovative models to deliver business solutions; functions as a modeling expert in all phases of the project lifecycle inception prototyping design testing rollout and support. The Predictive Analytics team seeks a flexible candidate with a willingness to learn that brings unique perspectives to enable creative data-driven solutions to the challenges at Marriott.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelors degree in a rigorous quantitative technical or scientific subject including Operations Research Statistics Mathematics Data Science Data Engineering Computer Science or Engineering
Experience solving complex mathematical problems; applying analytical and programming skills against data-intensive and complex modeling
Software engineering skills (e.g. distributed computing object-oriented development data cleansing algorithms and data structures)
An inherent curiosity in researching and developing solutions to complex and often open-ended business problems
An interest in continually learning new techniques and technologies to solve modeling challenges
An ability to explain and present mathematical concepts and results to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong communications skills and ability to work within a team
Knowledge of relational databases

Preferred:

Knowledge and experience with Python (pandas / Numpy / SciPy) SQL at an advanced level with an understanding of complexity theory
Knowledge of Stochastic process and probability theory
Knowledge of Experiment design and causal inference methods such as differenceindifferences matching regressionbased causal models and uplift or incremental impact analysis.
Experience with Econometric modeling and related techniques including linear and nonlinear regression panel data models fixed and random effects models instrumental variables
Experience with Machine Learning tools and techniques (e.g. k-nearest neighbors random forests ensemble methods etc.)
Experience with Data Platforms (i.e. Snowflake)
Experience in developing analytic driven solutions to business problems
Understands complex discrete data sets with subtle underlying biases
Experience with linear mixed integer non-linear or dynamic programming models and familiarity with optimization software (CPLEX Gurobi).
Experience with writing efficient code and an understanding of code complexity
Readiness and willingness to debug existing codes to identify source of reported application issues

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Delivering Technology

Provides input on solution structure tasks timeline and estimates for revenue management deliverables
Partners with planning teams to articulate possible solutions to business problems and todevelop requirements for new models
Formulates methods for measuring the effectiveness of pricing and revenue management activities.
Prepares detailed specifications for translation of complex business processes into models and prototypes
Develops and implements efficient scalable algorithms using appropriate technologies/software/architectures
Writes software and utility software tools to create and test new models
Assists the Application Delivery teams in support of operations
Assists the Application Delivery team in the maintenance of existing models
Provides work/cost estimates for client requests
Prepares documentation for client review.
Conducts reviews discusses findings risks and challenges and establishes courses of action

IT Governance

Follows all defined iT standards and processes and provides input for improvements to the appropriate process owners as needed
Maintains a proper balance between business and operational risk
Follows the defined project management standards and processes

Service Provider Management

To the extent that this role interacts with service providers:

Validates that Service Providers develop and manage respective aspects of a project plan including schedules deliverables and appropriate metrics.
Makes short term plans for the team to effectively utilize resources
Monitors Service Provider outcomes
Reviews estimates of work effort for client project provided by Service Providers for accuracy
Facilitates timely resolution of service delivery problems and minimizes the impact to clients

MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

Leadership

Communication -Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.

Leading Through Vision and Values -Keeps the organizations vision and values at the forefront of employee decision making and action.

Managing Change -Initiates and/or manages the change process and energizes it on an ongoing basis taking steps to remove barriers or accelerate its pace; serves as role model for how to handle change by maintaining composure and performance level under pressure or when experiencing challenges.

Problem Solving and Decision Making -Identifies and understands issues problems and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions solves problems and chooses a course of action.

Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.

Strategy Development -Develops business plans by exploring and systematically evaluating opportunities with the greatest potential for producing positive results; ensures successful preparation and execution of business plans through effective planning organizing and on-going evaluation processes.

Managing Execution

Building a Successful Team -Uses an effective interpersonal style to build a cohesive team; inspires and sustains team cohesion and engagement by focusing the team on its mission and importance to the organization.

Strategy Execution Ensures successful execution across of business plans designed to maximize customer satisfaction profitability and market share through effective planning organizing and on-going evaluation processes.

Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates focuses and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.

Building Relationships

Customer Relationships -Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer/stakeholder needs and actions consistent with the companys service standards.

Global Mindset -Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles abilities motivations and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Strategic Partnerships -Develops collaborative relationships with fellow employees and business partners by making them feel valued appreciated and included; explores partnership opportunities with other people in and outside the organization; influences and leverages corporate and continental shared services and/or discipline leaders (e.g. HR Sales & Marketing Finance Revenue Management) to achieve objectives; maintains effective external relations with government business and industry in respective countries; performs effectively as a liaison between locations disciplines and corporate to ensure needed resources are received and corporate strategies are understood and executed.

Generating Talent and Organizational Capability

Developing Others -Supports the development of others skills and capabilities so that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively.

Organizational Capability - Evaluates and adapts the structure of assignments and work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit.

Learning and Applying Professional Expertise

Continuous Learning -Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learns through their application.

Technical Intelligence: Knowledge and ability to define and apply appropriate technology to enhance business process
- Development Methodologies: Knowledge of general stages of SDLC framework and the application tiers within the development space.
- Information Security: Knowledge of the security considerations relevant within the development space including industry best practices related to information security

Business Acumen -Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges.
Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities.

Basic Computer Skills - Using basic computer hardware and software (e.g. personal computers word processing software Internet browsers etc.).

Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to add subtract multiply or divide quickly correctly and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.

Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Reading Comprehension- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Writing- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience:

Manager

Description JOB SUMMARYApplies advanced computational techniques in the development of business solutions to data-intensive problems in the hospitality industry. This rewarding position provides a career as part of a team that makes a direct revenue impact on Marriott hotels globally by providing to...