Supply Chain Data Scientist bei Kontoor Brands, Inc.

Who We Are:

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler®, Lee® and Rock & Republic®, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 13,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Job Posting:

Supply Chain Data Scientist

**U.S. work authorized applicants only. **

Job Summary

We are seeking a Data Scientist who will play a dual role: delivering immediate analytical value in supply chain and operational decision-making, while steering the implementation & scaling-up of the advanced analytics and machine learning practices. This role will start by leveraging existing tools (Power BI/Fabric, Snowflake) to provide high-quality descriptive and diagnostic insights, then progressively expand into predictive modeling, machine learning, and experimentation. The successful candidate will partner with business, IT, and logistics teams to embed data science practices into the organization’s analytics ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced analytical insights that drive strategic and operational decisions, using statistical, predictive, and optimization techniques.
• Lead the development of the supply network data science roadmap, aiming to embed advanced analytics into the supply chain function.
• Identify high-value opportunities for predictive modeling, machine learning, and optimization, and execute proof-of-concept projects to demonstrate impact.
• Establish standards, governance, and best practices for data science, ensuring reproducibility, scalability, and integration with existing data infrastructure.
• Partner with IT, Data Engineering, and external vendors to evaluate the technology stack required for advanced analytics and machine learning.
• Build and maintain data products, models, and algorithms that generate ongoing business intelligence and measurable ROI.
• Mentor analysts and business users in advanced analytics concepts, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with analytics or data-centric roles with demonstrated progression toward advanced analytics.
• Proven experience applying AI into Inventory Optimization, Demand Planning, Inventory Modelling and Forecasting and Safety Stock Analysis
• Proficiency with Power BI for data modelling, DAX, and dashboard creation (optional).
• Proven experience translating data into actionable business recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Python or R for statistical analysis, data wrangling, and model development.
• Knowledge of forecasting and statistical methods (Prophet, ARIMA, regression, classification).
• Familiarity with SnowPark, dbt, or similar data transformation frameworks.
• Understanding of cloud-based ML platforms and MLOps concepts.
• Exposure to A/B testing, experimentation design, and causal inference methods.

Skills

• Ability to design and execute analytics projects from concept to delivery in a developing environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Comfort operating in environments with limited existing infrastructure and building capabilities from the ground up.
• Innovative problem-solving and ability to demonstrate the business value of analytics.
• Strong analytical skills related to data quality issues to determine causes and/or solutions.

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, or related field. 

Master’s degree preferred in related field.

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family’s needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.