Data Science Manager – Logistics Operations

We at Tesco focus on solving complex business problems and developing data products that can be deployed at scale across multiple areas including Stores, Online, Fulfilment, Marketing and Clubcard. We encourage rotation among Data Scientists to apply their skills to different challenges, gaining deeper subject matter expertise.

Our core work involves developing data products that can be deployed at scale both internally and externally. On any day you could be supporting the automation of decision‑making across the business, optimising processes for key business objectives, or conducting deep‑dive exploratory analysis to inform strategic decisions.

We’re looking for someone passionate about data science, ready to make a real impact across the business. In this role, you’ll take ownership of your technical domain and lead meaningful engagements with teams across the company, helping them unlock the power of data.

You’ll guide and support a talented team of Data Scientists – managing, mentoring and coaching them as they tackle complex optimisation challenges. Your leadership will shape the strategic direction of the team, balancing competing priorities and making thoughtful decisions that drive value.

You’ll thrive on turning ambiguity into clarity – translating business challenges into data science problems and practical applications. You’ll work closely with your team throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial exploration to production‑ready data products, always keeping an eye on impact and effectiveness.

Communication is key. You’ll explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way to non‑technical stakeholders, helping others see what data can unlock.

You’ll build mathematical models on top of large data architectures, uncovering insights that improve both the customer experience and our business. Beyond daily work, you’ll champion data science, sharing knowledge within Tesco and representing us in the wider data science community.

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• Specialist knowledge of a technical Data Science domain, preferably in Operations Research and Simulations, or related domains such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Forecasting, NLP, Statistics.
  
• Experience with programming languages and a high level of capability in at least one language – Java, Python, Scala, Go or similar.
  
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders on technical topics.
  
• Experience leading highly technical Data Science developments involving multiple stakeholders in logistics.
  
• Experience coaching and mentoring others in technical approaches.
  
• Experience partnering with technology teams to productionise developments and roll them out at scale.
  

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• Annual bonus scheme up to 20% of base salary.
  
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus bank holidays).
  
• Private medical insurance.
  
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay; plus 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
  
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
  

Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is ‘Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day’. We act as a responsible and sustainable business for all stakeholders, for the communities we are part of and for the planet.

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We’re a big business and we can offer a range of diverse full‑time & part‑time working patterns across many business areas, which means we can find something that works for you. We work in a blended pattern – combining office and remote working. Our offices remain where we connect, collaborate and innovate. If you are applying internally, please speak to the Hiring Manager about how this can work for you. Everyone is welcome at Tesco.

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