Dir IDT-Data Science & Governance

　　Reynolds American is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.

　　To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

　　WE ARE LOOKING FOR A Director IDT – Data and Analytic– Data Science & Governance

　　SENIORITY LEVEL: Senior Level

　　FUNCTION: Digital Business Solutions

　　LOCATION: Winston-Salem, NC

　　ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

　　Reports to

　　Sr Director – Data and Analytics

　　Number of Direct Reports

　　2-3

　　Core Relationships

　　Internal – Corporate Stakeholders, SP&I

　　External – Software Vendors, Service Providers

　　Geographic Scope

　　DRBU

　　Travel Required

　　N/A

　　WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

　　Implement Data Governance tool-based solutions for data quality, data catalogue, and data lineage

　　Promote data analytics/data science and assist in fostering data-driven culture across the organization

　　Assist in developing training programs for the Enterprise on Data, Business Intelligence, Data Science and AI and provide guidance to team on implementation of training programs

　　Identify high-impact analytical problems and find innovative ways to tackle these problems via data analysis, experimentation, and statistical modelling

　　Establish strong trusted relationships with vendors and data science development teams in other end markets

　　Lead cross-functional and cross-team relationship building and collaboration with stakeholders

　　Deliver and assist in maintaining forecasting and Market Mix Modeling solution and manage ongoing operations of data science models

　　Manage Machine Learning Operations and make sure Data drift and Model drifts are tracked for every model

　　Serves as program manager for large data and analytics projects

　　Manage Generative AI, architecture, and serve as leader of Large Language Models (LLM) and work closely with vendors on LLM implementation

　　Establish strong relationships and maintain alignment with the peers in Global IDT and GBS teams and to influence key stakeholders in US for adoption of global technologies

　　Leverage internal/external networks and cross-functional relationships at all levels of the organization to drive strategy and influence/manage change

　　Manage Data Science teams in offshore Tech Hubs

　　ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

　　6+ years’ experience with data analysis

　　5+ years’ experience managing stakeholders

　　3+ years’ people management experience

　　5+ years’ experience with SQL or other programming languages

　　Experience in delivering forecasting solutions

　　Experience initiating and driving projects to completion with minimal guidance

　　Experience communicating the results of Data science/AI to stakeholders

　　Understanding of statistical analysis and experience with packages, such as python and R

　　BENEFICIAL

　　Master’s Degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, or related field

　　Experience in a Consumer Packaged Goods company

　　Experience in Market Mix Modelling

　　WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

　　At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

　　Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets

　　Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work

　　Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries

　　Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations

　　Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner

　　Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

　　BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER .

　　Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American.We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

　　SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

　　Benefit Information

　　The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

　　401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

　　Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent

　　Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

　　Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)

　　Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan

　　Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year

　　Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents

　　Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

　　Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

　　Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance

　　Tuition reimbursement and student loan support

　　Dependent Scholarship Programs

　　Free confidential personal financial counselling service

　　On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations

　　A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice

　　Health-care concierge service

　　Volunteer service opportunities

　　Extensive training opportunities

　　Company vehicle for eligible employees

　　Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees

　　Paid Leave:

　　Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)

　　Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

　　Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)

　　Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

　　Funeral Leave

　　Short-Term Disability Leave

　　Long-Term Disability Leave

　　Jury Duty Leave

　　Military Leave

　　Released Time for Children’s Education

　　Community Outreach Leave

　　Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

　　Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

　　Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at [email protected].