Forterra

Forterra

Operations Analytics Manager

Clarksburg, MD · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$160kDetected 6 days ago
PythonSQLSnowflakeMachine LearningData EngineeringData ScienceLLMsCybersecuritySalesforceCRMForecastingSAPSupply ChainProcurementERPLeadershipNetSuiteS&OPDemand Planning

About the role

  • We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist, Operations Analytics to join the Operations leadership team.
  • This is a high-impact, execution-focused role for a builder who thrives on turning messy operational data into clear, decision-ready intelligence.
  • This is a strategic seat on the Operations leadership team, setting the standard for analytical rigor, ownership, and impact.

Responsibilities

  • Operational data warehouse and infrastructure Design and build the operational data warehouse: integrating data from ERP (NetSuite), CRM (Salesforce), and other business systems into a unified, reliable analytics layer.
  • Build and own ETL pipelines, data quality, and governance in close partnership with Business Systems on architecture and system integrations.
  • Demand forecasting and S&OP Build and own statistical and ML-driven demand forecasting models that feed the monthly S&OP cycle and inform capacity, procurement, and production planning.
  • Partner with Sales, Finance, and Operations leadership to align forecast inputs and provide real-time visibility into demand signals and supply constraints.
  • Build the Operations reporting suite: automated dashboards and KPI tracking for executive visibility Central planning and supply chain analytics Design and maintain analytical models inventory optimization, lead time analysis, supplier performance tracking, and capacity utilization.
  • Build predictive models to anticipate supply disruptions, demand variability, and cost escalation.
  • Costed BOMs and margin analytics Own the data pipeline and reporting layer for costed bills of materials (BOMs) ensuring visibility into material costs, labor, and overhead across product lines.
  • Develop scenario models to evaluate the cost impact of design changes, sourcing decisions, and volume shifts.
  • In an era marked by rapid technological change and evolving threats, we design for flexibility, survivability, and operational dominance.
  • Forterra delivers weapons, sensors, and battlefield effects through integrated autonomous networks reaching operational areas faster, safer, and without placing human lives at risk.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in data science, analytics engineering, or operations/revenue analytics.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL
  • experience with cloud data platforms (Snowflake or equivalent).
  • Ability to translate complex model outputs into clear narratives for non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, or Operations.
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field.

Nice to have

  • Experience with supply chain analytics, S&OP, costed BOMs, or manufacturing/operations environments.
  • Familiarity with ERP or WMS data models (NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
  • Generative AI or LLM integration experience applied to operational or analytical workflows.
  • Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
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  • Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices.
  • Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Compensation

  • $120k-$160k

Benefits

  • Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
  • Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
  • Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
  • A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
  • A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.
  • Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

Company info

  • About Forterra At Forterra, we are unleashing autonomy at scale to transform the battlefield.
  • Our mission is to build the foundational platforms that enable an intelligent ecosystem to coordinate, adapt, and execute with speed and precision even in the uncertainty and disruption of modern conflict.
  • Our systems operate with distributed control, dynamic routing, and real-time responsiveness, enabling sustained advantage across complex mission environments.
  • About the role We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist, Operations Analytics to join the Operations leadership team.

Equal opportunity

  • Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • security clearance
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