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Senior Data Scientist – Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing Focus)
McKesson is accelerating a multi-year Supply Chain Operations modernization agenda, starting with near-term value delivery and scaling toward advanced capabilities such as control towers, digital twins, and agent-enabled decisioning.
We are seeking a highly hands-on Senior Data Scientist who combines strong data science expertise with applied industrial engineering experience to solve complex warehouse and distribution center challenges using data and AI.
Note: This position is 2x per week on site in Missassauga following our flex and connect model
Design and build end-to-end data science solutions to solve complex warehouse problems:
Develop models that directly influence operational decisions, including optimization logic and recommendations
Partner with distribution center operators and SMEs to embed models into workflows
Apply industrial engineering concepts:
Translate operational problems into mathematical models, simulations, and heuristics
Extend solutions across supply chain domains (transportation, inventory, customer, quality)
Build and productionize ML models, optimization engines, simulation frameworks, and pipelines
Own full model lifecycle: development, testing, deployment, monitoring
Translate analytics into operational decisions and measurable business outcomes
Simulation, statistical modeling, and optimization (LP/MILP, heuristics)
Time-series forecasting and machine learning (including anomaly detection)
Experience designing decision systems (not just predictive models)
Familiarity with real-time or near real-time decision systems
Exposure to AI agents or automation
Supply chain systems knowledge (WMS, LMS, TMS, ERP)
Experience integrating data across systems
Strong ability to translate analytics into clear decisions
Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive adoption
Executive-level communication skills
Direct experience in warehouse/DC problem solving:
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Our Base Pay Range for this position
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