We are seeking an experienced Techno-Functional Engagement Manager with deep expertise in the Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sectors and a strong background in data science and analytics. This role is ideal for someone who can bridge business and technical teams, drive value through data-driven insights, and manage large-scale analytical solution delivery across retail and CPG use cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to lead data science and analytics-driven initiatives in Retail and CPG domains.

• Translate complex business challenges, such as demand forecasting, inventory optimization, customer segmentation, and pricing strategy—into technical requirements and scalable solutions.

• Lead project planning, execution, and delivery of data-centric solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.

• Collaborate with data scientists and data engineers to build and deploy predictive models, dashboards, and automated insights.

• Drive data governance, solution architecture discussions, and compliance with security and privacy standards.

• Facilitate client workshops, solution presentations, and executive-level reporting.

• Identify growth opportunities by proposing innovative use cases for advanced analytics and AI/ML in retail and CPG.

• Manage stakeholder expectations and build long-term relationships through consistent delivery and business value demonstration.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 12+ years of total experience in IT, consulting, or data-driven business roles.

• Minimum 6 years of domain experience in Retail and/or CPG industries.

• Strong understanding of data science and machine learning concepts in project delivery.

• Familiarity with tools such as Python, R, SQL, Power BI/Tableau, and cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) will be a plus.

• Experience working with large datasets, data warehouses, and data lakes will be a plus.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage client relationships.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience with executive-level reporting.

• Certifications in cloud platforms, project management, or data analytics (e.g., PMP, GCP Data Engineer, Azure AI Fundamentals) are a plus.

What we believe:

We’re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we’ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone to champion diversity and inclusion, and to place people at the center of everything we do.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.